D. Rex Hamilton, MD, is known throughout the United States and internationally as a leader in laser vision correction and premium cataract surgery. As noted below, he pioneered many new surgical techniques during his 15 years as Professor and Director of the UCLA Laser Refractive Center at the Stein Eye Institute in Los Angeles.
Dr. Hamilton was valedictorian of his high school class. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa and Summa Cum Laude from Dartmouth College with an undergraduate degree in physics and mathematics, Dr. Hamilton earned a Master of Science degree in biomedical engineering at the School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Virginia. After working for several years in marketing and product planning for MRI systems at Siemens Medical Systems, Dr. Hamilton decided to pursue a career in medicine. He continued his education at the University of California, Irvine, where he earned a Doctor of Medicine degree and received numerous academic awards and scholarships, culminating in his graduating at the top of his class. He began performing cataract, corneal transplantation, and refractive surgery during his residency training at the UCLA Stein Eye Institute. (read more below)
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Dr. Rex Hamilton, M.D.
D. Rex Hamilton, MD, is known throughout the United States and internationally as a leader in laser vision correction and premium cataract surgery. As noted below, he pioneered many new surgical techniques during his 15 years as Professor and Director of the UCLA Laser Refractive Center at the Stein Eye Institute in Los Angeles.
Dr. Hamilton was valedictorian of his high school class. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa and Summa Cum Laude from Dartmouth College with an undergraduate degree in physics and mathematics, Dr. Hamilton earned a Master of Science degree in biomedical engineering at the School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Virginia. After working for several years in marketing and product planning for MRI systems at Siemens Medical Systems, Dr. Hamilton decided to pursue a career in medicine. He continued his education at the University of California, Irvine, where he earned a Doctor of Medicine degree and received numerous academic awards and scholarships, culminating in his graduating at the top of his class. He began performing cataract, corneal transplantation, and refractive surgery during his residency training at the UCLA Stein Eye Institute. (read more below)
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Achievements
Board Certified Ophthalmologist
Fellowship “Specialty” Trained in Cornea/Refractive Surgery
Specializes in Premium Cataract Surgery and Refractive Surgery
Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
Has performed over 12,000 cataract and refractive surgery procedures
Served as Clinical Professor and Director, UCLA Laser Refractive Center, Stein Eye Institute for 15 years (2003 – 2018)
Performed First SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction: “Flapless LASIK”) Refractive Surgery procedure on the West Coast (March 2017)
Following the completion of his residency, Dr. Hamilton spent an additional year of training as a fellow in refractive, cornea, anterior segment, cataract and glaucoma surgery at Minnesota Eye Consultants under the directorship of Dr. Richard Lindstrom, uniformly recognized as one of the founding fathers of modern cataract and refractive surgery. He then returned to the Stein Eye Institute, where he became the Medical Director of the UCLA Laser Refractive Center. During his 15 years on the faculty at the Stein Eye Institute, Dr. Hamilton trained over 100 residents and fellows from the United States and countries throughout the world on the art and science of premium cataract and refractive surgery.
With his highly technical background, Dr. Hamilton is a true physician-scientist. During his many years conducting clinical research, Dr. Hamilton has become well known in the academic community for his expertise in the areas of premium intraocular lenses (toric, multifocal and extended depth of focus) for cataract surgery, corneal biomechanics, and corneal imaging. He has authored 40 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, given more than 50 scientific presentations at national meetings and has delivered more than 150 invited lectures across the country and internationally. He has served on the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s Preferred Practice Pattern Committee for Refractive Surgery, a publication that sets the standard of care for refractive surgery in the United States. He currently serves on the Refractive/Cataract Clinical Subcommittee for the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Since 2013, Dr. Hamilton and his colleagues on the Committee have published four articles teaching the finer points of new and emerging technologies for cataract and refractive surgery.
Dr. Hamilton looks forward to meeting you, evaluating your eye health and discussing a customized treatment plan that will offer you the best chance of meeting your individual visual needs.
Regardless of professional ability or attitude, Dr. Hamilton is the best doctor.My mother and I both discovered cataracts during our recent eye exams, and as diabetics, we are very… More concerned about future risks. Therefore, we did some research to find a good doctor. Fortunately, we found Dr. Hamilton, who devised a great plan for us. My vision for both distance and reading improved to 20/20 the day after the surgery, far exceeding my expectations. My mother's vision improved a bit less, but it's also getting better.Many thanks to Dr. Hamilton, Jasmine, and the other staff at the clinic. Eyes are so important to us, and they helped a lot.
My patient experience with Dr. Hamilton was exemplary from start to finish. Any procedure or surgery involving the eyes is inherently anxiety producing. It is for me. Upon meeting Dr.… More Hamilton and his incredibly attentive and thorough staff, I was put at ease immediately. Dr. Hamilton walked me through the options that follow the cataract removal. Every suggestion was exactly correct for my case. It is also worth noting that the nursing staff at the surgery center is also attentive and solicitous. The follow up by Dr. Hamilton has been great.Thank you, Dr. Hamilton.
