The receptionist asked me to fill out a questionaire asking me to rate my personality from easy-going to perfectionist and some other strange questions. She totally misrepresented as she is actually the senior class representative for ESIS on behalf of Ace American Insurance company. of actual lens put in your eye, both left and right. The ophthalmologist said they dont even sell these lens in their practice because of the terrible results. I flew to Oklahoma City from Denver to spend a month helping her and talking with specialists. This review was chosen algorithmically as the most valued customer feedback. I could only see the left side of the screen with both eyes. And I still don't wear them but I feel it is going to happen. The Crystal Light Synthetic Ingredient Class Action Lawsuit is Noohi v. The Kraft Heinz Company, Case No. At first computer distance was perfect and near vision was acceptable but far was still myopic. I was screwed by several, I have 20/400 vision R eye since 2009. It was OK to see far for just a bit could not read at all but then I ended up losing eye sight completely one day when I woke up to nothing but fog. I'm disappointed in my opthalmologist whom has now turned me over to "the best" as he referred him. everyone who reads comments on this board is familiar with what the doctor tells you to expect after the surgery. Through this website this is such a common occurrence, the doctor also rewrote his notes when he When I drive at night the halos are worse then when I had cataracts! Boy was I wrong! Need 20 plus people with crystal lens implant issues for class action law suit if interested email zadehabas@yahoo.com. From the beginning my eyesight has been bad, plus after 9 years I still see starbursts and experience a kaleidoscope effect. They gave me the run around until the statute of limitations ran out. When I go in the grocery stores or any store with florescent lights it is almost unbearable! I totally agree. I am a nurse and I rely on good vision. The laser was suppose to reflect the same as the contact, but now the near vision is even worse. I use special drops in the morning and before bed. I asked what the side effects are and the doctor said none. Im 2016 had it implanted. It was my mistake that I trusted him. Did you get message just now re: the fact that I learned of recall and class action. (We talk on the phone daily). Apparently no one cares but us. I was shocked to learn about the miracle lenses--not paid for my Medicare--hat I could buy-- I thought I was just getting regular Medicare cataract operation--I was sold on the CrystaLens--she told me that I would have full vision the lens adjusts for distance-computer reading and for reading-- and I MIGHT need glasses--AT NIGHT--Reading a Menue--in a dark restaurant-- if I got both eyes fixed with these miracle lenses. Totally disappointed with the misrepresentation. Distance was a problem. They were fixable but I had had it so I returned them to the office that had provided them. hv. Using both eyes makes me dizzy! Had crystal lens implanted 2012, both eyes. 2015 I would do anything to have my God given lenses back. $15,000 epic failure for me. You would have to know from your chart what those numbers are. Doc said I had some debris or scar tissue floating about, so wanted to do laser. 3rd time isn't likely to be any better? It is now three years later and my eye sight has never been worse. Facsimile: (212) 355-9592 . Yet I "was a good candidate" I paid $6, 000 because my insurance would not pay anything on the lens if I chose anything other than the standard. For the next two years after I had the Crystalens lenses installed, all was well and my vision, both near and far. I am 34 and have had a very weak eye all of my life. Then I went to another opthalmologist who said he did not use the Bosch & Lomb lens. He did a laser surgery that day and put it back in place. This doctor, however, is highly regarded in the ophthalmology field. I too had crystalens sales pitch, they won!! Now I wish I had left it alone and suffered through glasses and a weakened eye. WebA settlement has been reached in the class action lawsuit against car manufacturer Subaru that alleged that the windshields of certain vehicles were prone to cracking. Just more expensive and appears to be taking advantage of people. Implant works for distance, ok midrange, forget close, a mono lense I was told from a second doctor would have worked just as well. Why would they need to do this if they were accommodation lenses? I had Crystalense about 4 yrs ago in both eyes. Class actions in U.S. district courts are regulated by federal laws like the Class Action Fairness Act of 2005 (CAFA), which allows any class action About 2 years ago I finally had enough money to do cataract surgery so I could get the best lenses for my eyes. Bausch and Lomb takes no responsibility. Instructions for Downloading Viewers and Players. I didn't have what most of you talk about vision wise, but I've felt sick, dizzy, and tired from day one. 250 Hudson Street, 8th Floor New York, NY 10013-1413 . $$$$$$$$$ I have spent so much money out of pocket it's rediculous. This is a bad product. The only thing that works is closing my eyes for 15 minutes and then don't look at you phone and all is well. Bausch and Lomb ended up getting a hold of a few other doctors to help fix the Z-Syndrome because the Dr. that put it in could not fix the lens, which took about another week of pain and not seeing. After visiting EIGHT eye doctors, including the best that Emory University has to offer four in Charlotte and the original surgeon, no one could explain [or would state] what was happening. WebMany problems with Crystalens. dc. WebHomeowner files class action lawsuit to stop smart meters. I've been beating myself up cause it was completely elective. My eye's are worse than they were before the ReSTOR procedure! My wife and myself had both eyes done by the same Dr.. She had the regular lens, covered by the insurance, and the results were very good. Her new doc thinks the crystalens should be removed as it does not perform as it claims and is no better than any other lens. No materials from this website may be copied, reproduced, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any