Your Corneal Transplant
Congratulations!  You have taken the most important step towards preserving and protecting your vision by learning more about the diagnosis and treatment of corneal problems at Pepose Vision Institute.  We believe that the best cornea patient is an informed cornea patient!  Here's a step-by-step overview of what you can expect when you come to Pepose Vision Institute for a cornea concern.



1.    Schedule Your Cornea Examination
  • Call us TODAY at 636-728-0111 or toll-free, 1-877-262-2020 to schedule your cornea examination. 
  • During this exam, we will evaluate your eyes using the most precise diagnostic instruments available.  We will test and then retest, to assure the most accurate results possible. 
  • If our findings indicate that you could benefit from surgery, our doctors will discuss your options, including the possibility of a corneal transplant.
  • Your eye exam will be so thorough that you will feel both confident and hopeful that we can help you achieve the best vision outcome possible.  Please bring a driver since your eyes will likely be dilated during this visit. 
2.    Come in for Your Procedure
  • The exact procedure will be customized to your unique eye condition.  It should take no more than 1-2 hours, depending on whether other vision problems for example, a cataract are treated at the same time. 
  • Your procedure will be painless and comfortable, thanks to local or general anesthesia.  
  • You should be able to go home within a couple of hours of entering the recovery room.  Please bring a driver on the day of your surgery.  
  • Then go home and treat yourself to a nap doctor's orders!
3.    Follow Your Surgeon's Post-operative Instructions
  • We'll give you clear directions about allowable activity levels, use of eye drops, ointments and oral medications, and your eye shield.
  • Take extra care to protect your eye from everyday threats, including pet paws, children's fingers, falls and thrown objects.  
  • And be sure to attend each and every office appointment that has been scheduled for you.  Our cornea subspecialty-trained surgeons are on call for our patients 24/7, 365 days a year to answer any post-operative questions or concerns you might have.
Do not sit idly by, suffering from sight-compromising corneal damage or progressive corneal disease.  ACT NOW to protect your sight.  All it takes is one phone call to start the ball rolling.  Call us today at 636-728-0111 or 1-877-862-2020.