I am ecstatic over the results from my surgery and recommended Dr Hamilton a million percent to anyone needing corrective surgery! The entire team was kind professional and guided me… More through each and every step. The whole process was easy and my new lens implants allow me to see perfectly both near and far for the first time in many years.
I had LASIK 10+ years ago and went to Dr. Hamilton to see what I could do to recurrent my vision. Dr. Hamilton performed a refractive lens exchange surgery on both eyes separately.… More The post op period was relatively easy. And my vision in my right eye is better than it ever was, even after LASIK. Highly recommend his office and staff.
I’ve waited so long to do laser vision correction, just kept making excuses. Then the whole surgery took 8 min for both eyes. My only regret is not doing it sooner. Dr. Hamilton was… More so awesome from start to finish. During the consultation he will walk you through all the different vision correction options to ensure the best option for you. For me SMILE was a perfect fit. Day of the operation you’re literally in and out within an hour. Thanks for the 20/20 vision Dr. Hamilton!
What do you get when you cross the brilliance of Tony Stark, the human skills of a peace negotiator, and the precision of a Swiss watchmaker? Dr. Rex Hamilton.No, the above is not a… More joke. I researched eye surgeons across the US. I settled upon Dr. Hamilton's office based on his education, his prior results, his excellent staff, and his low-key style. He let's his prior customers do the talking and not his relationship with the Kardashians or whoever.I am a year out from my surgery and I have zero complaints. Only excellence. Several people have complimented me on my excellent eyesight. No, I didn't give Dr. Hamilton any credit because, well, ego (mine).Is my vision absolutely perfect? No but the very modest limitations are strictly in line (and less) with what Dr. Hamilton and his staff informed me well in advance of me making the decision to proceed.If I had to make this decision again, what would I do it? I absolutely would proceed and definitely with Dr. Hamilton's office.
I know Dr. Hamilton and have been his patient since 2008 when he performed laser eye surgery on me. My vision reached 20/20 in both eyes even though my case was a difficult one and… More other ophthalmologists had told me that I might never reach 20/20 vision. Dr. Hamilton handled my case with great care and precision and I achieved 20/20 vision in both eyes without glasses/contacts. I am very happy that I made a good decision by choosing Dr. Hamilton as my LASIK surgeon. I have not been wearing glasses/contacts since 2008. Thanks for everything you have done for me Dr. Hamilton.
I didn't get my SMILE here, but my free consultation experience with Dr. Hamilton and his office staff was so amazing that I have second thoughts as to if my SMILE experience would… More have been better here! Dr. Hamilton appreciates your time even for free consultation unlike many places and meticulous when it comes to his results (your vision!). Felt like I would be in good hands and personalized care.Couple reasons I didn't get it here is very personal and minor that I recommend this office to anyone interested! The office was very far for me and the parking was of charge and I knew I would need many follow up visits due to my eye complications. I ended up getting it at a big office with many doctors and followup visits were so exhausting and time consuming.
I express deep gratitude to Dr. Hamilton and his entire team for the successful surgical intervention that significantly improved my vision. Your high level of professionalism and coordinated… More work are greatly appreciated. Best of luck to you in your challenging yet very important work.
I had PRK with Dr. Hamilton 5 years ago when he was at UCLA and am still happy with the result. I was -7 in both eyes before surgery and today still see 20/20 in both eyes. My only… More problem is continued dry eyes, which I manage with lubricant gel at night. I was informed of this risk before surgery. Despite the dry eyes, I have no regrets since my quality of life is much better not having to wear glasses/contacts. If I needed eye surgery again, I would return to Dr. Hamilton.
I didn't get my SMILE here, but my free consultation experience with Dr. Hamilton and his office staff was so amazing that I have second thoughts as to if my SMILE experience would… More have been better here! Dr. Hamilton appreciates your time even for free consultation unlike many places and meticulous when it comes to his results (your vision!). Felt like I would be in good hands and personalized care.Couple reasons I didn't get it here is very personal and minor that I recommend this office to anyone interested! The office was very far for me and the parking was of charge and I knew I would need many follow up visits due to my eye complications. I ended up getting it at a big office with many doctors and followup visits were so exhausting and time consuming.
