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NORTH SHORE CATARACT AND LASER CENTER LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in STONEHAM, MA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 9 reviews.

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NORTH SHORE CATARACT AND LASER CENTER LLC

stoneham, MAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

91 MONTVALE AVE

STONEHAM, MA

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(781) 438-5995

Service Area

This provider serves patients in STONEHAM and surrounding areas in MA.

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Note on Service Area

This ambulatory surgery center serves patients in the surrounding area. Contact this surgery center directly to confirm service availability in your specific location.

Procedures Performed

Common outpatient procedures performed at this ambulatory surgery center, based on reported specialties.

Ophthalmology (Eye Surgery)6
Cataract SurgeryThe clouded natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced with a clear artificial one. It is one of the most common outpatient procedures performed in the country, usually takes under 30 minutes per eye, and is done under light sedation with numbing drops rather than general anesthesia.LASIK / Refractive SurgeryA laser reshapes the cornea to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, reducing dependence on glasses or contacts. The procedure itself takes minutes per eye. Vision is often noticeably better within a day, though it can take several weeks to fully stabilize.Glaucoma SurgeryCreates a new drainage path for fluid inside the eye to lower internal pressure. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve silently, so the goal is preventing further vision loss rather than restoring vision already lost. Several minimally invasive options are now performed in outpatient settings.Retinal SurgeryRepairs the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, most often for a detached or torn retina, or for bleeding related to diabetes. Timing matters — a detaching retina is treated urgently because delay increases the risk of permanent vision loss.Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)Removes excess skin and fat from the upper or lower eyelids. When drooping upper lids block part of the visual field, the procedure is functional rather than cosmetic and is often covered by insurance if visual field testing documents the obstruction.Corneal TransplantReplaces damaged or clouded corneal tissue with donor tissue. Modern techniques often replace only the affected layer rather than the full thickness, which shortens recovery. Vision improves gradually over months, and stitches may stay in place for a year or longer.

Procedure list is based on CMS-reported specialty designations. Contact the facility to confirm specific procedures offered.

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Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 97/100 (+4 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 53 surveys · 41% response rate

OAS CAHPS scores are linear means (0–100) from Medicare patient surveys. Higher is better. National averages shown for comparison.

Overall RatingPatients who gave the facility a high overall rating
97+4 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
97+5 vs national avg (92)
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StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
99+3 vs national avg (96)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
96+2 vs national avg (94)
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Source: OAS CAHPS (Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery CAHPS) Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Scores are linear means on a 0–100 scale.

Affiliated Surgeons

Surgeons affiliated with this facility based on NPPES NPI registry data.

DENNIS G BEGOS, M.D.

Surgery

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ESTELLE K MCINNIS, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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JEANETTE K CHANG, M.D.

Surgery

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JOHN M TOMICH, MD

Dermatology

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KRISTEN L FRANCIONE, RN BSN

Gastroenterology

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MATTHEW J MCDONALD, PA-C

Physician Assistant (Surgical)

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+ 5 more affiliated surgeons on record

Surgeon affiliations are sourced from CMS NPPES data and may not reflect current practice arrangements. Contact the facility to confirm.

Preparing for Your Procedure

Guides covering what to expect before, during, and after outpatient surgery.

What to Expect: Cataract Surgery
The procedure, the day of, and how vision changes after.
What to Expect: LASIK
Who it suits, what it costs, and recovery.
Pre-Op Preparation Checklist
What to do in the weeks before your procedure, from two weeks out to the morning of.
What to Expect on Surgery Day
Arrival, check-in, the procedure itself, and discharge.
Understanding Anesthesia at an ASC
Sedation types, who administers it, and how recovery differs.
How to Read CAHPS Patient Experience Scores
What the survey scores above actually measure.
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Google Reviews

4.6
9 reviews
Cynthia Wardan

Cynthia Wardan

Just had my 2nd cataract surgery at N S C and L. A caring ,friendly and competent staff from the front desk to the post op nurse. I felt ‘safe and calm ‘ throughout. HEY,I almost had a good time. I was told the reason the accompanying person if staying is asked to wear a mask is : The staff do not need to wear a mask unless they have had a recent exposure. They do not want to ‘quiz ‘ your ride so they are asked to wear a mask.

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Ann Marie Harrington

Ann Marie Harrington

This place is very unprofessional. Receptionists are extremely rude. Elderly patients are not allowed to have their care givers in the waiting area with them which is very important! Not a welcoming environment. Care givers must wear a mask but patients, doctors, & nurses don’t. No sense. Do not recommend!

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Kathy Rodriguez

Kathy Rodriguez

I went there on March 8 really scared I have bad anxiety and never had any kind of surgery before all the staff were very nice an understood me the nurses were great one nurse stayed with me the whole time I would recommend to everyone if they need eye surgery this is the place to go Thank you so much to everyone there that helped me get thru the surgery. And Thank you so much to Doctor Robert Levy

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Terry Rad

Terry Rad

Completely competent, so caring, just a great group of friendly professionals! I had both eyes done in 2 weeks. Highly recommend!

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Gary T

Gary T

The most competent, accommodating and friendly staff that I have ever encountered at a medical facility. From the front office staff that greets you, to the nurses that prep you, to the anesthesiologist and surgical nurses...every one knows their job and puts you at ease. A ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ facility if ever there was one.

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Contact

Phone

(781) 438-5995

Website

m.facebook.com/p/North-Shore-Cataract-and-Laser-100063747812281/

Years in Operation

24 years

Est. 2002

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

4

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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