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Dr. Dell believes he has a responsibility to help educate the next generation of eye surgeons, and he sponsors learning opportunities for budding eye doctors. These externships allow students to observe him performing groundbreaking surgical techniques and to develop practical experience in the field. Dr. Dell has also been the preferred choice for athletes, politicians, celebrities, and other eye doctors seeking their own eye surgery. With every patient the goal remains the same: to help each person achieve optimal visual acuity in the most comfortable environment possible.

About Steven J. Dell

Considered an international leader in refractive, cataract, and LASIK eye surgery, Dr. Steven J. Dell is a board certified ophthalmologist in Austin and the Medical Director of Dell Laser Consultants. He has dedicated his career to enhancing vision correction in the US and abroad, and he strives to provide each patient with exceptional, customized treatment and unparalleled results. An award-winning eye surgeon, Dr. Dell has been a featured presenter at major ophthalmology conferences around the world, where he helps to train other eye surgeons in the latest techniques. Furthermore, he is an advocate of continuing education, and his research has led to the development of some of the most advanced technologies available. Through his relationship with the FDA and several ophthalmic equipment manufacturers, he is able to provide patients with state-of-the-art innovations years ahead of other practices.

Credentials

Education & Training

  • Founding Chief Medical Editor of Advanced Ocular Care
  • Chief Medical Editor of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Today
  • Editorial Board of Ocular Surgery News
  • Founding President of The American-European Congress of Ophthalmic Surgery
  • Chairman of the Board Emeritus, American-European Congress of Ophthalmic Surgery
  • Clinical Instructor in Ophthalmology at Tulane University

Languages

English

Memberships & Affiliations

  • The Refractive Surgery Clinical Committee of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  • The American Board of Ophthalmology
  • The American Academy of Ophthalmology (Fellow)

Awards & Recognition

  • Second US eye surgeon to perform laser cataract surgery using a femtosecond laser
  • Twice elected as one of the Top 50 Opinion Leaders in Cataract and Refractive Surgery by his peers
  • Keynote lecturer at several eye surgery conferences
  • VISX® Star Award, given to top 5% of refractive surgeons in the US
  • Named a Super Doctor by Texas Monthly magazine several years in a row
  • Named one of America’s Top Ophthalmologists by the Consumers’ Research Council of America
  • Named one of Austin’s Best Doctors by Austin Monthly magazine

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Reviews for Dell Laser Consultants - Austin Location

★★★★★4.7517 reviews

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  • Catharine Murphy★★★★★via Google

    Love doc Cunningham. Thanks

  • SusieQ TX★★★★★via Google

    Professional and service was fantastic. Very satisfied with my surgery.

  • Dr. Sandra D. Smith★★★★★via Google
  • Sue Payne★★★★★via Google

    Dr. Gomez is terrific! Very thorough and caring- I highly recommend her.

  • Laura Roach★★★★★via Google

    The providers are very knowledgeable, but more importantly, they treat their patience with respect and you feel like they really listen and modify the care plan accordingly. Can’t say enough good things about the practice, especially Dr Gomez.

  • Carolyn Winter★★★★★via Google

    Experienced, professional personnel. I felt comfortable with their competent care.

  • Sue Stone★★★★★via Google

    Dell Laser’s doctors and staff are very thorough and knowledgeable. They provide great care and assurance. The office is run with great efficiency and appointments are on time.

  • Catherine Harrington★★★★★via Google

    Friendly and professional staff. I trust them.

  • David E★★★★★via Google

    Effective at explaining current eye conditions and options for treatment. Felt treated as a human being and not solely as a "patient".

  • Suzanne Covert★★★★★via Google

    Amazing experience and amazing attention to detail. Highly recommend.