Local Eye Surgeon Among Country’s Top Ophthalmologists… Named By Consumers’ Research
Issue 22.09
Dr. Jason A. Ahee of the Dixie Ophthalmic Specialists and Laser Eye Center in St. George, Utah was recently awarded recognition as one of America’s Top Ophthalmologists for 2009.
Consumers’ Research Council of America, a Washington, D.C. based research organization, compiled a list of Top Ophthalmologists throughout the United States by utilizing a point value system. This method uses a point value for criteria that they deem valuable in determining top ophthalmologists. The point value system takes into consideration things like experience, education, and professional associations. Consumers’ Research Council of America does not accept fees, donations, sponsorships or advertising from any individuals, professionals, corporations or associations. This policy ensures an unbiased selection for the lists of America’s Best.
Dr. Ahee is a leading expert in cataract and refractive surgery. He is the owner of Dixie Ophthalmic Specialists & Laser Eye Center. He is also an assistant clinical professor of ophthalmology at the University of Utah’s Moran Eye Center, and is the Chairman of the Continuing Medical Education Committee at Dixie Regional Medical Center. Dr. Ahee was one of the first surgeons in the country to implant advanced intraocular lenses such as the Crystalens and the Restor lens. He is among the first eye surgeons in the country and the only eye surgeon in southern Utah performing Epi-LASIK vision correction surgery.
Dixie Ophthalmic Specialists & Laser Eye Center in St. George is the only comprehensive eye care facility serving southern Utah and the surrounding areas. Their multi-specialty group of doctors offers a complete range of services including regular eye exams, optical shop and contact lenses, and an in-house surgery center for cataract surgery, LASIK surgery, glaucoma surgery, retinal surgery, and eyelid surgery. For more information, call their St. George office at 435-688-2020 or in Mesquite, NY at 702-346-9175.
