Alumni Testimonials
Alumni Testimonials
"I was motivated to have laser eye surgery so I would not have to deal with the sore eyes I got from contacts and the hassle of putting contacts in and taking them out. I like the idea of having better eyesight for the rest of my life without the help of glasses or contacts. Everything was explained to me and I was treated "first class" the entire time. My treatment was professionally done from beginning to end. My experience at Furlong Vision Correction was great. It was everything I expected plus some. I would trust no one else, but Dr. Furlong with something so important to me as my eyes!"
Richard Mulrooney
SJ Earthquakes player, 2001 MLS Champion
I was attached to my glasses and contact lenses for nearly 15 years, and was unable to even think of going somewhere or doing something without them. Dr. Furlong performed my LASIK with the utmost of care and with fantastic results. After seeing 20/400 for years, Dr. Furlong corrected my eyes so that I now see 20/15. Even a year and a half after surgery, not a day goes by that I don't think how happy I am that I had LASIK. I no longer have to squint to see road signs, worry about contacts popping out unexpectedly, or carry my glasses with me whenever I go on a trip. I just got my Scuba certification, and it was doubly exciting to know that I will never have to fear a lens washing out underwater. I can't say enough good things about LASIK, or about Dr. Furlong. He is personable, approachable, and cares about his patients. He worked with me to give me an incredible outcome, and freed me from a life of dependency on contacts and glasses. I have, and will continue to recommend him to family and friends.
Amanda Thomas
Office Manager
"I have recommended Dr. Furlong to many, many people and I say why take any risk with your eyes. I came in for surgery and my eyes were examined. I watched another surgery take place. I simply sat in the chair, had my surgery done, felt good about it, and went home. The next time I removed the protective covers to see was the following morning. And I just went driving. It is really an emotional, tearful time. I can't believe it. I actually have eyes that can see now. The emotional experience was only second to having my first child."
Steve Wozniak
Apple Computer Co-founder
Cheryl Hoffman had laser vision correction surgery on August 10th and now says "I can't recall a happier time in my life." She shared with us how the surgery had changed her life. "Being able to see without correction is the best. The thing that really made it worth going through is that I can now snuggle with my boyfriend without poking him with the corner of my glasses or having to take them off. I feel that this is truly the best thing that I have ever done for myself and I would do it again in a heartbeat. Your staff is so incredible. They made me feel special and comfortable, especially at surgery time. "Dr. Furlong, again thank you for everything. You have definitely found your calling as an eye surgeon. Great work and thank you for my visual freedom." 20/20 for the first time in 20 years.
Cheryl Hoffman
"LASIK surgery is a piece of cake. It has made such a difference in my day-to-day activities. Life is good". My vision was 20/20 just a few hours after surgery. I was bugging my friend and telling her you have to get rid of your glasses now. She did not want to tell me that she went to another doctor and he was considerably cheaper. The price to have her eyes corrected was very, very low. In fact, it was unheard of. And it was unheard of because it was not really true. She went in to have her eye appointment and to sign on the dotted line, when she finds out it was going to be $800 more than she was told on the telephone. So to make a long story short, she did not do it and I sent her to see Dr. Furlong."
Lissa Kreisler
Bay Area Personality
Although my contacts served me fairly well, there is no comparison to the clear, crisp vision I experience since my LASIK procedure - and without the discomfort and inconvenience of contact lenses or glasses. I was impressed with Dr. Furlong's kind, caring attitude and also very confident with his extensive expertise in refractive surgery. His experience and knowledge allow him to put his patients totally at ease and be well prepared for a successful laser vision correction experience. Dr. Furlong's experience and knowledge, and his obvious love of this specialty, were deciding factors in my decision.
Sharyn Perea
Jeweler
"Many doctors do laser surgery now for vision correction and the training differences vary from some who have done a weekend course and started doing a few procedures to people with fellowship training. Dr. Furlong had a fellowship and his case numbers were in the thousands and that gave me a lot of comfort. Not only does Dr. Furlong have the training, he has also been through the learning curve. My vision is 20/15 now."
Dr. Jay Pruzansky
Surgeon
"I decided to have laser eye surgery, because I was tired of the hassle of contact lenses, especially when playing sports and worrying about them being knocked out. A couple of times before games, my contacts were blurred and it would mess with my head. After having laser vision correction, I will no longer have to worry about blurry vision.
Scott Bower
SJ Earthquakes player, 2001 MLS Champion
Dear Dr. Tooma & Staff,
Two months ago, I received CustomLASIK with Intralase,and I can honestly say I have never been happier in my life!
I began wearing glasses in the third grade. While I enjoyed stylish fashion choices in glasses over the years, it wasn't until I removed them, that I discovered the most stylish choice of all was my eyes alone. Even my "Kevin & Bean" and KROQ family, whom I have known for over six years, commented they were seeing my face for the first time.
It's the accumulation of everyday conveniences of CustomLASIK you notice first. The subtle ways your life is made dramatically more convenient either while driving, working out, shopping or reading/watching television.
My vision is now better than 20/20; it's actually 20/15.
