Your eye has a clear lens through which light passes, allowing you to see. When the lens loses its transparency, the cloudy tissue that develops is known as a cataract.

Dr. Galanis is the first and only surgeon in St. Louis to perform no-shot, no-stitch, no-patch micro-incision cataract surgery.

Cataracts cause progressive, painless loss of vision. The lens clouds naturally as we age, so people over the age of 65 usually see a gradual reduction of vision. No one is exactly sure what causes cataracts. In younger people they can result from an injury, certain medications, or illnesses such as diabetes. Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light may also play a role in the formation of cataracts. Studies have also shown that people who smoke cigarettes have a higher risk of developing cataracts than non-smokers.

Although cataracts usually develop without apparent pain, some indications that a cataract may be forming are:

"It's hard to believe at age 78 that I will no longer need glasses or contacts to read the phone book and newspaper. (I also have taken 10 strokes off my golf game). The colors are vivid and I can now drive at night! Thank you, Dr. Galanis.

-Richard Baseler

"The 2 multifocal cataract surgeries were a wonderful success - no pain. The results were truly a blessing. I can see all of the colors of the beautiful world we live in. Dr. Galanis' hands and skill are truly a gift from God."

-Donald Conte

"The results of my cataract surgery and the implanted ReSTOR® Multifocal lens have been so remarkable. To be able to see so well at a distance, read fine print, and see all the wonderful colors of life has been like a miracle to me. The surgery was so quick and everyone so pleasant and efficient. My heartfelt thanks to Dr. Galanis and all the staff."

-Mary Lou Tucker