Our SHARPEVISION MODERN LASIK team of eye experts is bringing custom, all-laser LASIK paired with the most modern technology & techniques to everyone, all for the best price.
Is LASIK right for you? In most cases, yes! While not everyone can safely have laser vision correction, about 90% of the patients we see are great candidates for LASIK. And because we utilize the latest techniques & newest technology, we’re able to treat many patients who weren’t candidates in the past. So, if you’ve been told that you aren’t a candidate for LASIK, you very likely could be at now at SHARPEVISION.
We’re not your typical LASIK eye surgery in Seattle. Total transparency is our mission, from our glass-walled laser suite to our straightforward pricing. We only do custom, all-laser vision correction surgery with the latest and greatest tech. This means that Dr. Sharpe and Dr. Barker can tailor the procedure specifically to your unique eyes, giving you the best possible results. And our surgeons have performed over 100,000 LASIK surgeries. They have it down to a science.
We believe that we give our patients the best experience at the best price. And we believe that everyone should have access to the best surgeons and technology at a fair price, and in a comfortable environment. Whether you are interested in LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL™, RLE, or Cataract removal, you can know you are getting the best possible value because our pricing is transparent. Check out our Cost Calculator to see how much LASIK can save you vs contacts and glasses. We also offer guaranteed financing!
We are not a “LASIK mill.” We are surgeon owned and surgeon run. That means we do what is right for you, as an individual with a set of unique eyes, and not a boardroom. We offer all the latest and greatest (and also the safest and time-tested) vision correction procedures. We are not just LASIK, although it’s still the best option for most people. No matter the eyes you are born with, we can get you out of glasses and contacts.!
The majority of people- 90%- who meet the age & general health requirements are good candidates for LASIK. Take the quiz to see if LASIK is right for you, & if not, which procedure is a better option.
A comprehensive dilated examination is the only way to know which vision correction procedure is best for you. We do this at no charge because we believe so strongly in giving our patients all the information necessary to make the right treatment choice. While your exam involves comprehensive diagnostic testing, it is also our opportunity to learn more about you, your expectations & your lifestyle. All of these factors play an important role in recommending the best procedure for you.
The complete exam can take up to 90 minutes. After all the data is collected, our doctor will examine you, discuss the treatment recommendation & answer any questions you have. No more dilation! With our latest & greatest tech, you no longer have to be dilated during your exam & suffer through the annoying effects the rest of the day!
We’d like you to leave your contacts out prior to your procedure; it’s usually just a few days. After carefully reading through the entirety of the literature you will receive from your doctor, you will sign a copy of the informed consent in our office prior to your procedure. We will give you a Recovery Kit that includes your prescription drops and everything you need for after your procedure. We’ll also explain & give you written instructions for your post-op care, which includes using these eye drops four times a day for seven days. All of your post-operative appointments will be scheduled before your procedure, so you can simply go home when the procedure is complete.
We understand that this procedure may create nervousness and fear & have worked very hard to make it easy for you. We offer an oral sedative (Valium) to help you relax & encourage you to take it if medically appropriate. We want your experience to be as comfortable as possible. Dr. Sharpe or Dr. Barker will gently talk you through each step of the process, so you know what you will feel, see & hear. He monitors your eye through the microscope at all times. The entire procedure takes about three minutes per eye; the first laser takes 20 seconds & the second laser takes 10-50 seconds, depending on the amount of your prescription.
Immediately following the procedure, you will notice a change in your vision. It’s always foggy at first, but most people can see well enough to read a clock from across the room. Your eyes will be numb for 15-25 minutes; then they will start to water & burn. After LASIK, this discomfort usually lasts 4-5 hours. To help with the burning, we supply you with “comfort drops” in the Recovery Kit that have numbing medicine & artificial tears in them. We will give you a cool compress to put on your eyelids & we recommend you have one waiting in your fridge. It will really help with the discomfort. Try to sleep or rest with your eyes closed when you get home. You may resume normal activities the same or following day. You can lift & exercise, but do not rub your eyes. Your vision may still be foggy; this is a normal part of your healing process & will clear in the days & weeks following the procedure. Most people see well enough to work the next day.
Dr. Sharpe is the lead refractive surgeon in Seattle-Bellevue and the founder of SHARPEVISION MODERN LASIK & LENS. He has performed over 100,000 laser vision correction surgeries to date.
Meet Dr. Matthew Sharpe
Dr. Barker treats patients at SHARPEVISION Modern LASIK & LENS Seattle-Bellevue. He specializes in refractive surgery as well as premium cataract surgery and lens replacement. He is the lead Cataract surgeon in Seattle-Bellevue.
Meet Dr. Luke Barker
Dr. Kim is an Optometrist in Seattle-Bellevue. He brings a wealth of knowledge to his patients from his education and experience on both coasts.
Meet Dr. Alex Kim
No, the laser can’t burn a hole in your eye. But it’s a good question. Find the answers to our most frequently asked questions at SharpeVision. Some of them may surprise you!
LASIK, an acronym for Laser-assisted in situ Keratomileusis, is a procedure that involves the use of a laser or microkeratome to reshape the eye’s cornea to improve vision. The cornea is the clear tissue covering the front of the eye that helps focus light rays to create an image on the retina. Imperfection of the shape of the cornea causes images to be distorted on the retina, thus vision problems such as:
At SharpeVision, we perform only all-laser LASIK. Dr. Sharpe will use an extremely precise femtosecond laser to create a flap in the cornea. He then uses another laser to reshape the cornea, correcting the refraction problems in the eye.
LASIK is one of the most commonly performed eye laser surgery for many reasons:
The average cost per eye for LASIK and PRK in the USA went up in 2024 like most things- due to inflation- and is staying consistent in 2025 around $2800 per eye, with a range from $1500 to $3500. An advertised price lower than $1000 is typically only for the very lowest prescriptions without astigmatism. At SHARPEVISION, our pricing is clear and consistent and based on your level of prescription and other factors related to your anatomy. We will know where you fall in our pricing after we have given your eyes a thorough evaluation at your free consultation. The price is the same whether you have LASIK or PRK. Our ICL and RLE pricing is consistent for everyone because we are inserting a lens into the eye and not changing the shape of the cornea. These prices are listed on our pricing page– which no one else does, btw!
Most insurance/vision plans do not pay towards LASIK or PRK, but we do honor the discount from EyeMed, VSP, and Davis, so that if you’re a member, your out of pocket expense will be the same. Always check with your insurance carrier or health benefits administrator before coming in for your exam. A few forward-thinking companies are currently paying for some or all of their employees’ LASIK, PRK, and ICL including The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Adaptive Biotech, and Zillow in Seattle.
If you happen to fall in that small percentage of patients for whom LASIK is not the best option, there is still hope! You can get rid of your glasses and contacts with alternative laser vision correction techniques.
We correct one eye for distance vision and the other eye for near vision with LASIK or PRK.
Micro-thin collamer lenses placed inside the eye to correct a variety of vision problems. And it won’t cause dry eye!
Laser-assisted exchange of your blurry lens with a new, custom lens. No more readers and no Cataract surgery in the future!
Laser-assisted removal your cloudy, blurry lens replaced with a new, custom lens. Get back the brightness & see near & far like you did when you were young!
Our surgeons have had the privilege of treating a wide range of professional athletes, coaches, & trainers. We are honored to partner with & support Seattle Sounders FC, & humbled that the players & staff trust us with their vision.