Came in to look into laser surgery for my severe near sightedness. I was "legally blind" meaning I really could not do or see anything without strong corrective glasses or… More contact lenses and I've been that way since 4th grade. After 30 odd years, I'd had enough. I went to Dr. Hamilton, had the consult, and was pointed towards SMILE surgery as the best option for me. Getting everything set up and scheduled was easy, with helpful text message reminders of upcoming appointments. Dr. Hamilton and the staff are great, and the offices are pleasant and comfortable. The day of surgery was very easy, with a surprisingly quick, totally painless procedure. Now, three months later, I'm 20/15 in both eyes, and could not be happier with the outcome. Recovery was a breeze, I was able to 100% return to normal life within 48 hours of the procedure with near perfect vision. Minor stuff like very mild, sporadic dry eyes were gone within a week or two. I literally climbed a high altitude mountain 6 weeks after the procedure and it was glorious to not have to screw around with contact lenses or glasses while camping and hiking. I strongly recommend Dr. Hamilton and his staff if you're looking at corrective eye surgery. My only regret is not doing it sooner.
EVO ICL surgery with Dr. Hamilton was life-changing. From start to finish, everything was smooth and well-organized. The results met all my expectations. This was a great experience… More because: 1. EVO ICL surgery transformed my horrible myopia, allowing me to see better than with glasses or contacts. The results were even better than I had expected. 2. The surgery was quick and painless, and I recovered quickly with almost no discomfort. I was a bit nervous about getting ICL surgery, but Dr. Hamilton was an excellent calm and reassuring surgeon. I am lucky I found Dr. Hamilton for this procedure. 3. Mayra and the rest of the entire staff was very professional and caring. All appointments were very efficient and the office was very responsive. Thank you to Dr. Hamilton and his exceptional team!
I know Dr. Hamilton and have been his patient since 2008 when he performed laser eye surgery on me. My vision reached 20/20 in both eyes even though my case was a difficult one and… More other ophthalmologists had told me that I might never reach 20/20 vision. Dr. Hamilton handled my case with great care and precision and I achieved 20/20 vision in both eyes without glasses/contacts. I am very happy that I made a good decision by choosing Dr. Hamilton as my LASIK surgeon. I have not been wearing glasses/contacts since 2008. Thanks for everything you have done for me Dr. Hamilton.
I had SMILE with Dr. Hamilton at the end of last year and am still thrilled with the results. I had lived with a strong glasses and contacts prescription since elementary school, which… More was a constant annoyance between athletics, long outdoor trips, and the daily hassle of handling contacts. Now I can't believe I didn't get this done earlier!I consulted with several laser eye centers in LA before my surgery, and of all the places I visited Dr. Hamilton felt the most assuring and least like a sales pitch. Unlike other providers where I only met a technician, Dr. Hamilton personally examined me and discussed my case in detail during the initial consultation. The procedure itself lasted about 10 minutes and by the next morning I could see well enough to drive. Within two weeks I was completely recovered with perfect vision.Even now, months later, I'm still amazed every morning when I wake up and can see clearly without fumbling around for glasses. Thank you for the amazing, life-changing care!
Dr. Hamilton performed cataract removal plus lens implant surgery to dramatically enhance my vision. I now have 20-20 vision and absolutely no negative effects. Dr. Hamilton and… More his staff are caring, friendly, knowledgeable and, most importantly, expert throughout the testing, preparation, procedure, and follow up. The surgery itself was unexpectedly painless, smooth and comfortable. I strongly recommend Dr. Hamilton and his team to anyone contemplating this surgery. I have worn glasses all of my life and now I have no need for glasses.
SMILE eye surgery is single-handedly, undeniably the best decision I have ever made for my eyes, and I wish I had done it sooner. I was initially hesitant because I wasn’t informed… More about the procedure or its safety. However, Dr. Hamilton was phenomenal throughout the process and earned my complete trust. During the consultation he assessed my eyes, walked me through the procedure, and explained how to take care of my eyes post-op. I felt comfortable knowing I was in good hands. The procedure itself was only about 5 minutes for both eyes, and there was little down time. They numbed the eyes and there was absolutely no pain, just slight pressure. I went home and took a nap after the surgery, and I felt little to no discomfort on the eyes. I was perfectly okay the very next day, and I suddenly had perfect vision. I had no side effects during the post-op time frame, but Dr. Hamilton met with me after just to be sure.It has been over a year since I had the surgery, and I decided to write a review now because I am still blown away by the results. As someone who grew up wearing glasses and contacts, being able to see perfectly without glasses or contacts while getting up in the middle of the night or showering, swimming, and working out is priceless. Also, I don’t have to factor in glasses or contacts while traveling. Being able to do all these things without having to rely on an external source for my vision has seriously improved the quality of my life.If you’re on the fence, do yourself a favor and at least get the consolation with Dr. Hamilton. He’s really the best in the game, and he has fantastic bedside manner. From beginning to end, Dr. Hamilton was friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable. And, this surgery has completely changed my life.
My husband just had SMILE surgery with Dr. Hamilton. He can finally ditch the glasses after 15 plus years and couldn’t be happier with the result. The process was fast, smooth and well… More explained. Thank you Dr. Hamilton for providing such an amazing experience. I highly recommend this place to whoever is considering to improve their vision.
