Astonishing Alberta Part 1: Drumheller

Capturing the great valleys of Drumheller

Late April - early May 2012, I made a short trip to Calgary, AB to visit a friend. It was my second time in the city followed by my first in 2005, which I have close to zero recollection of except the 50+ hours of Greyhound bus ride from Toronto.  If you are a city girl, Calgary may not be the city for you.  BUt if you are a country and nature lover, you would definitely fall in love! 

I had a weekend car rental so my friend recommended a town called Drumheller to me.  To my surprise, I went there on the perfect day with the perfect sunny weather any traveler could ask for! 

The view driving from Calgary to Drumheller

PRK Surgery Questions (FAQ) and Recovery

Links to my PRK journey:

My Consultations:

• First Consultation: Herzig Eye Institute
• Second Consultation: Bochner Eye Institute
• Third Consultation: TLC Laser Eye Centers
• Laser Eye Surgery Decision and Dry Eye Situation!

PRK Recovery

• PRK Surgery Day
• Post PRK Laser Eye Surgery - Day 1
• Post PRK Laser Eye Surgery - Day 3
• Post PRK Laser Eye Surgery - Day 5
• Post PRK Laser Eye Surgery – Day 8 
• Post PRK Laser Eye Surgery - 1 Month

Below are common questions that may cross your mind, and hopefully my answers are helpful ^^

1. Is PRK safe?
PRK is a very safe procedure and like every surgery, there are risks.  Everyone's reaction to the procedure differs but there has been no reports of lost in vision as a result of this procedure.  Though there are risks of infections, increased eye pressure, dry eyes, and such, they won't cause blindness.  Most importantly, it has been FDA approved! That alone should be reassuring.  Although there is no exact list defining the number of complications for post-operation, studies suggest that the incidence of minor difficulties such as dry eyes and glares is ~3-5%.