Eyecare Medical Group  |  53 Sewall St, Portland, ME 04102 207-828-2020

Cataract Surgery

Advanced small-incision cataract surgery with customizable IOL options — performed by one of the region's most experienced cataract surgeons.

Cataract diagram

What Are Cataracts?

Cataract surgery is among the most common procedures performed in the United States. It is estimated that 20.5 million Americans over the age of 40 have cataracts.

Cataracts develop when proteins in the eye begin to clump together, progressively clouding the eye's natural lens and blocking light from entering the eye.

Vision loss from cataracts can inhibit daily life — making it difficult to drive, enjoy hobbies like crafting or reading, work, and perform everyday tasks.

Cataract Surgery with Dr. Shah

Dr. Shah is one of the most experienced cataract surgeons in the region, with over a decade of laser-assisted cataract surgery experience and thousands of procedures performed. He brings that expertise to every patient at Eyecare Medical Group.

Surgery involves removal of the clouded lens, which is then replaced with a clear artificial lens called an intraocular lens (IOL). Dr. Shah will help you choose the IOL best suited to your vision goals and lifestyle.

What to Expect

  • Outpatient procedure — typically under 30 minutes
  • Advanced imaging to plan your surgery
  • Precise, gentle small-incision technique
  • Premium IOL options to reduce dependence on glasses
  • Options for astigmatism correction during surgery

Laser-assisted cataract surgery is coming to Eyecare Medical Group. Dr. Shah brings over a decade of laser cataract experience — contact us to learn more.

Cataract surgery

"Don't Let Cataracts Slow You Down — one of Maine's most experienced cataract surgeons is here to help restore your vision."

Intraocular lens implant examples

Lens Implant (IOL) Options

One of the greatest advantages of modern cataract surgery is the ability to choose an IOL that matches your lifestyle and vision goals.

Single-distance correction lenses. Most patients choose distance correction and use reading glasses for near tasks. Highly proven and covered by most insurance plans.
Designed to provide vision at multiple distances — near, intermediate, and far — reducing or eliminating the need for glasses after surgery. Premium upgrade option.
Specially designed lenses that correct astigmatism at the time of cataract surgery, available in both monofocal and multifocal designs.

Schedule a Consultation

Don't Let Cataracts Slow You Down

Contact Eyecare Medical Group in Portland, ME to schedule your cataract evaluation with Dr. Shah.

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