ScottHyver Visioncare

I am 4 months post surgery and am still amazed at the results. Dr. Hyver and his staff were amazing. Minimal discomfort and amazing results. Went from ²⁰⁄₂₀₀ to ²⁰⁄₁₅ after wearing contacts/​glasses for 25 years. I would recommend Dr. Hyver and his staff unreservedly.

My experience with Scott Hyver Visioncare was top notch from beginning to end from setting up the consultation, to the front office staff, administrative staff, technicians, optometrists and of course Dr. Hyver.
My initial consultation was in late 2014. I was not a candidate for Lasik, but was a candidate for PRK. Due to timing issues, i did not go through with PRK at that time.
Fast forward to 2016, i decided to take the plunge and go through with the PRK surgery during my paternity leave. Going in, i knew there would be a longer recovery period and i would not get a «wow» moment like lasik patients. During the surgery, Dr. Hyver was a calming voice throughout the surgery explaining each procedure while he was working on my eyes. It is definitely an interesting experience to see eye surgery through your own eyes. I could tell when he was brushing away the epithelium layer of the cornea. The surgery literally took 10 minutes or so. I was able to see immediately, although the vision was still blurry.
The recovery period wasn’t bad at all. There were several eye drops, lubricants, anti-​biotics that you need to take but that was pretty easy. I was expecting a lot of pain, but for the most part, it was relatively mild. I’m sure it varies from person to person and also depends on their pain tolerance. There were times when my eyes felt heavy or it felt like i wanted to take off my contact after a long day.
Overall, i am definitely happy i decided to go through with the PRK. Being able to see immediately when you wake up and not needing contacts or glasses is priceless. Like most people, i wish i did this sooner.
If you’ve been on the fence about PRK, my opinion is to just do it. The recovery period was about a week and wasn’t as bad as i thought it would be. I was also able to use the computer within the first couple days. Good Luck!

I had a great experience with my free evaluation! Although the answer I got was not what I had hoped for, the exam was handled very professionally! I’m not the best candidate for laser eye surgery and the doctor that did the examination was up front that I probably would be less than thrilled with the outcome. I was so appreciative that he wasn’t trying to sell me on something just to make the sale. If you’re thinking about Lasik, I definitely thought they were a class act!

Amazing experience with Dr hyver! Staff was helpful and very professional. My procedure was fast and seamless! Highly recommend going to Dr. Hyver. Amazing to be able to see without glasses:)

I am only reviewing the level of service of the staff as I was not qualified to have the lasik procedure. It was easy to set up an appointment. The front office, tech, and Dr. Quan who gave me the bad news was very courteous and professional. Dr. Quan gave me detailed explanation on my results from the diagnostic testing. I am disappointed that I’m not going to be «eye-​glass free» but if/​when I do qualify I will come back to this office.