way. The lawyers say I can not sue the doctor unless he made a mistake. The Doctor said everything was ok with my eye and can't figure out why my left eye (for near vision) wont focus. Finally the eye surgeon agreed to exchange the right eye after I agreed not to sue him. I tried my best to fight the doctor, res hospital, crystalens company and like all us peeons i lost. Best advice; know your risk and really do your homework. When I arrived, I was SHOCKED at how frail she looked as it had only been a year since I had seen her. And if this all fails then he will change both to far 6 weeks later. I never received any notification at all regarding this. Because the Crystalens is so flexible, its possible for it to go into an anterior flexed position that leaves the patient 1.5 D myopic. Language Assistance Available: Espaol | | Ting Vit | | Tagalog | | | Kreyl Ayisyen | Franais | Polski | Portugus | Italiano | Deutsch | | | English, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 7.55. On Sept. 4, 2013 the exchange was done with a Alcon monofocal lens and within 8 hours she could see clearly and the light sensitivity was much improved. both eye's ache constantly! Don't waste your money on Crystalens. I have not had any problem with up-close vision, but my distance vision has become very bad, especially at night or in any area where there isn't good lighting. Very disappointed. examination. My doctor put me in the 1% failure catagory to justify his greed. Just came from the eye doctor once again and I was told there was nothing they could do for my eyes anymore to correct the issue of my lenses being out of place because of the restriction pushing the lenses into a Z pattern. What is the failure ratio when using products from other companies ? Paid $6000 extra. I'm in the same boat. WebA New Jersey-based debt-collection business and its law firm have agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit that alleged they abused the New York City civil court system. I wish I had taken action that first year against the doctor and lense manufacturer. Then YAG for both eyes which accomplished nothing! If you are planning on buying crystal lens or any sort of accommodation lense save yourself the 4000$, Stick to the soft lense. She has never been depressed or a hypochondriac in her life! I have not seen a clear day for almost 3 years. What a mistake! The rings come away from the light what looks to be 6 feet in circumference. This company cannot continue to sell defective products and ignore the law. I live in California WebHernia Mesh Lawsuits Attorneys working with ClassAction.org are currently speaking with patients who experienced complications following hernia mesh surgery, including severe pain, dangerous infections and other serious problems that led to second surgeries to remove or replace the mesh. In June 2019 HAD to give up my job as school administrator, 6 years earlier than planned. My vision has become worse, blurry and feels like I have a Vaseline film in my eyes all the time. I never heard the Crystalens until my eye doctor insisted how wonderful it is and I would be a wonderful candidate. After talking to my doctor I felt as though I was the only one having a problem with Crystalens.. Ive only had these for seven years and was never told that they could NOT be removed. Left eye just as bad. Did need the other eye. I wear a patch quite often over my right eye, especially when trying to read, because it is so distorted. I didn't want my husband to be mad if I had ruined my investment towards perfect vision by tanning in a tanning bed) . I've had a visceral tear, which I was told is common with Crystalense, and have floaters all the time in one eyes. It did not help my problem! He said my cornea was rigid, smaller than the crystalens and I have dry eyes that's why I have problem with the crystalens. I am now about 3 weeks out of surgery and am being told that they can LASER my eye to correct the sight. My original surgeon that I paid $8000 to, over and above my insurance coverage, on my follow up basically slapped me on my butt and said see you in year? Letters were supposed to be sent to patients that the lot may or were defective. I regret it to this day! I went to several doctors and finally Dr. Kahook at the University of Colorado asked me if I had a hard time seeing. My distance vision is good. Your password has been sent to the specified email address. Accommodation is a JOKE. I was better off prior to cataract surgery. The doctor's office even tried to say I had a pre -existing condition of dry eyes. I think everyone who has had a problem with the crystalen should band together, there is strength in numbers, and we have better results if there are a lot of people complaining. nf. Now the close range is gone and this is inherent of these lens, which I found out from UPMC eye clinic. Crystalens Accommodating Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lens PMA No. Left eye first, right second. I am really tired of taking time off from work to hear the same thing over and over, that everything looks good, and I can't expect it to be perfect, which is what the surgeon says when I tell him it's worse than before the surgery. My right eye is always irritated & mostly blurry. I followed the directions and nothing changed! I have had 7 surgeries on it now and he does not want to touch it anymore. This comment was posted by a verified customer. Unfortunately, it's just a business, an upsell, like leather seats on a car, if you have money to burn go for it since the results in most cases aren't worse, but not really better either, just the card in my wallet says I spent more money than you did, what a sad badge of honor. What is with the brochures and professional comments "if you are hard to please the Crystalens may not be for you". Has anyone checked about the removal of the frigging substandard Crystalens implant ! No waist your money or chance of complications on this procedure. I have been unable to get a working prescription since the surgery because the lens will not hold position so my vision varies multiple times during an exam. I can still read & see the pc fine, but all the clearness & sharpness I had for distance