I had a fantastic experience with Dr. Hamilton and his entire staff. As a physician myself, I was comfortable and happy to entrust Dr Hamilton with my vision and could not be happy… More with my result from my SMILE surgery. The procedure was quick and painless and I was watching movies without my glasses the same night. I was golfing and at the beach the next day and seeing 20/15 by my first post-op apppoitnment. His staff was responsive and I could not my happier with my experience and my result. I am referring all my own patients and family members to Dr. Hamilton already!
Dr Hamilton performed LASIK / SMILE surgery a year ago and I am thrilled with the results.While Dr Hamilton's credentials speak for themselves, I visited 3 other surgeons and found… More his demeanor to be the most attentive, academic, responsive, meticulous and careful with measurements. To that point, Dr Hamilton maintains an extensive log of his prior procedures and the results achieved (and has published several papers).Ultimately, I felt in safe and knowledgable hands, and one year later, I have 20/15 vision with no side effects.
I have nothing but amazing things to say about Dr. Hamilton and his team. I have worn glasses since I was 8 years old and contacts since probably around 13 years old. (I am 43 now for… More reference). My prescription was -12 in my left eye and -11 in my right eye with a stigmatism. Basically, if I didn't have my glasses on or my contacts in, I was blind as a bat but without the benefit of echolocation. For years, whenever I wore my glasses (if I had to) people would say "OMG! You're glasses are so thick!" etc. etc. I KNOW! I LIVE WITH THESE EYES. I had been toying around with the idea of eye surgery since 2003. Originally, I was thinking Lasik but after many consultations, I was just too nearsighted. My only real option was a lens implant (EVO ICL). But the ophthalmologist that I consulted in 2003 suggested I wait a little bit for the surgery to get more refined. Well, the final straw came in October when I was on a trip with my mom. My right contact ripped and I forgot to bring a backup. I had to wear my glasses. In the rain. Riding a horse. I said forget it--its time. I had my consultation with Dr. Hamilton and was impressed. Being a nurse, I wanted to do my due diligence and get other opinions/consults. NOBODY came close to Dr. Hamilton and his staff. From the consult to the pre-op to the surgery to the post-op everything was top notch. I've been a nurse for over 20 years and am very picky about surgery centers, IV starts, patient education, etc and the entire team did an amazing job. Dr. Hamilton came to check in on me before surgery and asked how I was doing, if I was worried about anything. I asked him what if he sneezed while he was working on my eye and accidentally lasered my eye out? I was half kidding but half serious and Dr. Hamilton laughed but then realized that my joke was probably not totally a joke and he turned serious and told me that wouldn't happen because of X, Y, Z. Incredible bedside manner. Dr. Tim was the anesthesiologist and administered the perfect amount of meds. Dr. Tim was so friendly and kind. I didn't feel anything during the surgery and wasn't nauseated afterwards (I am a lightweight so nausea happens frequently to me!). Jasmyn and Myra were so helpful at every step of the way. And let me tell you! After the surgery. I. COULD. SEE. IMMEDIATELY. Immediately! Sure, it wasn't perfect because my eyes were as dilated as saucers but for the first time in 35 years, I COULD SEE! I didn't feel any pain at all, just the occasional fleeting sensation of like an eyelash in my eye. I woke up the next morning and felt like a character in a Dr. Seuss Book. " I can see the tree! I can see the bee! I can see the chair! I can see everywhere!" Dr. Hamilton is the best! THE BEST! THE BEST! THE BEST! I found him via my own research, I was not referred, so this is a true testimonial! And whatever your eye issue is, it would be worth it to chat with him about the options. He is honest, caring, knowledgeable, and has great bedside manner. Well, I'm off now to keep looking at life with my brand new eyeballs! GO SEE DR. HAMILTON! You won't regret it!
I can't say enough good things about Dr. Hamilton. I have had vision problems for most of my life, and finally decided to get permanent vision correction last year. I was having… More double vision and was facing a second strabismus surgery (which requires full sedation and a much longer recovery) when I made an appointment at UCLA Stein Eye Institute to discuss vision correction surgery. My case was too complicated for any of the surgeons there to take it on, but they recommended I go see Dr. Hamilton who is one of the most highly regarded in his field. Since my first appointment, Dr. Hamilton and his team have given me extremely personal care, holding my hand through every step of the process. I decided to move forward with ICL surgery and it was one of the best decisions ever. Despite having some complications (which are always a possibility with any surgery), Dr. Hamilton went above and beyond to make sure my eyes were corrected, keeping in touch with me personally over the past 10 months as we rounded out a revision surgery. I always felt that his office and his team were available to me and they always made sure to fit me in for short-notice appointments. My vision is now perfect and since Dr. Hamilton was able to also correct my astigmatism, my double vision has gone away, saving me from further muscular surgeries. I am so grateful to him and his awesome team!