Had LASIK surgery yesterday and am seeing ~20/​16 today, but that’s not the only reason Dr. Hyver and his staff deserve all of these 5 stars. Everything from the consultation to the post-​op was done very professionally with the utmost care and meticulousness. All of my emails and phone calls were attended to promptly. Every person I interacted with was knowledgeable, comforting, and friendly (especially to a scaredy cat like me!).
I’ll try not to repeat what everyone else has already said, so here are a few tips I have for others after going through the whole process:
* Mention Unilocal to get a discount on the overall surgery, they are somewhat willing to work with you on the cost (hint, hint). Overall though, given the area, doctor, and procedure, the price is competitive to other doctors in the area with similar reputations. This is not to say the procedure is cheap, it’s just priced well within its class, especially since Dr. Hyver gives a great warranty.
* Get ready for a couple expensive eye drop prescriptions: Vigamox is the antibiotic you have to take and Predisolone Acetate is the anti-​inflammatory (use
to find a coupon that you can use at the local drugstore, after comparing everywhere I found CVS to be the cheapest. The total for both should be around $ 150-​$ 170 after coupons at this time of writing)
* Get the preservative free artificial tears from Costco (Allergan brand Refresh 100 vials ~$ 20)
* Approximate time spent at each visit: consultation ~1−1.5 hour, pre-​op: ~45 mins-​1 hour, surgery: 40 mins-​1hour (actual surgery is ~15 mins), post op: ~20 mins. They are usually pretty prompt at taking you in at your scheduled time.
* If you get freaked out at people touching your eyes, it only happens during the consultation and the actual surgery. Both times your eyes are numb so you barely feel it.
* Not going to lie, the part of the procedure during the surgery where a device goes over your eye and pulls back the flap is pretty uncomfortable, thankfully it lasts no more than 30 seconds. This is the only painful part of the whole surgery, the rest is painless. Think of it this way, 30 seconds for each eye = 1 minute, so 1 minute of pain is worth a lifetime of good vision :-)
* At the time of surgery, ask for a pillow for under your legs if you are extra freaked out as this will prevent you from fainting. They also have stress relief squishy balls to squeeze during surgery if you need them.
* Don’t skip taking your prescribed eyedrops, they make you take them for a reason (so you have a more comfortable recovery). I took the drops everyday at the exact times I was supposed to and I had barely any pain after surgery and very little dry eyes.
* You need someone to drive you home after the pre-​op (light sensitivity) and after surgery.
* You can ask what your vision error is for each eye after the pre-​op, they won’t outright tell you, but they told me when I asked. You can also ask for what vision error the doctor treated you for after the surgery. For me one eye was –2 and it was treated for –2.25, the other eye was –1.75 and was treated for –2. He treated each eye for a bit more of an error to be safe for the future in case my vision changes slightly.
This is what I can think of at the moment in terms of general tips, I’ll add more if I think of any.
When people say they feel like cattle being herded in and out of the surgery room in relation to Dr. Hyver’s practice, I just don’t get it. At the end of the day, this is a business, and LASIK is Hyver’s Profession. He can’t help it if he’s a popular doctor with a lot of people wanting him to perform their surgery. I’m actually highly impressed with the way this business operates – so many things going on, yet so efficient and streamlined. The fact that so many people are choosing Hyver actually gave me more confidence in his practice and the fact that people are constantly going in and out of his surgery room tells me that they truly are top level experts in this field. Their business model belongs in a textbook for other businesses to learn from.
Overall, this place has the whole package when it comes to getting LASIK done – a highly qualified doctor, top notch staff, great locations, best technology, etc. You can’t really go wrong. JUST GET IT DONE!
Thanks.

I had LASIK done at this location by Dr. Hyver about 7 months ago. I didn’t have a severe prescription to begin with, but I needed glasses to see at a distance. The staff was friendly and the procedure went well enough, but I didn’t feel that my vision was ²⁰⁄₂₀ after. I had my eyes checked today by Kaiser, and indeed I do still have a slight prescription at -.5 in each eye. I will need to get lenses to drive at night. Not enough to qualify for an enhancement, but for almost $ 6,000, I do expect ²⁰⁄₂₀ results. I’m a bit disappointed given how much I paid, and that I will still need glasses.

Went in right before Labor Day for Lasik. Had a great experience with the staff from the first visit to the last, as well as Dr. Hyver himself. I appreciated having Dr. Hyver for the actual surgery, since he is the reputable doctor himself, but also really enjoyed and respected the assistants and staff with everything before and after. I would highly recommend to anyone!!! I had –6 nearsighted and can see ²⁰⁄₂₀ now, 3 months later and am so happy that I went through with it. Slightly blurry night vision in one eye, just recently, but it’s nothing worse than what I had already with contacts or glasses in. To wake up every day and see freely is an amazing feeling and I am so grateful to the team for taking good care of me — thanks!!!

