Our Patients Tell Their Stories

Having performed over 64,000 LASIK procedures, we’ve had the pleasure of meeting thousands of wonderful patients, all with unique reasons for why they wanted to have LASIK and how their lives have improved since undergoing the procedure. We’d like invite you to browse a selection of letters from patients who’ve had LASIK at Saddleback Eye Center. These are actual patients, and their stories speak for themselves. We hope that you find them inspiring and helpful!

"It has been nearly 10 years since Dr. Charles Manger worked his magic on my eyes, giving me better than 20/20 vision. Yes, I know, it's not magic, it's skill. It's the kind of skill that can only come from being one of the most experienced LASIK surgeons in the country. But believe me, when you first walk outside and feel the joy of incredible vision without glasses or contacts, it will seem like magic. Thank you Dr. Manger for giving me my vision back. It remains one of the best decisions I have made in my life!"
— Mike Nolan, Air Traffic Reporter, KFI AM 640 Radio




"LASIK has had a profound impact on my life. It’s amazing to go out into the world and see as clearly and crisply as I can now - I can see better than I ever did. I strongly believe that your eyes are so valuable ­ you cannot have LASIK done by anyone but the best. I would highly recommend Saddleback Eye Center to all of my friends and family. It was a very good value and an exceptional result. I am infinitely pleased with Dr. Manger and his staff and the excellent job that was done." — Melanie




"I want to thank you for giving me 20/15 eyesight for the first time in my life. I hadn’t seen clearly without glasses since I was a small child. Getting up the nerve was the hardest part of having LASIK. After meeting Dr. Manger, seeing his confidence and the warmth of his staff it made me realize I was in safe hands. Saddleback Eye Center runs the best LASIK clinic in the country. My procedure took less than a half hour, it didn’t hurt and I’m seeing 20/15!"
John Kobylt, Talk Show Host, KFI AM 640 Radio




"Dr. Manger’s reputation and experience was extremely important to me. After doing my research, I called Saddleback on a Thursday afternoon, came in on Monday and had LASIK that same day. The care and quality of medical attention at Saddleback is just phenomenal. I can see better than ever now, especially at night. It’s wonderful to see all the time at any moment." — Lise




"Having LASIK at Saddleback Eye Center was the best experience I’ve ever had. Go see Dr. Manger and his staff ­ you won’t regret it. It’s been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I can’t imagine going back to having to wear glasses and contacts every day."
— Nick





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