The LASIK Surgeon Trusted by Professional Athletes and Peers

Breakthrough Technology

Utilizing the most recent innovations in the field of laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, Dr. Andrew E. Holzman can restore your vision and in many cases, eliminate your dependence on corrective lenses.

Advanced Treatment

A Highly Trained & Board-Certified Surgeon

If you are nearsighted, farsighted, or have astigmatism, corrective lenses are a necessity in order to perform your daily tasks. Contact lenses and glasses are trusted solutions but need to be replaced periodically as your prescription changes. Contact lenses also require maintenance that can be a hassle, and take precious time out of your day. LASIK eye surgery performed by Dr. Holzman at one of our five locations in Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia can correct your vision, virtually eliminating your dependence on contact lenses and glasses.

Take the first step towards achieving clearer vision for good. Contact our practice online or call (703) 556-9155 to schedule an appointment.

Pro Athletes Trust Dr. Holzman

Wilson Ramos

The MLB catcher has 20/15 vision and has experienced improved stats following LASIK.

Kirk Cousins

Quarterback Kirk Cousins enjoys 20/15 vision after his LASIK procedure.

John Lannan

Pitcher John Lannan has 20/15 vision after having LASIK surgery.

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Improving Athletes' Careers

As a professional athlete, your vision needs to be crystal clear. LASIK surgeon Dr. Andrew E. Holzman has helped thousands of patients, including select professional athletes, achieve outstanding vision. MLB catcher Wilson Ramos needs to be able to focus on baseballs traveling towards him at speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour. Professional pitchers Craig Stammen and John Lannon need to see fine detail in order to make their pitches hone in on the right location. Dr. Holzman provided these major leaguers laser eye surgery to make the vision correction necessary to support the successful careers of these players. When NFL star quarterback Kirk Cousins noticed his eyesight could be better, he trusted Dr. Holzman to give him a competitive edge by significantly improving his vision with LASIK surgery.

Meet Dr. Holzman

Dr. Andrew E. Holzman is a leader in vision correction surgery. Throughout his 25 years of experience, he has performed over 80,000 LASIK, PRK, and other ophthalmologic procedures. Through these various procedures, Dr. Holzman has helped many of his patients achieve better than 20/20 vision. His innovative techniques have been used as a benchmark for other eye surgeons throughout the country. Dr. Holzman is a board-certified ophthalmologist, and also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a member of the National Clinical Advisory Board of TLC Laser Eye Centers and has been featured on ABC's Good Morning America for his expertise in vision correction surgery. He is regularly called upon by fellow eye doctors to perform their refractive surgery. This trust by his peers is a clear indicator that when it comes to refractive surgery, Dr. Holzman is highly regarded as one of the best specialists in the nation.

“Your vision is irreplaceable, and I want to help you not only maintain your eyesight, but significantly improve it. ”
Dr. Andrew E. Holzman

Leader

“My name is Kirk Cousins, quarterback for the Washington Redskins and I’m a patient of Dr. Holzman’s and the TLC LASIK center. I had LASIK surgery... They did an outstanding job with me and my fiancee and we’re both seeing great. Thank you.”
Kirk Cousins

TLC Laser Eye Centers

State-of-the-Art Facilities

If you are considering a refractive procedure like LASIK or PRK, or any of our numerous vision treatment options, it is important to find a surgery center where you feel the most comfortable. Dr. Holzman always puts the patient first, and each treatment plan is developed specifically for your vision correction goals. He has dedicated his career to refractive surgery but is more than just a LASIK surgeon. Dr. Holzman is a board-certified ophthalmologist and a corneal specialist. His background of extensive surgical experience in cataract surgeries and corneal transplants means Dr. Holzman has the ability to handle the most difficult cases, even those that have been rejected by less experienced LASIK surgeons.

Our state-of-the-art surgery centers in Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas offer the most technologically advanced equipment available in order to produce the highest-quality results possible. Your comfort and safety are paramount to Dr. Holzman, and our team prides ourselves in our commitment to the quality of your personal care. The TLC team is made up of dedicated professionals who will work hard to ensure that you receive the highest level of quality care in a welcoming environment.

Contact one of our surgery centers in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C., online or call us at (703) 556-9155 to book an appointment today.

National Recognition

Norah O'Donnell, Co-Anchor of CBS This Morning

"You are the most amazing doctor! The LASIK surgery has changed my life - what an eye opening experience. Absolutely love your whole team- the best in the business! Thank you!"

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A Full Spectrum of Care

At TLC Eye Centers, based out of Washington, D.C., we believe in offering a full spectrum of vision correction procedures so you can enjoy life to the fullest. We specialize in LASIK, PRK, and a number of other refractive surgeries to suit your individual needs.