I’m glad I decided to go with Dr. Hyver for my lasik surgery.
The staff was extremely friendly and made me feel comfortable every step of the way. From consultations all the way to the day of surgery.
The office was helpful with finding available discounts and setting up the payment arrangements.
It’s been since Feb2013 since I got my surgery, and my vision is still very good. I can see ²⁰⁄₁₅ which is better than ²⁰⁄₂₀. I don’t experience any halos. I didn’t experience any complications during, or after surgery, nor did I experience any pain.
I love how he has offices in different parts of the bay… it makes it really convenient for appointments. I had my consultation in Santa Clara which is by my job, but the surgery in San Ramon… which was closer to my home.
The ONLY thing I would probably suggest is if the facility offered the antibacterial eye drops that you’re supposed to pick up before you get your procedure done. It seems practical if they perform only one kind of procedure and know that they are prescribing the same drops EVERY single time that they would have a supply of their own to distribute. It was just a hassle going to the pharmacy.
Overall, it was a great experience. My vision improved from the moment I got up from the operating table. Technology is crazy…
Thank you Dr. Hyver and staff…

This was my second doctor to visit when deciding to pursue lasik. My first office experience was very poor mostly due to the doctor’s office staff. So after visiting with Dr. Hyver and his staff there was no question for me who to work with. Dr. Hyver has a very well run office with knowledgeable staff. A key aspect I was looking for, along with a very experienced doctor. I also liked that he was specialized in performing just the Lasik procedure, and not trying to run a busy optometrist office on top of that too. It was a very streamlined process. As for my results, I am very happy and satisfied with the outcome. It’s been 3 months since the procedure and I am seeing between ²⁰⁄₂₀ and 20/​18, which is phenomenal for me since I used to be –9 nearsighted. That’s like being pretty much blind without glasses or contacts on. I am now seeing far distances extremely clearly. My only downside change (that really doesn’t bother me) is I can’t read easily in low lighting anymore. I can’t be lazy anymore. I have to get up to turn the lamp on now. Small potatoes overall and something that would have happened to me as I age anyways. In the end, I’m a very happy patient.

My sister had her PRK done by Dr. Hyver and so he was highly recommended by her and others (I did my research). I approached them and appointment setting was quite easy and the staff is very friendly and helpful. My appointments went very smoothly and Dr. Hyver and his staff answered all my questions.
The risks of the surgery were explained and chances for those risks as well. Dr. Hyver is conservative in his selection of appropriate candidates for LASIK and other procedures he performs especially if the risks outweigh the benefits. I really respect him in this as other doctors may be out to make money regardless of the risks involved.
Financing options are available as well. You can use your HSA or FSA or you can finance through Care Credit offered through Dr. Hyver for qualified candidates. I also received a family and friends discount since I was referred by my sister and another discount through my vision plan through work.
Dr. Hyver looked at my pre op results and determined that I was a good candidate for LASIK so that is what I got done by Dr. Hyver in November of 2013. During the procedure, I asked Dr. Hyver to explain in detail exactly what he was doing as he was doing it and he explained in great detail. My post op appointments also went smoothly.
At the time, there was a promotion for 49er tickets and a tour of the new stadium that is currently being built in Santa Clara. I received the tickets and enjoyed the game. Am waiting for the the stadium to be done for the tour.
I would not trust something as important as my eyes to anyone else. I am doing very well and I feel as if I have HD vision. Everything is very clear and it is nice to not have to wear glasses or contacts! As explained in the risks, the eyes do get dry but using preservative free drops helps. The best thing I did for myself by the best Dr.

Thank you Dr. Hyver! This Doc Rocks!
I am currently post-​op day 3 and after 30 years of wearing glasses, my vision is actually clearer than when I was wearing contacts and glasses. Easy, pain free procedure! I wish I had done this years ago!

