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On the growing list of professional golfers who have had laser surgery to correct poor vision, one name stands out like the big “E” on the eye chart – Tiger Woods.

Everyone’s eyesight is important. Being able to see determines what we can do, how quickly we can accomplish our tasks, and how independent we can be. But does your job depend on you having perfect vision? Does everyone notice when you just can’t see the small details in the distance? When Tiger Woods goes to work, his eyesight can make all the difference.

Tiger Woods has had an unbelievable career filled with setting records and winning some of golf’s most prized majors. He has won over 70 tournaments, 53 of those on PGA Tours. Tiger can claim four Masters Tournaments, three PGA Championships, two U.S. Open Championships, and three British Open Championships.

In September of 2006, Tiger won his fifth consecutive PGA tour event. This isn’t a rarity for Tiger though; it was the second time that it has happened since undergoing LASIK eye surgery with Dr. Whitten in 1999.

“I lasered Tiger back in 1999,” Dr. Whitten recalls. “He couldn’t even see the other side of the room.” Like many people seeking to improve their vision, Tiger Woods did not make his decision lightly. After doing his research, Tiger decided that the best doctor for his needs was Dr. Whitten. “As a professional golfer, my eye sight was just too important to risk,” says Woods. His career depends on his ability to see long distances and have precise aim. The care he took with finding a doctor has paid off. “My vision is fantastic.” The eye of the Tiger went from 20-400 (legally blind) to 20-15 under the practiced hands of Dr. Whitten.

But LASIK isn’t just for the pros. Anyone can benefit from the procedure! If improving your vision would improve your career and your lifestyle, consider some advice from Tiger Woods: “If you’re thinking about LASIK, do your homework. Look for a surgeon with proven experience and a laser center that answers all of your questions and stands behind their results.” When Tiger decided to have LASIK, he went to Dr. Whitten, and you can experience The Whitten Difference too!

“Anybody’s eyes are critically important to them, no matter what they do,” Dr. Whitten says. “I don’t forget that. I try to treat everybody like Tiger and treat Tiger like everybody else.”

You can read more about Tiger Wood’s experience with Lasik surgery on our page Whitten in the News. For more information about how Dr. Whitten and his team can help you, Meet Dr. Whitten.





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