Laser vision correction in Saskatoon
LASIK in SaskatoonLife without glasses starts here.
A quick visual recovery for many people, one flat fee of $2,200 per eye with astigmatism included, and a surgeon with 30 years of refractive surgery experience.
Prefer to talk? Call 306-244-4111, Monday to Friday, 7 am to 4 pm.
- 30 yearsof experience
- 40,000+procedures
- Former Medical DirectorHorizon Laser Vision Center
- One flat fee$2,200 per eye, astigmatism included
- Medicard financingavailable, as low as $70/monthSubject to credit approval
What is LASIK?
LASIK is a laser procedure that reshapes the cornea, the clear window at the front of your eye. It can reduce your need for glasses or contact lenses for nearsightedness and astigmatism. At Conlon Eye Institute in Saskatoon, LASIK is performed by our surgeons, including Dr. M. Ronan Conlon, who has 30 years of experience in refractive surgery.
Cost: $2,200 per eye. One flat fee whatever your prescription, including astigmatism.
Last updated: October 2026
Why patients choose Dr. Conlon
Our surgeons, including Dr. Conlon, who has 30 years of experience in refractive surgery and has performed more than 40,000 refractive procedures.
Your consultation, surgery and follow-up are in Saskatoon, at the Medical Arts Building, 341-750 Spadina Crescent East.
One flat fee per eye, whatever your prescription.
We stand behind your result for life. After refractive lens exchange or refractive cataract surgery, if a laser touch-up seems reasonable and Dr. Conlon agrees it’s safe, we’ll do it, at no charge whenever possible.
Your LASIK journey
Four simple steps, from your first question to your final checkup.
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Free online pre-screen
Complete our candidacy pre-screen at /laser-candidacy/. Our team reviews it and contacts you.
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Free consultation
Plan for about an hour or more. This visit is also your full dilated pre-op exam. Your vision may be blurry and light-sensitive for a few hours afterward, so bring sunglasses and someone to drive you home.
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Surgery on a later day
If you’re a good candidate and want to go ahead, we book your surgery for a later day. That gives you time to think it over and review the consent information. Surgery is never done on the same day as the consultation.
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Follow-up
Checkups: day 1 at Dr. Conlon’s office; at 1 week with Dr. Conlon or your optometrist, depending on your co-management arrangement; then at 1, 3, 6 and 12 months.
Is LASIK right for me?
The only way to know is a thorough consultation. Our team will check your eye health, measure your cornea and review your prescription and medical history.
In general, people considered for LASIK:
- are at least 18 years old
- have had a stable prescription for at least a year
- are nearsighted up to about −10.00 D, with up to about 5 to 6 D of astigmatism
- have enough corneal thickness and a healthy corneal shape
- have healthy eyes (for example, no uncontrolled glaucoma, active eye disease or significant dry eye)
- are not pregnant or nursing
When ASL (PRK) may be better
Dr. Conlon recommends AdvancedSurf Laser (PRK) for most patients. There’s no flap, so flap complications can’t occur, and more of the cornea’s strength is preserved. Recovery is slower and less comfortable for the first few days. $2,200 per eye.
Both are good options for the right eyes. If you’re not sure which suits you, that’s exactly what your free consultation is for.
LASIK for farsightedness is approved in Canada, but we don’t offer it at Conlon Eye Institute because we haven’t found its long-term results reliable enough. For farsightedness, refractive lens exchange (RLE) may be an option. Results vary; a consultation is required to confirm candidacy.
How LASIK works
LASIK stands for laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis. First, a laser creates a thin flap in the front of the cornea, and the flap is gently folded back. A second laser (an excimer laser) then reshapes the cornea underneath so it focuses light more clearly. The flap is laid back in place, where it sticks down on its own without stitches.
Equipment used: iDESIGN wavefront mapping, a laser to create the flap, and the VISX STAR S4 IR excimer laser. Your treatment can be planned using a detailed map of how your eye focuses light (wavefront-guided).
LASIK is done with numbing eye drops, with no general anaesthetic.
On surgery day, step by step
Arrive and prepare
Plan for someone to drive you home. Don’t wear eye makeup, face lotion or perfume.
Numbing drops
Your eyes are numbed with drops. You stay awake, and no general anaesthetic is used.
Creating the flap
A laser creates a thin flap in the cornea, which is gently folded back.
Reshaping the cornea
The excimer laser reshapes the cornea underneath, based on your measurements.
Repositioning the flap
The flap is laid back in place and sticks down on its own, without stitches.
Going home
The laser part takes only a few minutes, and the whole procedure takes about 10 to 15 minutes for both eyes. You’ll get eye shields, drops and written instructions, and someone drives you home to rest.
Recovery after LASIK
- First few hours: watering, grittiness or a mild burning feeling are common. Rest your eyes; a nap helps.
- Day 1: check-up visit. Many people see well enough to drive after this visit, once we have checked your vision and confirmed it meets the driving standard.
- First week: use your drops exactly as prescribed, wear the eye shields while sleeping, and don’t rub your eyes. Wait about a week before wearing eye makeup (use new cosmetics), and about two weeks before swimming or using a hot tub.
- Work: many people return to desk work in 1 to 3 days.
- Over the following weeks: your vision usually keeps settling. Some dryness, glare or halos at night can occur while your eyes heal.
- Checkups: day 1 at Dr. Conlon’s office; at 1 week with Dr. Conlon or your optometrist, depending on your co-management arrangement; then at 1, 3, 6 and 12 months.