I had my Lasik done by Dr. Hyver in September of 2013 and It couldn’t have been a better experience!
This had been something that I was contemplating for a long time. Having worn glasses throughout my childhood and contacts through my twenties, it was time to make the change and have the Lasik done.
I wasn’t sure if I qualified for Lasik since I have astigmatism in both of my eyes but Dr. Hyver and his staff reassured me and confirmed that I was qualified for the Lasik procedure.
I was getting married the second week of October 2013 and wanted to make sure that I was fully recovered by that time. Let me tell you, by the following day after the surgery, I felt like I was back at 100%. I couldn’t have been more excited and even happier to be able to see my fiancée without contacts or glasses!
Thank you to Scott Hyver and his wonderful team for making my experience a success and making sure that I have many many years of clear vision ahead of me!

My husband had LASIK done by Dr. Hyver about 6 years ago. And was very happy. Although my eyesight was not that bad, I was SO tired of dealing with contacts and glasses. I really wanted to get LASIK, as well.
I had my evaluation, and was eligible for LASIK. Dr. Hyver was kind and answered my questions. I only saw him that visit and day of surgery. Between all four visits, I saw several different medical staff. They were all very nice.
The atmosphere is comfortable. Everyone was nice and accommodating.
I did not go anywhere else, as my husband had a good experience. But, I would definitely recommend Dr. Hyver.
I had been a little hesitant about the entire procedure. Someone cutting into my eye, just seems a little odd.
The actual surgery (⁹⁄₂₀₁₃) was rather quick, easy, and painless. Quite an interesting experience. I was released to leave very soon after. My drive home was a bit far, and my eyes were extremely teary and burning. But, got home put my drops in, kept my eyes closed for the time told… and within a few hours, I was amazed to be able to see the time on my clock across the room! No more contacts, solution, or glasses! Woohoo!
Well worth it!

The best experience with my LASIK ! They were very professional and all the staff members were helpful, attentive and very pleasant to interact with. I was quite nervous regarding the procedure and they made me feel at ease. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Hyver to anyone considering LASIK. It has been over two years since my procedure and I have not had any problems with my eyes from the minute I walked out of his office with perfect vision.

I BELIEVE IN SCOTT HYVER VISION CARE! Like the believers of the Golden State Warriors and the awesome teamwork they portray, Scott Hyver’s team of players is no less magnificent!
I had one LASIK right eye surgery performed by another well known ophthalmologist in the area and had good results. Due to budget constraints and skepticism about various quickie surgeons, one eye, the left, had remained unaltered for 13 years after the first surgery to the right eye. I had heard about Scott Hyver on the radio about two years ago. He had the credentials, Harvard trained. At the time, I still had not known of his reputation and I really felt I did not have the time window available to have the surgery performed. I mean, who really wants to take a week of precious vacation to have eye surgery performed?
Fast forward two years and a now shining reputation for Scot Hyver. Well, as circumstance would have it, I had the window of opportunity AND the funds to proceed with the surgery. The entire pre-​op post-​op staff is great from the girls at the front desk, to the optometrist form Daly City, to the finance woman. Geek for a week, 10 minutes in the operating room and VOILA! Now my left eye has ²⁰⁄₁₅ vision! AMAZING! BOO-​YAH! Now I have built in mono-​vision and no longer the need for contacts or glasses. It still seems weird not taking out a contact lens or putting on glasses. I had bad vision since fourth grade and I am now in my 50’s. So, imagine the feeling of not taking off a lens at night or putting glasses on after forty-​some-​odd-​years.
Kudos to Scott Hyver and team!

This was something I was looking to do for some time. I waited and waited as the technology developed and finally decided to go for it.
Set up my appointment for my consultation. Typical forms to fill out and the usual tests you go through for checking your eyes. Discussed the condition of my eyes with Dr. Hyver as well as options for the operation as he does not do just one type of procedure. As part of paying for it, there are different options offered to pay for the procedure.
I did not have any issues post-​op which I am thankful for.
This location operates smoothly going from consultation to operation.
Nice to be free of contacts/​glasses for some time.
My thanks to Dr Hyver and staff.