has not came back & now am noticing a flash of lights on the side, the right eye, of course. I had it put in by Dr Stephen Slade in Houston, TX who was supposed to be the best. Very worry about losing more vision I already have the laser done on both eyes and instead getting better it got worse, don't know what to do. DON'T BUY THEIR PRODUCTS / NOT ANY OF THEM // NOT EVEN DROPS! I hope this post saves someone else the misery that I deal with every day and got to pay for the priviledge. The rings come away from the light what looks to be 6 feet in circumference. CrystaLens has ruined my eyes. I just had both eyes down at age 31 didn't get the Crystal lens thank god. I had both eyes done with Crystalens and they done work. Of course they cost $600. I have to wear glasses for any reading and computer work which is minimally 6 hrs a day. Thanks a lot! You may hear Dr. Santamaria on this radio interview: https://youtu.be/YElRT6h7Kwc. Her sister had called me, concerned that she was dying. I am beginning to agree with everyone else!. I went to his office as an emergency in pain and he had his assistant put numb drops in for the pain and did not really say anything about the situation beside to keep putting drops in my eye and come back to see him in the next day or two. Well, I found out that he didn't, because she became worried from too many folks having problems with their Crystalens. The cost of Crystalens was $7, 000 and yet I needed a yag procedure--one eye done at $700. may be worth checking it out. I will back to this site to see if we have a number of people who agree with me.Jackie. The eye surgeon denies everything, of course. I think the doctors are excellent surgeons but I don't believe that the diagnostic processes are sophisticated enough to identify patients who will benefit from an accommodating lens. Most people in this page complain about implants inserted via surgery; a class-action lawsuit requires a few more issues than 10 or 20 bad stories over the world; and it would also require deep investigations to proove that the problem comes from the implant, and that the doctor putting the implant in the eye did his job 100% perfectly. The deterioration of my eye sight is so acute that the eye surgeon delayed the lazer tretment today and sent me to a macular specialist. His exact words were; I will have you reading a restaurant menu at arms length with minimal lighting. I too need help and advise regarding to this matter. It hasn't. My surgeon was Dr David ***** Tennessee. Trust me, I went to a Prominent, decorated experienced surgeon. As far as halo's they improved some but they are still there sodium vapor lights (yellowish street lights) are bad as they were after the surgery! Sheila. Through this website this is such a common occurrence, the doctor also rewrote his notes when he realized I stopped & disputed the charges of $12, 000, when I complained about the unhealthy outcome, yes I too was a perfect candidate, that's the sales pitch. ComplaintsBoard.com is a leading complaint resolution website on the Internet. I've already seen a retinologist twice, as well. If I knew then what I know now. If somebody knows of one, please post a link to it! Sorry not sorry for saying this. I had crystalens implanted a month ago in my right eye after my doctor told me it works perfectly well. oc trained by revan fanfiction; postgresql check if record exists; My doctor said he had success story with his other patients. Has anyone here been his patient? Last year, when we visited the eye surgeon, he did a procedure to both of us, which according to him would clean and improve greatly our visions. I had previously bought reading glasses from the same location that I had the surgical procedure. did not work as advertised i have halos starbursts and eye pain.and can only see at a distance. When the doctor came into the exam room he asked "Why are you here?" Submit a complaint and get your issue resolved. Unfortunately, it has popped out again and again and still is not correct. I have spend $8000 out of pocket and my insurance paid more than me and still I have problems and afraid to go back to the Dr. Office and still have to buy those expensive eye drops. This reply is for any consumer who is interested in a class action lawsuit. What a blatant lie. My ophthalmologist has very good credentials but you are only as good as the product you represent. Needless to say, I am very sorry that I paid $4700 for the Crystalens lenses. I needed reading glasses for just about everything close up. In other words, his work was done. For me, it did not work. She has been unable to sleep since the implants were put in. It cost me $3, 600.00 out of pocket, I haven't complained much but my eye surgeon tells me my vision is good and it's not. Even the Big street signs are difficult to see. I had yag and laser done on both eyes, which helped with the distance, but near is still a problem. Cross or cockeyed, which I had trouble with my eye pulling outward my whole life, isn't a good candidate (since the muscle tends to weaken as you age, and the muscle is what your lens adheres to to make then lens work properly). I don't know about class action lawsuit, but do know I am an inch away to talking to a lawyer! WebA California class action lawsuit is a legal action in which one or more plaintiffs sue as representatives of a group of people with similar claims. We use cookies to improve your experience on our site and to show you personalised advertising. I have also lost my near vision, I went from being able to read my computer on the 1st week of surgery to having to wear cheaters at 1.0 and now 2.0. He put drops in my eyes so they weren't dilated and I vomited for at least 30 minutes. Couldn't believe how well they worked. I would be happy to help with the class action lawsuit. Also he left me with an irregular astigmatism in my left eye. Is he kidding, I'm a friggin accountant, so what do I do? islamic storeonline ;. Bosch & Lomb will just ignore you and most states now protect doctors from lawsuits as they require an expert doctor in the same field to claim malpractice. I would be interested in a class action lawsuit against Bausch & LombPissed! 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