Cataract Surgery

Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide. By age 65, about half of the human population has a cataract, and by age 75, most people have a cataract. However, cataracts are highly treatable, and through advances in both cataract surgery and intraocular lenses (IOLs), more people are experiencing full restoration of their vision than ever before.

Dr. Stolte has performed over 20,000 cataract surgeries and serves as a consultant for Rhein Medical on the newest instruments in cataract surgery. He is an expert in cataract instrumentation and has written articles on surgical techniques, including sutureless cataract surgery and the benefits of capsulorhexis forceps. He also holds two U.S. patents for cataract instruments.

How is cataract surgery performed?

ataract surgery usually is done on an outpatient basis. Upon arrival at the facility, you will be given eye drops to dilate your pupils and perhaps a sedative to help you relax. A local or topical anesthetic will make the operation painless.

During surgery, the cloudy natural lens must be removed from the eye. After that, in most cases a permanent intraocular lens (IOL) implant replaces the natural lens to restore focusing power.

Should I have surgery?

When to have cataract surgery often is a subjective decision, based on how well you are able to see during routine activities. You might be able to drive, watch television and work at a computer for quite a few years, even after you are first diagnosed with cataracts.

Contact Stolte Eye Center

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Cataracts or is at a high risk for the condition, contact Stolte Eye Center today at (352) 358-0800 and make an appointment with Dr. Stolte. He will do a thorough eye examination and discuss your treatment and surgery options with you and answer any questions you may have about cataracts.

We offer Cataract Surgery for patients in Spring Hill, Bayonet Point, Brooksville, Crystal River, Homosassa, Hudson, Lutz, New Port Richey, North Tampa, Port Richey, Ridge Manor, Weeki Wachee, Citrus County, Hernando County, Pasco County and surrounding communities.