Pannu Laser & Vision Institute

Excited finally got it done lasik eye surgery. Was able to see ²⁰⁄₂₀ right away. Headed to work after being out for one day. Only hard part is having wear safety glasses but before you go to sleep for 4 days so you don’t rub your eyes. Customer service was awesome from beginning to end.
Dr Mutyala was great and Dr Jacques Botkin whom I dealt with pretty much the entire time was very attentive and provide much information about the procedure. Dr Botkins won my loyalty from that moment on. Thank you!

At my scheduled free consultation, I was told I was a candidate to have the Lasik surgery. After I was told the price I told them that I will let them know and I will think about it. Erica told me that the $ 500 off promotion is a limited time offer and is was unknown when it will no longer be available so she recommended paying the $ 200 to do all my measurements and this will guarantee the price. Also, this day on the day of the scheduled surgery date all I have to do is sign all the required paperwork and have it done.
I went ahead and paid the $ 200 and had all my measurements done.
She asked me if I had any questions.
My only question to me was if I could go blind from having Lasik. She told me no, because they do not go to that part of the eye.
I asked for copies of the paperwork that will be given to me to sign on the day of the procedure so I can take it home with me to go over it but I was told not to worry about it and wait until the day of the surgery to sign it.
When I got home something didn’t seem and felt right about all of this.
I decided to do some research about this Lasik surgery and also I contacted Pannu Laser & Vision Institute via email to ask to be sent a copy of such paperwork that I will be given on the day of the surgery to sign.
To my surprise, after receiving the informed consent for laser in-​situ keratomileusis (Lasik) paperwork, I read about many dangerous risks involved with having this type of procedure, including loss of vision, which is exactly what I asked about in which I was told no.
According to their own paperwork and also a lot of the findings I found on my research Lasik is not a safe procedure to have at all and you can end up having severe eye problems and complications. Based on all the information, you are much better keep wearing glasses and/​or contacts.
I also found a specific website and a Facebook group that has a lot of people in it, posting about their complications and problems from having the Lasik surgery and that they wished they would have never done it.
But don’t take my word for it, check it out yourself by going to the website:

and the Facebook group:

I want to add that I also found out that all those radio personalities and celebrities that they advertise all the time and give testimonials that they had a total 100% success by having Lasik they are all not true. Many of them were compensated for their testimonial and being paid to advertise Pannu Laser & Vision Institute. They also can not disclose if they are having problems since is part of their agreement.
After finding out all this I, of course, decided not to have Lasik done and called Pannu to cancel my scheduled date. I was told that I will be receiving a refund for the $ 200 I paid. After a couple of days since no refund was received, I contacted Pannu again to find out about it and I was given the runaround and different stories for days regarding receiving the refund. I only ended up receiving the refund because I filed a dispute with my credit card company.
In my opinion based on my experience, I suggest you not to have this Lasik surgery with Pannu Laser & Vision Institute or any other doctor that do this type of surgery.
Do not do it at all ! All they care is about making money. They will tell you whatever you want to hear in order to convince you to have the surgery. Afterwards, they won’t be want to be bothered with you and won’t care at all. You will read this for yourself by many people that have said this on the Facebook group.
I am glad that I decided to do some research and not having the Lasik procedure done before it was too late.

Pannu Laser & Vision Institute is not a place for the faint of heart. Now, what do I mean by that? If you are used to a mom & pop experience, where the doctor sits with you and addresses any concerns for an extended period of time… then move on. You will not meet your surgeon (most likely) until the day of surgery. Your interactions will be with Erika (who is very nice, but is a business woman, not a doctor), and the optometrist on hand who is very kind. I know it seems like an overwhelming surgery, but I guarantee you there is nothing to it. The office is very clean, and the staff is efficient! It almost looks like an assembly line on Thursday, but they are very professional and know what they are doing.
I paid 3,800 for my surgery and HAD –6.00+ vision in both eyes. I can see amazing now, and in hindsight (get it) it was worth every penny. The consultation is not really free, because it’s included in your surgery price so make sure you are prepared to ask questions in regards to that.
If you are considering getting surgery here, do it! The surgeon is phenomenal and so is his resume. Just remember they are efficient not «rude». Don’t let that influence your review.
Oh! And for those of you worried about the punctal plugs, I have pretty dry eyes and was not offered them. I am assuming that if he’s offering them it is because he thinks you need them. Remember, he does not see you until the day of surgery so this may be a minute last minute expense. Dry eyes can hurt with lasik… Trust me. If he’s recommending it GET THEM.

Great follow up respond from Erica the office manager she credit my 200 bucks back as she, promised I would recommend them maybe I was just was scared of this whole operation thing with my eyes … still collecting my facts with friends and family.

I had LASIK done a few years ago with this Doctor. I was nervous at first but the staff was very comforting. The procedure quick and painless. My vision was perfect right away, it was amazing. I am in the Navy and my vision is very important for my career. Even years later, I still have ²⁰⁄₂₀. A recent visit with a Navy Optometrist, she actually couldn’t even tell I had LASIK done. I’ve recommended this doctor to friends and family who have also had great experiences.

I had a great experience at this location. It was clean and the people were very informative and patient. I honestly wish I had done the surgery years ago. The only thing I thought was a little scammish (I know it’s not a word) was the fact that they charged me an additional $ 500 THE DAY OF SURGERY to put these artificial tear ducts in the corner of my eyes because I suffer from dry eyes. I love the fact that I can see without my glasses, but I advise anyone who is planning on getting this surgery to do a lot of research and ask lots of questions– even if they seem stupid!

