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Jeff Sanderson, MD
“I started my own business because I thought we could offer a higher level of quality by doing things our own way,” says Jeff Sanderson, MD, of Sanderson Eye Clinic in Edina. His philosophy is to not sandwich in “a million patients” but instead offer a much more comprehensive experience and service.
Although Sanderson Eye is a go-to place to get your vision checked and pick up a pair of glasses, he explains that the clinic offers “a whole host of surgical alternatives to treat patients so they no longer need glasses.” It’s an ophthalmology practice with a high-tech twist, with the capability to help with corneal transplants, glaucoma, macular degeneration and more.
That tech includes the excimer laser for Lasik, the femtosecond laser for significant astigmatism and cataracts, and extended depth-of-focus lenses for those requiring assistance with both near and far vision. “The technology keeps changing, which makes what we do interesting and fun,” he adds.
But there’s an even bigger reward for Sanderson. “It’s liberating for people to be able to see better,” he notes. “It enhances their entire life: seeing nature, seeing the clock when they wake up in the morning. Many people don’t realize how poorly they see. The post-op appointments are always really incredible, when clients see 20/20 or better.”
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