Dr. Hamiliton was awesome from start to finish! I went in for a LASIK consultation a bit over a year ago and he recommended SMILE. He walked me through the procedure, what to expect… More etc. and took the time to answer all of my questions. Definitely felt like he genuinely cared and wanted me to have the best eyesight possible instead of the sales-pitch feeling of so many other places.The procedure itself was quick and painless. It is a bit freaky just 'cause you know what's going on, but Dr. Hamilton talked me through the whole thing and made it super easy. I had some pain that evening once the numbing drops wore off, but by the morning was all good. Distance vision was solid the morning after, close up took about 2 weeks to settle, but didn't get in the way of any work/activities. I did have one eye that was a bit more inflamed than the other for my day after visit, but we just upped the steroid drops on that side for a few days and everything healed up great!It's been a year and I love being able to see without grabbing for glasses or putting contacts in! Thank you so much Dr. Hamilton!
I just want to thank Dr. Hamilton and his staff for such a successful cataract surgery. I was not looking forward to having this surgery as my eyesight had been very good pre cataracts.… More Dr Hamilton and his staff were so attentive to my concerns, as well as being very professional and kind. The end result was that I now have 20-20 vision and am so pleased. My sight is even better than before and no complications. Thank you so much, Dr Hamilton
Came here for LASIK in April 2022 after hearing good things about Dr. Hamilton. I have astigmatism and near sightedness and have worn contacts for most of my life. Dr. Hamilton was… More able to correct my vision completely and now after completely recovering, my eyesight has never been better. I was worried about dry eye post op but only experienced it during the first few weeks. Since then I haven’t had to use any eye drops.I highly recommend Dr. Hamilton for those looking to do LASIK!
Regardless of professional ability or attitude, Dr. Hamilton is the best doctor.My mother and I both discovered cataracts during our recent eye exams, and as diabetics, we are very… More concerned about future risks. Therefore, we did some research to find a good doctor. Fortunately, we found Dr. Hamilton, who devised a great plan for us. My vision for both distance and reading improved to 20/20 the day after the surgery, far exceeding my expectations. My mother's vision improved a bit less, but it's also getting better.Many thanks to Dr. Hamilton, Jasmine, and the other staff at the clinic. Eyes are so important to us, and they helped a lot.
My patient experience with Dr. Hamilton was exemplary from start to finish. Any procedure or surgery involving the eyes is inherently anxiety producing. It is for me. Upon meeting Dr.… More Hamilton and his incredibly attentive and thorough staff, I was put at ease immediately. Dr. Hamilton walked me through the options that follow the cataract removal. Every suggestion was exactly correct for my case. It is also worth noting that the nursing staff at the surgery center is also attentive and solicitous. The follow up by Dr. Hamilton has been great.Thank you, Dr. Hamilton.
I am ecstatic over the results from my surgery and recommended Dr Hamilton a million percent to anyone needing corrective surgery! The entire team was kind professional and guided me… More through each and every step. The whole process was easy and my new lens implants allow me to see perfectly both near and far for the first time in many years.
I had LASIK 10+ years ago and went to Dr. Hamilton to see what I could do to recurrent my vision. Dr. Hamilton performed a refractive lens exchange surgery on both eyes separately.… More The post op period was relatively easy. And my vision in my right eye is better than it ever was, even after LASIK. Highly recommend his office and staff.
I’ve waited so long to do laser vision correction, just kept making excuses. Then the whole surgery took 8 min for both eyes. My only regret is not doing it sooner. Dr. Hamilton was… More so awesome from start to finish. During the consultation he will walk you through all the different vision correction options to ensure the best option for you. For me SMILE was a perfect fit. Day of the operation you’re literally in and out within an hour. Thanks for the 20/20 vision Dr. Hamilton!
What do you get when you cross the brilliance of Tony Stark, the human skills of a peace negotiator, and the precision of a Swiss watchmaker? Dr. Rex Hamilton.No, the above is not a… More joke. I researched eye surgeons across the US. I settled upon Dr. Hamilton's office based on his education, his prior results, his excellent staff, and his low-key style. He let's his prior customers do the talking and not his relationship with the Kardashians or whoever.I am a year out from my surgery and I have zero complaints. Only excellence. Several people have complimented me on my excellent eyesight. No, I didn't give Dr. Hamilton any credit because, well, ego (mine).Is my vision absolutely perfect? No but the very modest limitations are strictly in line (and less) with what Dr. Hamilton and his staff informed me well in advance of me making the decision to proceed.If I had to make this decision again, what would I do it? I absolutely would proceed and definitely with Dr. Hamilton's office.
