Modern Vision Centers

04/08/2026

Eye surgery surprises. *Good* ones!

Most people walk into laser vision correction expecting a long procedure and a slow recovery. What they tell us afterward is almost always the same.

First, how fast the procedure goes. LASIK, SMILE, and PRK are ten minutes or less per eye. Second, how quickly vision comes back. Most patients are seeing clearly the next morning, driving themselves to their follow-up, and are back to their normal routine within days.

04/07/2026

EVO ICL: 99.4% patient satisfaction, less than 10 minutes per eye, no corneal tissue removal, reversible procedure. Often a great alternative for those not eligible for LASIK.

https://www.mvcvision.com/evo-icl/

EVO ICL offers a safe, reversible, lens-based vision correction option that preserves the natural shape of the cornea. This results in exceptionally high

04/03/2026

Proud to support! 📸:

A huge thank you to Drew Dickson and our other partners at mvc_vision for their continued support of Iowa Optometric Association members!⠀
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Modern Vision Centers partners with you to offer patients a full range of advanced vision correction options — from LASIK and SMILE to cataract surgery and beyond — and they're a trusted resource for patient co-management.⠀
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Reminder to IOA Members: Follow us on Instagram to learn more about IOA's partner network and the resources available to you.

04/02/2026

📺 Throwback to Dr. Dickson on WHO 13's Hello, Iowa! last month — talking modern vision correction in Des Moines and the approaching 1-year anniversary of MVC.

Did you know Iowa has all *seven* modern vision correction procedures available right here at our clininc? LASIK, SMILE, PRK, EVO ICL, RLE, cataract surgery, blended vision — and the only WCRS-certified surgeon in the state!

Check out the full interview at the link below!

03/30/2026

Happy National Doctors' Day to the three physicians who have spent the last year creating a vision correction clinic and patient experience unlike any other in the state of Iowa! 💙

Dr. Drew Dickson and Dr. Brandon Menke built Modern Vision Centers from the ground up to give Iowa patients access to all seven modern procedures — LASIK, SMILE, EVO ICL, RLE, premium cataract surgery and more — without leaving the state to find them. Together with optometrist Dr. Andrew Milder, our team is changing what's possible for clear vision in Des Moines!

As we approach our first anniversary, we're grateful for every patient who has come to our clinic to improve their view. And we're grateful for these three, who show up every day ready to help our community see more clearly.

03/25/2026

👀📺 Hello, Iowa!

Check out Dr. Dickson talking all things vision correction in Des Moines on WHO 13 today! More to come on this exciting interview.

03/25/2026

We're in the March/April issue of dsm Magazine. 🎉

dsm has covered Des Moines for decades — the people, the businesses, the stories worth paying attention to in this city. This month, their Trendsetters feature shines a light on Refractive Lens Exchange and why more people over 50 should know it exists.

MVC's Drew Dickson, MD notes in the article: "We can fix patients' distance vision, near vision, astigmatism, and prevent them from ever needing cataract surgery — all at once."

Ten minutes per eye. Permanent results. One procedure that takes care of your vision and gets ahead of a surgery most people will eventually face anyway.

Pick up the March/April issue or read the full feature at the link in the comments!

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03/20/2026

Did you catch Modern Vision Centers' latest Trensetters feature from Des Moines Magazine? Get the inside scoop on Refractive Lens Exchange and lens options to suit nearly any visual needs and lifestyle!

Read the article at link in comments!

03/19/2026

When evaluating LASIK, understanding the total cost is essential. Our latest blog breaks down pricing factors and long-term savings to help patients make financially sound decisions.

Explore now: https://www.mvcvision.com/lasik-surgery/cost-of-lasik-des-moines/

Thinking about LASIK in Des Moines? Patients at Modern Vision Centers often want to understand not just the results they can expect, but also what LASIK

03/18/2026

Most people have heard of cataracts. Not everyone knows what they actually are.

This Wild Card Wednesday, Dr. Dickson explains cataracts & laser cataract surgery — a cataract is when the natural lens of your eye becomes cloudy. It's a gradual process that usually takes years, and on average, most people don't need surgery until their late 60s or 70s. But one thing is certain: if you live long enough, you will get a cataract.

What a lot of people don't realize until they're already at that point? Cataract surgery isn't just about removing the cloudy lens. At the same time, we can fix your prescription — using advanced lens technologies and laser equipment — so you can get out of glasses while we're already in there doing the work.

Call Modern Vision Centers in West Des Moines to schedule your consultation!

03/17/2026

What if you could correct your vision — and still have options down the road? That's exactly what makes EVO ICL different.

Unlike LASIK, nothing is permanently altered. The lens sits quietly behind your iris, doing its job, and can be removed by a surgeon if your vision needs ever change or a new technology becomes available.

📲 Book your personal consult online to learn more and see if you're an EVO ICL candidate! Link in comments.

03/13/2026

"Which surgery is best for my vision?"

Dr. Drew Dickson, MD gets this every day at Modern Vision Centers in Des Moines. The answer: it depends on *your* eyes, *your* goals, *your* lifestyle. 👁️

About ten tests. Front to back. That's how the right procedure gets chosen — not by what's trendy or based on limited options, but by what your testing actually shows.