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Post by Jeepin on Jun 24, 2003 2:01:04 GMT -5
I m an RCMP applicant and have already passed my aptitude test. I am very competetive since I have a University degree, military experience, good references, lots of good work experience and am very physically fit....Anyways, I have a problem that is causing me to loose some sleep. My Uncorrected vision is 20/60 with both eyes and they need 20/40. And I really dont wan't to get Laser Eye Surgery. How strict is the selection commitee on visual acuity standards. My corrected vision is 20/15 (Better than Perfect).
Thanks in Advance
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Post by journey2cps-redux on Jun 24, 2003 9:35:13 GMT -5
From what I understand, if you don't meet the visual accuity, your SOL...  The only way that I would know of fixing it is the lasik surgery. I'm not a big fan of it either, but my uncorrected vision is 20/25 so I'm FAR from being blind without my glasses, but like you I'm 20/15 with glasses. I know lots of people that have had the surgery done without any problems. Biggest thing is do EXACTLY what the Dr says after the surgery, if you get it, and stay the hell away from the computer for a few weeks as well....Bottom line, if your unsure, call the recruiter... J2D |
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Post by Jag on Jun 24, 2003 10:10:10 GMT -5
Jeepin,
Recently, I heard about a technology. At least it is new to me. Something call hard lenses. Now, I am not sure but one of friends daughter is getting them.
This is how they explained it: Basically, there are these "Hard Lenses" that you wear when you go to bed. Overtime, your eyesight gets corrected or improves. The concept is to shape your eye ball overtime. Check with your eye-care provider. Apparently, you have to be a candidate for it.
Full eyes exam is required by a specialist.
Anyone else out there know anything about it? I only heard about it last week or maybe I need to get out more often ;D ;D ;D
Jag
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Post by Jeepin on Jun 24, 2003 13:13:54 GMT -5
I have heard about perminant lense implants...either way, I really don't want a razor slicing through my eye. I might just do the "No Touch" PRK that doesn't have the cutting portion of the LASIK, just as laser. Its all kinda troubling though...
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Post by Jag on Jun 24, 2003 16:00:54 GMT -5
Jeepin, I looked into that so called " hard lense" technology. I was wrong it is called Corneal Refractive Therapy(CRT). "Similar in appearance to standard contact lenses Paragon CRT therapeutic lenses gently reshape the corneal surface during sleep and provide clear, natural vision when the lenses are removed upon waking." Here is a website with more information: www.paragoncrt.com/newsite/index.htmI am not clear if it will work for everyone. Jag |
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Post by dalex on Jun 24, 2003 20:06:40 GMT -5
Jeepin,
I am in the application process and was caught off guard last week when I went for my eye exam. I did not think my vision was that bad, but it is 20/100. I called the recruiting office and I was told that they are very strict with this requirement. So I am now scheduled to have laser surgery on Thursday this week. It is expensive and it sounds awful, but anyone that I have talked to that has had it done has said only positive things.My optomitrist also mentioned the hard lenses that Jag was talking about, but she said that the RCMP will not accept these. I did not double check that with recruiting however.
As far as PRK (laser only) verses lasik, unfortunately it is up to the doctor to decide which procedure they will do. I am going in tomorrow for my pre-op appointment , this is when they take measurements of the eye and check th eshape to determine which procedure I qualify for.
If you really want to be a member of the RCMP, I recomend you have the surgery.There is still no guarantee but the way I see it, if you are willing to have a laser shot in your eye, this shows determination and commitment. If you need more info, check out page 62 and 64 in the RCMP thread.
Hope this helps, Good luck !
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Post by PeskyLPO on Jun 25, 2003 1:21:03 GMT -5
I've been researching the eye info for police departments and unfortunately the "Hard lenses" aka orthokeratology is;
"The procedure of orthokeratology is not acceptable as a means of visual acuity enhancement"
for the Edmonton Police force....I think the RCMP would be in the same boat...but dont quote me on that.
PS. How much is it goin to cost ya Dalex? And where are you goin to have it done?
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Post by Jeepin on Jun 26, 2003 1:42:31 GMT -5
I finally went to my Optometrist today and I just squeeked by with both uncorrected 20/40. I may not have to do the LASIK after all. However, my optometrist highly recommended I go ahead and do it anyways...but it sounded more like an advertisement and the promotion of one specific laser centre.
It is about $3000 canadian..I'm still thinking about it though...
Thanks for all the advice
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Post by dalex on Jun 27, 2003 17:59:28 GMT -5
Hey Pesky,
The surgery is expensive. It was $2450 for both eyes.You then have to pay for follow up exams which is another $500, so $3000 total. It is a lot, but if I didn't have it done, I am out.
The surgery was yesterday and I had my follow up appointment today. Before the surgery, I was 20/100, today I am 20/15. Better than 20/20 !!
It is amazing and really is almost pain free. I had the Lasik surgery which is the one that invloves the cutting of the eyeball and lifting the flap and then shooting the laser.It sounds awful, but the recovery time and pain level afterwards is far lower.
I had the surgery done in Abbotsford at Valley Laser Eye Center,they were excellent.
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Post by guest on Jun 27, 2003 22:19:42 GMT -5
u are lucky.i am still kinda blurry and had regression/
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Post by dalex on Jun 29, 2003 18:10:44 GMT -5
Guest,
When did you have the surgery ? What was your acuity before and after ?
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Post by YC on Jun 30, 2003 2:54:56 GMT -5
Dalex,
About a month ago.Having regression right now.
Left eye is 20/25
Right eye is 20/50
In the 2nd week I guess,my right eye is 20/40...so the people at the LASIK centre adviced me that I might need a 2nd touch up.
I heard that Wavefront Treatment is much better.Try to shop around and see.If you want to know which centre I went to,send me a message.
Good luck~
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Post by Charlie on Jun 30, 2003 10:43:14 GMT -5
Probably the best thing anyone can do with regards to this issue is ask the PD recruiters you're applying with about this directly. What are THEIR standards? What is acceptable/not acceptable in terms of correctable vision? Are some forms of corrective surgery acceptable with regard to their standards & qualifications? Etc. They're the ones who can generally give you the answers concerning your particular situation. Of course, BEFORE you get any kind of surgery or procedures done to your eyes, (They're the only set you have!), you should obviously consult with a physician and carefully select whatever procedure is best for you. Always remember that departments DO NOT universally have the same standards, qualifcations or procedures. And some are more flexible than others.  Jeepin, I'd recommend that you contact the RCMP recruiter or personnel to get a more definitive and accurate answer to your question. -- Charlie |
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The only way that I would know of fixing it is the lasik surgery. I'm not a big fan of it either, but my uncorrected vision is 20/25 so I'm FAR from being blind without my glasses, but like you I'm 20/15 with glasses. I know lots of people that have had the surgery done without any problems. Biggest thing is do EXACTLY what the Dr says after the surgery, if you get it, and stay the hell away from the computer for a few weeks as well....Bottom line, if your unsure, call the recruiter...