I know Dr. Hamilton and have been his patient since 2008 when he performed laser eye surgery on me. My vision reached 20/20 in both eyes even though my case was a difficult one and… More other ophthalmologists had told me that I might never reach 20/20 vision. Dr. Hamilton handled my case with great care and precision and I achieved 20/20 vision in both eyes without glasses/contacts. I am very happy that I made a good decision by choosing Dr. Hamilton as my LASIK surgeon. I have not been wearing glasses/contacts since 2008. Thanks for everything you have done for me Dr. Hamilton.
I didn't get my SMILE here, but my free consultation experience with Dr. Hamilton and his office staff was so amazing that I have second thoughts as to if my SMILE experience would… More have been better here! Dr. Hamilton appreciates your time even for free consultation unlike many places and meticulous when it comes to his results (your vision!). Felt like I would be in good hands and personalized care.Couple reasons I didn't get it here is very personal and minor that I recommend this office to anyone interested! The office was very far for me and the parking was of charge and I knew I would need many follow up visits due to my eye complications. I ended up getting it at a big office with many doctors and followup visits were so exhausting and time consuming.
I express deep gratitude to Dr. Hamilton and his entire team for the successful surgical intervention that significantly improved my vision. Your high level of professionalism and coordinated… More work are greatly appreciated. Best of luck to you in your challenging yet very important work.
I had PRK with Dr. Hamilton 5 years ago when he was at UCLA and am still happy with the result. I was -7 in both eyes before surgery and today still see 20/20 in both eyes. My only… More problem is continued dry eyes, which I manage with lubricant gel at night. I was informed of this risk before surgery. Despite the dry eyes, I have no regrets since my quality of life is much better not having to wear glasses/contacts. If I needed eye surgery again, I would return to Dr. Hamilton.
I didn't get my SMILE here, but my free consultation experience with Dr. Hamilton and his office staff was so amazing that I have second thoughts as to if my SMILE experience would… More have been better here! Dr. Hamilton appreciates your time even for free consultation unlike many places and meticulous when it comes to his results (your vision!). Felt like I would be in good hands and personalized care.Couple reasons I didn't get it here is very personal and minor that I recommend this office to anyone interested! The office was very far for me and the parking was of charge and I knew I would need many follow up visits due to my eye complications. I ended up getting it at a big office with many doctors and followup visits were so exhausting and time consuming.
Came in to look into laser surgery for my severe near sightedness. I was "legally blind" meaning I really could not do or see anything without strong corrective glasses or… More contact lenses and I've been that way since 4th grade. After 30 odd years, I'd had enough. I went to Dr. Hamilton, had the consult, and was pointed towards SMILE surgery as the best option for me. Getting everything set up and scheduled was easy, with helpful text message reminders of upcoming appointments. Dr. Hamilton and the staff are great, and the offices are pleasant and comfortable. The day of surgery was very easy, with a surprisingly quick, totally painless procedure. Now, three months later, I'm 20/15 in both eyes, and could not be happier with the outcome. Recovery was a breeze, I was able to 100% return to normal life within 48 hours of the procedure with near perfect vision. Minor stuff like very mild, sporadic dry eyes were gone within a week or two. I literally climbed a high altitude mountain 6 weeks after the procedure and it was glorious to not have to screw around with contact lenses or glasses while camping and hiking. I strongly recommend Dr. Hamilton and his staff if you're looking at corrective eye surgery. My only regret is not doing it sooner.
EVO ICL surgery with Dr. Hamilton was life-changing. From start to finish, everything was smooth and well-organized. The results met all my expectations. This was a great experience… More because: 1. EVO ICL surgery transformed my horrible myopia, allowing me to see better than with glasses or contacts. The results were even better than I had expected. 2. The surgery was quick and painless, and I recovered quickly with almost no discomfort. I was a bit nervous about getting ICL surgery, but Dr. Hamilton was an excellent calm and reassuring surgeon. I am lucky I found Dr. Hamilton for this procedure. 3. Mayra and the rest of the entire staff was very professional and caring. All appointments were very efficient and the office was very responsive. Thank you to Dr. Hamilton and his exceptional team!
I know Dr. Hamilton and have been his patient since 2008 when he performed laser eye surgery on me. My vision reached 20/20 in both eyes even though my case was a difficult one and… More other ophthalmologists had told me that I might never reach 20/20 vision. Dr. Hamilton handled my case with great care and precision and I achieved 20/20 vision in both eyes without glasses/contacts. I am very happy that I made a good decision by choosing Dr. Hamilton as my LASIK surgeon. I have not been wearing glasses/contacts since 2008. Thanks for everything you have done for me Dr. Hamilton.
I had SMILE with Dr. Hamilton at the end of last year and am still thrilled with the results. I had lived with a strong glasses and contacts prescription since elementary school, which… More was a constant annoyance between athletics, long outdoor trips, and the daily hassle of handling contacts. Now I can't believe I didn't get this done earlier!I consulted with several laser eye centers in LA before my surgery, and of all the places I visited Dr. Hamilton felt the most assuring and least like a sales pitch. Unlike other providers where I only met a technician, Dr. Hamilton personally examined me and discussed my case in detail during the initial consultation. The procedure itself lasted about 10 minutes and by the next morning I could see well enough to drive. Within two weeks I was completely recovered with perfect vision.Even now, months later, I'm still amazed every morning when I wake up and can see clearly without fumbling around for glasses. Thank you for the amazing, life-changing care!
