Richard Maw, M.D.
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Dr. Richard Maw's Bio and Credentials
Richard Maw, M.D. is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He has performed over 26,000 LASIK procedures since 1999. He was fellowship trained at the Harvard Medical School and received his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. Dr. Maw has been trusted to perform LASIK on friends, family, doctors, surgeons (including other eye surgeons), lawyers, military fighter pilots, commercial airline pilots, Olympic athletes, and professional athletes. He has also had LASIK himself.
He has performed extensive research in ophthalmology and published numerous articles in peer review journals. He has presented dozens of scientific papers on LASIK to the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the International Society of Refractive Surgery, and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. Dr. Maw was among the first doctors in the world to prove that using larger optical zones during LASIK reduces the occurrence of night glare, and one of the first doctors in the Northeast to perform LASIK for hyperopia and hyperopia with astigmatism. He has participated in FDA monitored clinical trials for LASIK for hyperopia, LASIK for hyperopia with astigmatism, and scleral expansion band placement for the reversal of presbyopia with Dr. Soloway at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.
“I am very proud to partner with LasikPlus. We specialize in LASIK, and we are committed to being the best! We offer the latest technology, very-reasonable prices, flexible payment-plans, and a specialized-staff with unsurpassed-experience. We are great at LASIK, and we love doing it!” —Richard Maw, MD
Dr. Maw's Education
- University of Iowa, College of Medicine, M.D.
- Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and Brigham and Women's Hospital, Fellowship
- New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Fellowship
- New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Residency
Additional Certifications, Affiliations, & Memberships
- American Board of Ophthalmology, Board Certified
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
- International Society of Refractive Surgery
- American College of Eye Surgeons
LASIK Eye surgery in Des Moines, Iowa
6305 Mills Civic Parkway,Suite 3113
West Des Moines, IA, Iowa IA, Iowa
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LASIK Eye Surgery in Omaha, Nebraska
15909 West Maple Rd,Suite 106
Omaha, NE, Nebraska NE, Nebraska
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I've previously had 20/50 vision in both eyes for as long as i could remember. I should have gotten glasses or contacts, just did without for many years. I just turned 40 and figured I should check out LasikPlus. The initial exam was free and everyone was very friendly and helpful. After getting the greenlight I wanted to get both eyes done. Financing was quick and hassle-free. I didn't know what to expect, but I got the procedure done yesterday, and it was quick and pain-free. No issues, woke up and went to my post-op this morning and had the protective contacts taken out. WOW. I am so happy I went through with it. Worth every penny. I'm seeing the world with 20/15 vision now and it's amazing. I'd highly recommend doing it.
Wonderful experience! Derek and Blythe assisted me through all questions and check-in, while Dr. Maw performed the procedure. He was great about talking me through each step. It didn’t hurt, but doing anything to your eyes can be scary. I would recommend to others! The nurse assisting Dr. Maw had a great personality and even cracked a few jokes to keep things light (I didn’t catch her name). Well done!
After 55 yrs of wearing glasses and/or contacts I have 20/20 uncorrected vision. The staff were friendly and helpful. Dr. Maw was very good at explaining what he was going to do and made it so easy. I am amazed at how fast the procedure was. Can't recommend lasikplus highly enough. I had thought about it for years and so happy I finally took the plunge. If you are thinking about it don't hesitate, you won't be sorry.
I am so glad I chose LasikPlus for my vision correction. The staff was absolutely wonderful and Dr. Maw was amazing! They took the time to answer my questions, walk me through the procedure, and ensured me things were going well during the procedure. The procedure took 10 minutes and I was able to see immediately after. They took an experience I was nervous about and made it as simple and painless as possible. I am thoroughly enjoying my newly restored vision! If you have ever considered lasik, please check out LasikPlus. You won’t regret it!
Wonderful experience from start to finish! Dr Maw and his staff made me feel calm and relaxed before during and after my procedure! It was so quick and the results are amazing!
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