Doctor David Malitz, MD Ophthalmologist
Name: David Malitz, MD
Last name: Malitz
Primary Specialty: Ophthalmologist
Business: Ohio Valley Eye Institute
Address: 1001 Walnut St.
City: Evansville
State: Indiana
Country: US
Consulting Fees: -1$
Has Sponsored Offer : No
Clinical Privileges:
- Hosp Appt, IU Health Ball Memorial, Muncie, IN
Education:
- Undergraduate: The University of Michigan
- Medical: UCLA Geffen School of Medicine
Postdoc Training:
- Residency: University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary
GPS coordinates on map: 37.9748,-87.55580139
Primary location:
Location name: Evansville
State: IN
Country: US
Map point: 37.9748,-87.55580139
Treatments:
- Botox
- Dysport
- Implantable Contact Lenses
- Juvederm
- LASIK
- PRK Laser Eye Surgery
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Profile views: 474
Answer count: 79
Star rating: 2.0473720558371
Profile created: Mar 16, 2015
Profile modified: Sep 30, 2019
Profile photo modified: Feb 21, 2020
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Free-Claimed
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Ophthalmologist
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Apr 10, 2015
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033
Locations
- Evansville, IN, US. GPS coordinates: 37.9748,-87.55580139
Doctor’s answers
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27, female, I have a prescription of -1.50 (right) and -3.25.0 (left), same prescription for the past
It is nice to have choices…
Jun 20, 2018
Jun 20, 2018
Assuming a successful outcome, both have virtually identical results. PRK has no flap related complications and does not weaken the cornea as much as LASIK. PRK has a longer healing process. I prefer PRK as I believe it is safer. With LASIK, the flap never completely heals and even years later can be displaced. With that said, complications with either procedure are rare and you should be very happy with either procedure. Other options…
My eyesight is -4.0, can I go with LASIK?
Range of treatment for LASIK
Jun 18, 2018
Jun 18, 2018
All lasers have approval ranges. All lasers can treat -4.00 effectively. The next issue is choosing the doctor and center. An experienced surgeon and staff will optimize your chance of a successful outcome. The best outcome begins with an accurate determination of your prescription. Although you state that your prescription is -4.00, it is very unlikely that it is this prescription in both eyes and may actually be -3.87 or -4.08 or a range around -4.00. A…
I have -1.25 eyesight. Can I suitable for laser surgery?
Vision Correction Candidates
Jun 6, 2018
Jun 6, 2018
Only your doctor can determine if you are a candidate for any vision correction procedure, but certainly by your prescription, you would appear to be an ideal candidate for vision correction. There are multiple procedures for vision correction especially for myopia (nearsightedness). LASIK is the most popular but RK (generally abandoned for better procedures), Intacs (again, largely abandoned for myopia but still used for Keratoconus by some doctors), PRK, LASIK ,…
Had LASIK over a month ago and having concerns with my left eye
Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
Jun 6, 2018
Jun 6, 2018
Your problem is indeed a “broken blood vessel”. It is generally caused by coughing, sneezing or straining. The blood vessels in the eye are fragile and visible. If one breaks the blood will leak under the surface layer and be visible in the mirror or to others. With LASIK the suction ring will often break small vessels and create a sub conjunctival hemorrhage. The condition is almost always without concern and weeks later it is either…
Severe myopia correction. Am I a candidate for PRK or LASEK?
We have solutions for virtually any prescription!
Apr 1, 2018
Apr 1, 2018
Naturally, a complete exam is necessary before giving you an absolute direction for your personal situation. Depending on your age, a clear lens exchange or an implantable contact lens is likely your best option. A clear lens exchange can correct from -25 to +25 with 6 diopters of regular astigmatism. Procedures can be combined (often called “bioptics”). Only with a through exam, can your best option be determined. Many centersoffer…
Blurry vision/astigmatism on right eye a year after LASIK
Blurred vision
Nov 30, 2017
Nov 30, 2017
Did you notice blurred vision or did the doctor just notice something that was insignificant? Depending on what he saw it may or may not go away. If you are concerned, I would suggest you return to your surgeon. Your surgeon is in the best position to answer this question.
ICL or TransPRK?
Choices…
Oct 13, 2017
Oct 13, 2017
In experienced hands with your information, ICL should be a better option. ICL is additive, reversible, doesn’t alter the cornea shape or thin or weaken the cornea and generally results in excellent vision.
Last updated on 12/12/2023