Dr. Hamilton performed cataract removal plus lens implant surgery to dramatically enhance my vision. I now have 20-20 vision and absolutely no negative effects. Dr. Hamilton and… More his staff are caring, friendly, knowledgeable and, most importantly, expert throughout the testing, preparation, procedure, and follow up. The surgery itself was unexpectedly painless, smooth and comfortable. I strongly recommend Dr. Hamilton and his team to anyone contemplating this surgery. I have worn glasses all of my life and now I have no need for glasses.
SMILE eye surgery is single-handedly, undeniably the best decision I have ever made for my eyes, and I wish I had done it sooner. I was initially hesitant because I wasn’t informed… More about the procedure or its safety. However, Dr. Hamilton was phenomenal throughout the process and earned my complete trust. During the consultation he assessed my eyes, walked me through the procedure, and explained how to take care of my eyes post-op. I felt comfortable knowing I was in good hands. The procedure itself was only about 5 minutes for both eyes, and there was little down time. They numbed the eyes and there was absolutely no pain, just slight pressure. I went home and took a nap after the surgery, and I felt little to no discomfort on the eyes. I was perfectly okay the very next day, and I suddenly had perfect vision. I had no side effects during the post-op time frame, but Dr. Hamilton met with me after just to be sure.It has been over a year since I had the surgery, and I decided to write a review now because I am still blown away by the results. As someone who grew up wearing glasses and contacts, being able to see perfectly without glasses or contacts while getting up in the middle of the night or showering, swimming, and working out is priceless. Also, I don’t have to factor in glasses or contacts while traveling. Being able to do all these things without having to rely on an external source for my vision has seriously improved the quality of my life.If you’re on the fence, do yourself a favor and at least get the consolation with Dr. Hamilton. He’s really the best in the game, and he has fantastic bedside manner. From beginning to end, Dr. Hamilton was friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable. And, this surgery has completely changed my life.
My husband just had SMILE surgery with Dr. Hamilton. He can finally ditch the glasses after 15 plus years and couldn’t be happier with the result. The process was fast, smooth and well… More explained. Thank you Dr. Hamilton for providing such an amazing experience. I highly recommend this place to whoever is considering to improve their vision.
I had a fantastic experience with Dr. Hamilton and his entire staff. As a physician myself, I was comfortable and happy to entrust Dr Hamilton with my vision and could not be happy… More with my result from my SMILE surgery. The procedure was quick and painless and I was watching movies without my glasses the same night. I was golfing and at the beach the next day and seeing 20/15 by my first post-op apppoitnment. His staff was responsive and I could not my happier with my experience and my result. I am referring all my own patients and family members to Dr. Hamilton already!
Dr Hamilton performed LASIK / SMILE surgery a year ago and I am thrilled with the results.While Dr Hamilton's credentials speak for themselves, I visited 3 other surgeons and found… More his demeanor to be the most attentive, academic, responsive, meticulous and careful with measurements. To that point, Dr Hamilton maintains an extensive log of his prior procedures and the results achieved (and has published several papers).Ultimately, I felt in safe and knowledgable hands, and one year later, I have 20/15 vision with no side effects.
