Experience the freedom of clear vision and leave behind the hassle of glasses and contacts. At Washington University LASIK Surgery Center in St. Louis, we’re not just correcting vision—we’re transforming lives. With state-of-the-art laser technology and compassionate, patient-centered care, we’re dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes that help you see the world like never before.
Our Experience
When it comes to your vision, experience matters. Dr. Stephen Wexler has dedicated over 25 years to changing lives through refractive surgery, with more than 70,000 LASIK procedures performed. His skill and precision have helped thousands of patients see the world with clarity and confidence.
For over two decades, Dr. Wexler and Dr. Polk have partnered as a trusted refractive surgery team. Together, they combine expertise, innovation, and care to guide you on your journey to life-changing vision.
Our Technology
Your vision is as unique as you are, and at Washington University, we’re dedicated to helping you see the world more clearly. Using advanced bladeless laser technology, we perform every LASIK procedure with precision and care, delivering results that transform lives.
For those who qualify, topography-guided LASIK takes personalization to the next level. This breakthrough technology not only corrects nearsightedness and astigmatism but also refines subtle imperfections, enhancing night vision and contrast clarity. Imagine the freedom and confidence of sharper, clearer vision—crafted just for you.
*Not everyone is a candidate for topography-guided LASIK
Our Outcomes
Your safety, satisfaction, and success are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we go above and beyond, using the latest diagnostic advancements like epithelial mapping to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Epithelial mapping is a cutting-edge tool that allows us to carefully assess if LASIK is the right choice for you, helping us protect your vision by identifying those who may be at higher risk for complications. With this personalized approach, we’re committed to providing life-changing results while prioritizing your long-term eye health.
Meet Our Physicians
Experience Matters.
Trust your eyes to our expert team.
Washington University LASIK Surgery Center Medical Director Stephen Wexler, MD and Clinical Director Eric Polk, OD, FAAO.
Stephen A. Wexler, MD
Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
- Email: swexler@nospam.wustl.edu
Medical Director Washington University LASIK Surgery Center
Eric Polk, OD, FAAO
Staff Optometrist, Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
- Email: polk@nospam.wustl.edu
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Location
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- Physical Address: 450 North New Ballas Suite 265 Creve Coeur MO 63141
- Phone: (855)73-LASIK
- Fax: 314-410-1055
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Please call our office at (855)73-LASIK or send us an email at LASIK@wustl.edu.
About WashU Medicine
WashU Medicine is a global leader in academic medicine, including biomedical research, patient care and educational programs with 2,900 faculty. Its National Institutes of Health (NIH) research funding portfolio is the second largest among U.S. medical schools and has grown 56% in the last seven years. Together with institutional investment, WashU Medicine commits well over $1 billion annually to basic and clinical research innovation and training. Its faculty practice is consistently within the top five in the country, with more than 1,900 faculty physicians practicing at 130 locations and who are also the medical staffs of Barnes-Jewish and St. Louis Children’s hospitals of BJC HealthCare. WashU Medicine has a storied history in MD/PhD training, recently dedicated $100 million to scholarships and curriculum renewal for its medical students, and is home to top-notch training programs in every medical subspecialty as well as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and audiology and communications sciences.