Not exactly a «FREE» consultation! BEWARE!!!

STAY AWAY FAR FAR AWAY!!!
I had a scheduled appointment for December 7, 2013 at 11:00 am at your Davie office location. I attended my scheduled appointment and left the office feeling completely discouraged and feeling like I was being scammed.
I drove for an hour to get to the Davie office. I got a little lost but arrive around 11:10 am. I was finally tended to by someone named Erica at 11:55 am. She escorted me into an area asked me to sit down. Then she took some kind of eye exam. I was then escorted into a small room. At that moment she starts off the conversation by asking me how much I was really interested in having this procedure done. I answered, «Yes, I really want to do this. I wanted to do this for a long time now.» Erica went on to inform me that they were offering a promotion. She continued to say that if I really want this promotion I need put a $ 300 deposit. She also continued to inform me that by putting a $ 300 deposit today; it would allow the doctor to give me a full eye exam and an appointment for the procedure. She also informed me that if I decided not to put the $ 300 deposit down today and decide to come back at a later date then I would not qualify for any promotions and would have to pay the full price. She also stated that I can cancel any time before the schedule appointment procedure and can get my $ 300 deposit back.
I this point I was a bit confused. I have been sitting in front of Erica no more than a minute and I’m already being asked for money. I began to wonder is this the actual free consultation? So, I asked her. I said, «So if I want to continue the next step is an eye exam but I need to put down a $ 300.00 deposit». Erica said, «Correct. Because, we can’t just start giving out free eye exams. It cost $ 175.00 for an eye exam».
I wanted to ask more questions, «I was told that I have a stigmatism. » She looked at some papers and said, «Yes, you do.» Then I asked her, «What is a stigmatism?» She said, «Something, that interferes with your vision.» I’m thinking ok, she did not answer my question.
I asked her another question, «Has this place ever had any problems with this procedure? Has anyone ever complained?» She responded by saying, «Well I had my eyes done about 20 years ago and that was when things weren’t as good as it is today.» Once again she did not answer my question.
I was not satisfied and wanted to ask more questions. «What kind of equipment is used? Are all laser eye procedures the same?» I asked. Erica responded, «We use the best, our doctor uses the latest up to date technology. Once again I felt like my question was not being fully answered or avoided.
She went on to inform me that the doctor that performs the procedure is one of the best. He has studied and learned from a doctor that started using this type of laser procedure when it first came out. This doctor specializes in only this area. There was only one thing that Erica simply forgot to mention. Who was this doctor? What was his name or was he really a she?
Then Erica continues, «So what do you want to do? Are you going to put down the $ 300 deposit? I informed her I just can’t put down a $ 300 deposit. I have to see exactly what this procedure is all about and I have to discuss this financially with my husband. She then goes on to inform me that she will give me some time to think about it and she leaves the room, but before she leaves she points out that I have to decide today whether or not to put the $ 300 deposit in order for me to get the promotion.
I sat there for a few seconds and thought wow what a scam. I’m outta here. I walked out of the room went to the front desk spoke to the receptionist and informed her that I was leaving. She then said to wait a minute and she proceeded to go to the back to find Erica. The receptionist returned without Erica and said, «Ok, then.» Then I left. I guess Erica was too busy trying to get money off someone else to say good bye.
Personally, Erica is not to blame. She was very polite. It seems very obvious that she was doing exactly what the doctors and staff at PANNU trained her to do.
I got inside my car drove off extremely discouraged about the whole situation and upset because I wish they would have informed me what exactly this so call free consultation was really about before wasting my time today. Wow, what a scam! At this point, I completely don’t trust the PANNU LASER & VISION INSTITUTE. I am going to make sure I let ALL my friends and family know DON’T TRUST the doctors or the staff at the PANNU because their number one concern is money.

Had my LASIK done here a few months ago. I see perfectly now. Wish I did it sooner. The surgery was easy and painless. Dr was nice. Very happy and recommend.

The office is very nice and clean. I was recommended by my friend. She had a painless and great experience with them which is what won me over.
I had a terrible experience with them but the result is awesome.
Why terrible?
–Well first, I am no drug addict but if someone is going to cut a flap off my eyes with a puncher then put a red laser to my eyes, then it would be nice to be given some anti-​anxiety med bc I was alert throughout the procedure. How nerve wracking is that??? And no, squeezing a teddy bear that they gave me doesn’t help.
–Second, I was the last appointment before they went off to lunch. They asked me if I wanted to stay and rest for a lil bit or go home and rest. I rather go to the comfort of my own home so I went home. When I got home, my eyes were in so much painnn!!! I called Pannu’s office and NO ONE PICKED UP! They didn’t even give me an emergency number. It was awful. I was given a sleeping med before the procedure so I cried myself to sleep before it kicked in. =*(
In the brighter note, my result was awesome (and to this day, it still is!!), although I have a few dry eyes here and there but it’s fine. I’m just glad I never have to do this again bc it was not fun.
My LASIK procedure was done in 2011. Hopefully you don’t experienced what I’ve experienced which is why I would rate this place between a 3−4stars. I think Pannu is a great doctor, very knowledgable, and knows what he is doing. The staff is okay.
Plenty of parking. Finding the location can be tricky bc it’s on SR84 and if you missed the road to turn in, then you would have to go all the way around. Good luck!