Risks
As with any surgery, LASIK carries risks. These include dry eye, glare or halos, fluctuating vision, under- or over-correction (which may need glasses or further treatment), flap complications, infection, and, rarely, weakening and bulging of the cornea (ectasia). Your individual risks will be discussed in detail at your consultation, so please tell us about any medical conditions or medications.
Cost
LASIK at Conlon Eye Institute is $2,200 per eye. It’s one flat fee whatever your prescription, including astigmatism.
What’s included
Your $2,200-per-eye fee includes:
- your assessment and pre-op exam
- the surgery
- your follow-up visits after surgery
- lifetime enhancements at no charge, if a further treatment is needed and your eyes are suitable
Financing is available through Medicard, from $70 a month. Our staff are happy to walk you through your options.
Laser vision correction is not covered by Saskatchewan Health. Results vary; consultation required to confirm candidacy.
Other options
ASL (PRK)
Dr. Conlon recommends AdvancedSurf Laser (PRK) for most patients. There’s no flap, so flap complications can’t occur, and more of the cornea’s strength is preserved. Recovery is slower and less comfortable for the first few days. $2,200 per eye.
Refractive lens exchange (RLE)
Replaces the eye’s natural lens with an artificial lens. It’s often considered from about age 40 for farsightedness, and from about 50 for nearsightedness (sometimes earlier with higher prescriptions or early lens changes). Because we don’t offer LASIK for farsightedness, RLE is usually the option we discuss for farsighted patients.
Monovision
Monovision is an option for some people in their forties and beyond who want to rely less on reading glasses. One eye is corrected for distance and the other for near vision, and the brain learns to use each eye for what it does best. It takes an adaptation period, usually a few weeks, and some people find depth perception or night driving less sharp. It isn’t for everyone. We often suggest trying it first with contact lenses, and we’ll talk it through at your consultation to see whether it suits your eyes and lifestyle.
In experienced hands
Dr. M. Ronan Conlon brings 30 years of experience to your care. He completed a fellowship in ocular pathology at Harvard, is a Clinical Professor at the University of Saskatchewan, and is a former Head of Ophthalmology for the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the University of Saskatchewan.
At your consultation, Dr. Conlon will review your eyes and help you decide whether LASIK, ASL (PRK) or another option suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is LASIK?
LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is laser eye surgery that reshapes the cornea to correct nearsightedness and astigmatism. It can reduce or remove your need for glasses or contacts. Results vary from person to person.
Am I a candidate?
Only a full assessment can tell you for sure. In general, candidates are at least 18, have had a stable prescription for at least a year, have healthy eyes and enough corneal thickness, and have a prescription within the treatable range (nearsightedness up to about −10.00 D, astigmatism up to about 5 to 6 D). We don’t offer LASIK for farsightedness. The online pre-screen at /laser-candidacy/ is a good place to start.
Who will perform my procedure?
LASIK at Conlon Eye Institute is performed by our surgeons, including Dr. M. Ronan Conlon, who has been performing refractive surgery for 30 years. We’ll let you know who your surgeon is when you book.
Do I need to stop wearing contact lenses beforehand?
Yes. Contact lenses can change the shape of your cornea for a while, which can affect your measurements. Leave them out before both your assessment and your procedure:
– soft lenses: 5 days
– toric (astigmatism) soft lenses: 10 days
– hard or gas-permeable lenses: 4 weeks or more
Will it hurt?
The procedure is done with numbing eye drops, with no general anaesthetic. You may feel some pressure. Mild irritation for a few hours afterward is common.
How long does it take?
About 10 to 15 minutes for both eyes. Plan to be at the clinic longer for preparation and instructions.
When can I drive?
Not on the day of surgery. Many people can drive after their day-1 check, once we’ve confirmed their vision meets the 20/40 driving standard.
How much time off work do I need?
Many people return to desk work in 1 to 3 days. Jobs with dust or heavy physical work may need longer, so ask us at your consultation.
When can I exercise, swim or wear makeup?
Light exercise, such as the gym or running, is usually fine from the day after surgery. Most other sports can resume after about a week, and contact sports after at least a month, with eye protection. Wait about a week for eye makeup (use new cosmetics), and about two weeks for swimming or hot tubs, wearing goggles for your first few swims. Until then, don’t rub your eyes, and keep water and sweat out of them.
Are the results permanent?
The change LASIK makes to your cornea is long-lasting. LASIK doesn’t stop natural changes in your eyes over time, such as needing reading glasses as you get older (presbyopia). If your vision changes later, retreatment or another option may be possible, depending on the cause.
How is LASIK different from ASL (PRK)?
LASIK creates a thin flap and reshapes the tissue underneath; recovery is usually quick. ASL (PRK) treats the surface with no flap; recovery takes longer, about a week before the bandage lens comes out. With no flap, it avoids flap complications and preserves more of the cornea’s strength, so Dr. Conlon recommends it for most patients. LASIK remains an option for some. Both are $2,200 per eye.
How much does LASIK cost?
$2,200 per eye. It’s one flat fee whatever your prescription, including astigmatism. See “What’s included” above.
What if I need an enhancement?
Enhancements are included for life at no charge, if a further treatment is needed and your eyes are suitable for it.
Is financing available?
Yes. Financing through Medicard starts at $70 a month.
Is LASIK covered by insurance?
No. LASIK is not covered by Saskatchewan Health. Some private extended health plans may cover part of the cost, so check with your provider. It may also be claimable as a medical expense on your income tax; check with your accountant or tax preparer.
Ready to find out if LASIK is right for you?
Questions? Call 306-244-4111 to book your free consultation.
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Last updated: October 2026. Results vary; consultation required.