The greatest comfort is my entire surgery and recovery process happened exactly as I hoped it would. No complications, no surprises, only a textbook outcome. Not to mention, I was given the office teddy bear to hold during my entire surgery. No patient detail or creature comfort too small!
Thank you Dr. Tooma!
Sincerely,
Alex Warren
"The Kevin & Bean Show"
The World Famous KROQ 106.7FM
Dear Dr. Tooma and Staff,
I'm writing to thank you for the wonderful experience I had at TLC, and more importantly, the excellent results of my Custom Lasik Surgery.
I started wearing reading glasses about 6 years ago and I'd noticed in the past couple of years that I was having to wear my glasses more and more - to do my laundry, open my mail, use my remote control. In other words, I was a year or two away from having to wear glasses all the time. Luckily for me, I found TLC. The first thing I did after my surgery? Throw away my glasses.
I was very impressed with the personal care I received at TLC and was surprised and pleased that the procedure and recovery were so quick and painless.
I can't tell you how great it is to be able to pick up a magazine, newspaper or menu and start reading without a second thought. My only regret is that I didn't do this earlier!
Thank you Dr. Tooma!
Sincerely,
Lisa May
"The Kevin & Bean Show"
The World Famous KROQ 106.7FM
"I was wonderfully surprised with my Lasik surgery. I had postponed the whole idea because it was frightening to think of someone messing with my eyes. I am sad now I procrastinated so long. It is wonderful to be able to read without glasses. My whole experience with laser eye surgery was great. Dr. Tooma was wonderful and considerate in answering all my questions. The staff was incredibly friendly and made me feel safe and secure. Thank you for the wonderful job you did."
Kenton Beshore
Senior Pastor,
Mariners Church, Newport Beach
An Angel with Vision... A Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
TLC Laser Eye Centers and Dr. Thomas S. Tooma welcome Jarrod Washburn, starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, to the TLC family of patients. Jarrod joins fellow athletes and TLC patients Se Ri Pak, Fred Funk, Laura Davies, Rodney Peete and Tiger Woods.
Jarrod Washburn
starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
"I could not have asked for a better experience. Your staff was very professional. I have already passed out six of your brochures with high recommendations to friends and co workers. Thank you Dr. Tooma, I can see!"
Erik Salter
July 2005
Celebrity Patients of TLC Southern California
Click here to view a video interview with Loretta Sanchez, Kenny Bernstein, and Troy Glaus.
 "I have probably worn contacts or glasses since I was about seven or eight years old..." Troy Glaus, 3rd Baseman, Anaheim Angels |
 "In our speed where things are traveling so fast...you'd better be able to see..." Kenny Bernstein, Racecar Driver |
 "My vision was very bad. I couldn't wear contacts..." Loretta Sanchez, Congresswoman |
Thanks for the super service during my recent LASIK surgery. I can not say enough about the way you put me at ease and the final results. It came out better than I ever could imagine.
Best Wishes,
Paul Dellagato
FOX - 13 News
I want to thank you and your entire staff at TLC Laser Eye Center in Tampa for the outstanding treatment given to me during my laser eye surgery. You folks are first class and made me feel so much at ease. You are a class act!
Please know that I will recommend you for the rest of my life. If there is anything more I can do for you on this end, please do not hesitate to call.
With warmest regards,
Jay A. Garner
President and CEO - Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce
It's like a child seeing Disney World for the first time. What I saw the first day after surgery was awesome! I saw the street signs clearly for the first time since childhood. I strongly recommend TLC; they gave me a new lease on life. I can play softball with my three kids without having my glasses fogging up, and I rolled my first 300 game bowling!
Tedd Webb
News Radio 970 WFLA, Tampa, Florida
After wearing glasses and contacts for more than 2 decades, I was very excited about the idea of a quick "zap" that would mean clear vision for the rest of my life. My job as a T.V. Reporter means some early mornings, and some situations where contact lenses just don't work, like at smokey fires, or hurricanes. Having a stash of re-wetting solution nearby was not feasible. I am now, about 1-year "post op" and I love waking up with clear vision. I can swim, take a shower, and run to the set with a late-breaking story, without worrying if my eyes are going to cause me trouble. When I see people struggling with their contacts, or wiping smudges from their glasses. I cannot help but tell them the LASIK story. I feel I owe it to them to share my experiences. My slogan is "10 minutes in the chair, a lifetime of sight."
Peter Bernard
WFLA-TV News Channel 8
"I want to express my profound gratitude for your expertise in performing LASIK surgery on my eyes 3 months ago. I had worn glasses or contact lenses for the past 30 years, and I now have perfect "20/20" vision! As a cardiac surgeon, my eyes and my hands are my tools, and now thanks to you I can continue to perform heart surgery with great precision and excellence.
Ira L. Seigman
M.D., Surgeon
"I see 20/20 without glasses or contacts. I'm free of glasses after 22 years. LASIK was easier than I thought and the results are better than I expected. I wish other ailments could be cured so quickly, safely and effectively."
Jim Badman
MD, Bardmoor Family Care, Largo, FL
"The results of LASIK are just short of miraculous. I am thrilled with the clarity and quality of my vision, and awestruck by Dr. Peter Shriver's superb skill as a refractive surgeon."
Dr. Nevin Phillips
Optometrist