Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss worldwide—but they’re also highly treatable. At Southwest Eye Care, we believe Cataract Awareness Month is the perfect time to educate Minnesotans about their options for advanced, personalized cataract treatment.
Whether you’re in Chaska, Minnetonka, New Prague, Jordan, Hutchinson, or nearby, protecting your vision starts with knowing your risks—and choosing cataract care that’s personalized to you.
What Are Cataracts and Why Should You Care?
Cataracts are a clouding of the eye’s natural lens that develops slowly over time. Left untreated, they can severely impact your ability to drive, read, or recognize faces.
Common Cataract Symptoms:
- Blurred or cloudy vision
- Increased sensitivity to light and glare
- Difficulty seeing at night
- Fading or yellowing of colors
- Double vision in one eye
- Seeing halos or colored rings around lights, especially while driving at night
If you notice any of these signs, it’s time to consult an eye care provider—preferably one with local expertise and a personalized care approach.
Why Choose Southwest Eye Care?
- Precision-guided cataract surgery using the latest technology
- A variety of premium intraocular lens (IOL) options, including lenses that reduce your dependence on glasses
- Customized treatment plans based on your lifestyle, visual needs, and health history
- A caring surgical team dedicated to your comfort, safety, and vision goals
Meet One of Our Expert Surgeons
Jabin Krassin, M.D.
Specialties: Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Glaucoma Care, Eyelid Surgery and BOTOX
“I can’t imagine being in any other field of medicine and being able to achieve the same level of professional satisfaction that I am so lucky to have in my field. I enjoy the surgical element of my specialty, its technical component, as well as the personalized treatment I am able to deliver to patients.”
— Dr. Krassin
Top 5 Questions Cataract Patients Ask
1. When should I get cataract surgery?
When your vision affects your daily life—driving, reading, working—it’s time to consider surgery. You don’t need to wait for “mature” cataracts.
2. Is cataract surgery safe?
Yes. It’s one of the safest and most common procedures in the U.S., with over 3 million performed each year and a 98% success rate.
3. Will I still need glasses after surgery?
It depends on the type of intraocular lens (IOL) you select. At Southwest Eye Care, we offer a range of premium lens options—including multifocal, extended depth-of-focus, and toric lenses—designed to reduce or even eliminate your need for glasses after cataract surgery.
These advanced lenses can correct for presbyopia and astigmatism, allowing many patients to enjoy clear vision for distance, reading, and everything in between—without relying on corrective eyewear. Your surgeon will help you choose the lens that fits your lifestyle, visual goals, and budget.
4. How long is the recovery time?
Most patients resume normal activities within 24–48 hours, with full visual results in a few weeks.
5. Does insurance cover cataract surgery and are financing options available?
Yes. Most insurance plans cover standard cataract surgery. Advanced lens upgrades may have out-of-pocket costs.
At Southwest Eye Care, we believe that cost should never be a barrier to better vision. That’s why we offer flexible financing options to help make cataract surgery, including premium lens upgrades and elective procedures like LASIK, more affordable.
Whether you’re exploring payment plans or want to use your HSA or FSA benefits, our billing specialists will walk you through the process and help you find a solution that fits your budget.
Take the Next Step Toward Clear Vision
Cataracts may be common, but they don’t have to define your future. With today’s advanced surgical techniques and Southwest Eye Care’s commitment to personalized care, you don’t just regain clarity—you regain independence, safety, and confidence in your daily life.
Whether you’re noticing the first signs of vision changes or you’ve been putting off cataract surgery for too long (you know who you are), this Cataract Awareness Month is your reminder: clear vision is within reach, and now is the time to act.