This was one of the best choices I have ever made. The office made everything very simple and easy. On the day of the procedure I was in and out and still could see good enough to walkout. I had PRK which I had never heard of before going to Dr Hyver but thing went well. Recovery was rough the third day but quickly after I was seeing great. I already see amazing and its only been a month and half.
Go see this doctor .He is kind and very experienced. I would do it again in a heart beat for sure…
Thanks Dr. Hyver

—best eye lasik center in the bay area!!!—
*excellent customer service — like as if you were a celebrity!!! =D
*family oriented — when i brought my kids to one of my appointments the staff made me feel that it was ok that they were there with me. my kids were welcome and they also interacted with them.
*wonderful staff — friendly /​respectful etc.
*made me feel comfortable & reassuring me that everything was going to be okay!!!
*answered all my questions
* followed up with me and reminded me of things i needed to do before & after my surgery
*scott hyvers eye lasik centers are clean and very professional
*during the surgery — dr. scott hyver made me feel at ease and walked me through the process. it was fast and painless!!!
i highly recommend dr. scott hyver’s visioncare to anyone and everyone who is looking into getting their eye lasik done. you’re in great hands!!!

When I was looking into getting my laser surgery I didn’t see a lot of reviews for the PRK option that I did. This is why I am giving my opinion because it would have been helpful to know more about what to expect.
Exam before the surgery is where they check your vision, shape of your eye and the strength of the cornea. Once you do all their tests (takes about 30 min) you visit with Dr. Hyver where he discusses your options for surgery and you are able to ask all the questions you have. They have a lot of information for you to read so you are able to ask informed questions and get past the surface questions like what will you expect on surgery day and will it hurt. From there you schedule the appointment and meet with the counselor to talk about payment options.
Day of surgery arrive early, wear something comfortable and relax. It really will be over before you know it. They check your vision again before the surgery and prep you. When you and they are ready they take you in the laser room and you lay down and relax. They have a few lights for you to focus on and they put numbing drops in your eye. Make sure you get enough or that you say something if you feel anything. They hold your eye open with a little clamp. I know that sounds scary but it really isn’t, you hardly feel it and by the second eye its no problem. They wash your eyes out well and tell you to sit up and you are done (about 5 min). You get styling sunglasses and then you go home and rest.
The PRK is different from Lasic because instead of creating a flap they are «rubbing’ off the top layer of the eye. This sounds scary and when its happening it looks really weird but trust me its not something to worry about. Also when they tell you that your vision is blurry for the first few days– trust them. They are. It took me 4 days to see better and then it took about 2 weeks to a month to have the vision clear. After you stop using the night gel on your eyes you will be so amazed at how well you see, but you might worry before that. Just remember that it gets better as the days go by. By my month check up I was seeing ²⁰⁄₂₀ and now I have ²⁰⁄₁₅. It just gets better over time.
Post Op: All the reviews said that this was painful after the surgery. Just follow their instruction and relax. Don’t try and be a hero and do everything. Sleep some, relax. Don’t think you are going to read anything because you can’t see… The medicine I was taking made me sleepy so I slept a lot. I thought it was helpful to have someone there to read me my instructions, I would think about that if you are looking into this surgery. It takes a while to clear the reading vision.
They also have these «comfort drops» in your pack to take home. Keep these with you for the first week. These were amazing!!! Anytime I felt irritation in the eye I used this and it was gone and I was feeling fine.
Dr Hyver’s office staff are all really nice and willing to help at any time. I called late at night to ask a question and they were there to help me. Questions are welcome and they really want to make you feel comfortable and secure about this. They know these are your eyes they are working with, its a big deal.
Doing this surgery was the best thing I ever did. If you are looking into this and are on the fence or scared~ don’t be. What little discomfort you have will be a small drop in the bucket compared to how awesome it is to not wear glasses or contacts.