I have nothing but amazing things to say about Dr. Hamilton and his team. I have worn glasses since I was 8 years old and contacts since probably around 13 years old. (I am 43 now for… More reference). My prescription was -12 in my left eye and -11 in my right eye with a stigmatism. Basically, if I didn't have my glasses on or my contacts in, I was blind as a bat but without the benefit of echolocation. For years, whenever I wore my glasses (if I had to) people would say "OMG! You're glasses are so thick!" etc. etc. I KNOW! I LIVE WITH THESE EYES. I had been toying around with the idea of eye surgery since 2003. Originally, I was thinking Lasik but after many consultations, I was just too nearsighted. My only real option was a lens implant (EVO ICL). But the ophthalmologist that I consulted in 2003 suggested I wait a little bit for the surgery to get more refined. Well, the final straw came in October when I was on a trip with my mom. My right contact ripped and I forgot to bring a backup. I had to wear my glasses. In the rain. Riding a horse. I said forget it--its time. I had my consultation with Dr. Hamilton and was impressed. Being a nurse, I wanted to do my due diligence and get other opinions/consults. NOBODY came close to Dr. Hamilton and his staff. From the consult to the pre-op to the surgery to the post-op everything was top notch. I've been a nurse for over 20 years and am very picky about surgery centers, IV starts, patient education, etc and the entire team did an amazing job. Dr. Hamilton came to check in on me before surgery and asked how I was doing, if I was worried about anything. I asked him what if he sneezed while he was working on my eye and accidentally lasered my eye out? I was half kidding but half serious and Dr. Hamilton laughed but then realized that my joke was probably not totally a joke and he turned serious and told me that wouldn't happen because of X, Y, Z. Incredible bedside manner. Dr. Tim was the anesthesiologist and administered the perfect amount of meds. Dr. Tim was so friendly and kind. I didn't feel anything during the surgery and wasn't nauseated afterwards (I am a lightweight so nausea happens frequently to me!). Jasmyn and Myra were so helpful at every step of the way. And let me tell you! After the surgery. I. COULD. SEE. IMMEDIATELY. Immediately! Sure, it wasn't perfect because my eyes were as dilated as saucers but for the first time in 35 years, I COULD SEE! I didn't feel any pain at all, just the occasional fleeting sensation of like an eyelash in my eye. I woke up the next morning and felt like a character in a Dr. Seuss Book. " I can see the tree! I can see the bee! I can see the chair! I can see everywhere!" Dr. Hamilton is the best! THE BEST! THE BEST! THE BEST! I found him via my own research, I was not referred, so this is a true testimonial! And whatever your eye issue is, it would be worth it to chat with him about the options. He is honest, caring, knowledgeable, and has great bedside manner. Well, I'm off now to keep looking at life with my brand new eyeballs! GO SEE DR. HAMILTON! You won't regret it!
I can't say enough good things about Dr. Hamilton. I have had vision problems for most of my life, and finally decided to get permanent vision correction last year. I was having… More double vision and was facing a second strabismus surgery (which requires full sedation and a much longer recovery) when I made an appointment at UCLA Stein Eye Institute to discuss vision correction surgery. My case was too complicated for any of the surgeons there to take it on, but they recommended I go see Dr. Hamilton who is one of the most highly regarded in his field. Since my first appointment, Dr. Hamilton and his team have given me extremely personal care, holding my hand through every step of the process. I decided to move forward with ICL surgery and it was one of the best decisions ever. Despite having some complications (which are always a possibility with any surgery), Dr. Hamilton went above and beyond to make sure my eyes were corrected, keeping in touch with me personally over the past 10 months as we rounded out a revision surgery. I always felt that his office and his team were available to me and they always made sure to fit me in for short-notice appointments. My vision is now perfect and since Dr. Hamilton was able to also correct my astigmatism, my double vision has gone away, saving me from further muscular surgeries. I am so grateful to him and his awesome team!
Dr. Hamiliton was awesome from start to finish! I went in for a LASIK consultation a bit over a year ago and he recommended SMILE. He walked me through the procedure, what to expect… More etc. and took the time to answer all of my questions. Definitely felt like he genuinely cared and wanted me to have the best eyesight possible instead of the sales-pitch feeling of so many other places.The procedure itself was quick and painless. It is a bit freaky just 'cause you know what's going on, but Dr. Hamilton talked me through the whole thing and made it super easy. I had some pain that evening once the numbing drops wore off, but by the morning was all good. Distance vision was solid the morning after, close up took about 2 weeks to settle, but didn't get in the way of any work/activities. I did have one eye that was a bit more inflamed than the other for my day after visit, but we just upped the steroid drops on that side for a few days and everything healed up great!It's been a year and I love being able to see without grabbing for glasses or putting contacts in! Thank you so much Dr. Hamilton!
I just want to thank Dr. Hamilton and his staff for such a successful cataract surgery. I was not looking forward to having this surgery as my eyesight had been very good pre cataracts.… More Dr Hamilton and his staff were so attentive to my concerns, as well as being very professional and kind. The end result was that I now have 20-20 vision and am so pleased. My sight is even better than before and no complications. Thank you so much, Dr Hamilton
Came here for LASIK in April 2022 after hearing good things about Dr. Hamilton. I have astigmatism and near sightedness and have worn contacts for most of my life. Dr. Hamilton was… More able to correct my vision completely and now after completely recovering, my eyesight has never been better. I was worried about dry eye post op but only experienced it during the first few weeks. Since then I haven’t had to use any eye drops.I highly recommend Dr. Hamilton for those looking to do LASIK!
Regardless of professional ability or attitude, Dr. Hamilton is the best doctor.My mother and I both discovered cataracts during our recent eye exams, and as diabetics, we are very … More concerned about future risks. Therefore, we did some research to find a good doctor. Fortunately, we found Dr. Hamilton, who devised a great plan for us. My vision for both distance and reading improved to 20/20 the day after the surgery, far exceeding my expectations. My mother's vision improved a bit less, but it's also getting better.Many thanks to Dr. Hamilton, Jasmine, and the other staff at the clinic. Eyes are so important to us, and they helped a lot.