Our Lifetime Commitment to You

At TLC Laser Eye Centers, we believe in providing continuing care for your vision, which is why we started the TLC Lifetime Commitment program. If you received vision correction surgery at any one of our TLC locations, and you require additional treatment to preserve your quality of vision, clinically qualified patients can undergo a same-technology enhancement procedure at no charge.

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We offer several procedures and implement advanced technology, including:

Featured Procedures

LASIK

The most commonly performed refractive surgery, LASIK gently reshapes the cornea to provide crisper, clearer vision. LASIK can be performed during a single office visit and the procedure only takes about 10 minutes per eye. LASIK can correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Complications are very rare, especially when performed by an industry leader such as Dr. Holzman, but the most common side effect is dry eyes. Laser eye surgery causes a temporary decrease in tear production, so the use of eye drops can help with the symptoms of dry eye.

PRK Surgery

PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) is a refractive surgery that is an excellent alternative to LASIK for patients with thin corneas and certain lifestyle restrictions. PRK was the first laser eye surgery developed for vision correction and is the predecessor of LASIK. PRK has a longer recovery time compared to LASIK, but offers patients who may not qualify a way to correct their vision so they should no longer have to rely on glasses or contact lenses. Like LASIK, side effects are rare but you may experience discomfort for a couple of days after treatment.

Cutting-Edge Technology

Benefit from More Comfortable & Precise Treatment

Dr. Holzman always maintains the latest and most advanced refractive laser technologies and treatments available in the field of keratomileusis today. This allows him to offer each patient the widest range of procedures, which results in unique care for each individual set of eyes. Perhaps the most innovative breakthrough in technology to-date is Contoura Vision. Using topography-guided laser vision correction, Contoura Vision allows ophthalmologists to provide the most precise enhancement available. Each patient is carefully examined in order to determine the most beneficial method of correction.

“I'm giving them 5 stars because the whole experience was phenomenal. Dr. Holzman was my surgeon. And yes! He was incredible. He was calm and you just know he knows what he's doing.”
Andrew R

Specialized Vision Correction Options

IntraLase

The IntraLase FS Laser offers a revolution in the first step of LASIK surgery. Traditional LASIK requires that the corneal flap be made with a surgical blade known as a microkeratome. The IntraLase laser presents a computer-controlled alternative to the microkeratome, creating the flap by precisely delivering laser energy to the outer surface of the cornea. The advanced tool allows LASIK patients to avoid possible complications related to the use of s surgical blade and experience a shorter recovery. In addition, Dr. Holzman can create a flap that is customized to the patient's specific vision correction needs. He uses the IntraLase system during LASIK eye surgery at all of our medical centers.

Contoura Vision

Another advancement in LASIK technology, Contoura Vision provides exceptional results while minimizing the risk of side effects. Contoura Vision is a topography-guided laser vision correction that reshapes the cornea to an incredibly precise degree. The diagnostic capabilities of Contoura Vision can identify the most minute imperfections in the corneal tissue to provide your eyes with an improved focusing surface. Dr. Holzman will run a series of eye scans to determine if you are a good candidate for Contoura Vision during your LASIK treatment.

Treatment for Keratoconus

Keratoconus results in nearsightedness and other vision issues due to weakening of the corneal tissue, which allows the cornea to bulge outward. A chronic corneal condition, it can be managed with the right treatment or combination of treatments but there may be a point when corrective eyewear such as glasses and contact lenses are no longer effective. Dr. Holzman can help you understand keratoconus, and determine the best way to help you maintain your vision. Our practice offers advanced treatment options, such as corneal cross-linking, so patients can achieve lasting results and an improved quality of life.

Corneal Implants

Intacs offer an exciting breakthrough in the treatment of keratoconus. In advanced cases of the disease, Dr. Holzman may recommend placing these corneal implants during a surgical procedure in order to safely reshape your cornea. Keratoconus causing a progressive bulging of the front of the eye, so Intacs are designed to flatten the surface of the cornea. The treatment has shown an incredibly high success rate and can provide life-changing effects for the right patients.

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Choose A Location

Your vision is important to us, and we want to make your treatment and care as convenient as possible.

Our practice features five locations throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., to best serve your needs:

TLC Laser Eye Centers, alongside Dr. Holzman, have developed a reputation for excellence, which has spread throughout the tri-state area. Thousands of patients are experiencing an improved quality of life after undergoing vision correction surgery with us.

Contact us online to schedule a consultation or call (703) 556-9155 to learn more about our services.

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