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PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE INC PC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in VANCOUVER, WA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 153 reviews.

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PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE INC PC

vancouver, WAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

2205 NE 129TH ST.

VANCOUVER, WA

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(360) 694-2544

Service Area

This provider serves patients in VANCOUVER and surrounding areas in WA.

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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.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery6
Breast Augmentation / ReductionBreast size is increased by placing implants, or decreased by removing breast tissue and skin and repositioning the remaining tissue. Reduction is often performed to relieve back, neck, and shoulder pain caused by breast weight.RhinoplastySurgery that reshapes the nose by altering the bone and cartilage beneath the skin. It is performed to change appearance, to correct breathing problems caused by internal structure, or both. Swelling takes months to fully resolve.FaceliftLiposuctionFat is suctioned out from beneath the skin through small tubes called cannulas, reshaping a specific area such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs. It targets localized deposits and is a contouring procedure rather than a method of weight loss.Wound ReconstructionRebuilds skin and underlying tissue where a wound is too large or too damaged to close directly. Surgeons move nearby tissue, or transfer skin and muscle from elsewhere on the body, to cover the defect. Often follows trauma, infection, or cancer removal.Skin GraftingHealthy skin is taken from one area of the body and transplanted to cover a wound or burn elsewhere. Both the graft site and the donor site need care, and the donor site is often the more uncomfortable of the two.

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: 95/100 (+2 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 44 surveys · 25% 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
95+2 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
97+5 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
99+3 vs national avg (96)
0↑ natl avg100
CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
88-6 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.

Safety Metrics

Hospital Transfer Rate

% of patients transferred to a hospital during or after their procedure (ASC-4). Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

% of patients who experienced a fall resulting in injury. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.1%

Patient Burn Rate

% of patients who experienced a burn during their procedure. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.03%

Wrong Site Surgery Rate

% of cases involving wrong-site, wrong-side, wrong-patient, or wrong-implant surgical events. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.01%

Source: CMS ASC Quality Reporting Program. Data reflects Medicare patient outcomes reported by the facility.

Affiliated Surgeons

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

EMORY BARNES, DPM

Podiatry

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JASON ANTHONY BLANKENSHIP, CRNA

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JOYCE E CHOE, MD

Ophthalmology

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KASRA KARAMLOU, DPM

Foot & Ankle Surgery

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MARCI HARE, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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MICHAEL J GLANZER, OD

Optometrist

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+ 1 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.
Browse all patient resources

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Google Reviews

4.6
153 reviews
Julia Hesse

Julia Hesse

PCLI was excellent and clean and everything you'd want in eye surgery. I'm giving them a one star because right before my surgery they gave me a slip to sign if I didn't want their doctors to pray over me before surgery. I felt taken aback and questioned if I even trusted them if I said no. I did say no and my surgery was excellent. In the go home back they included a proselytizing book by the CEO. I found this extremely offensive and unprofessional. If they're going to spring Christian proselytizing on their patients, they should be upfront let you know that are a Christian-based practice and let us decide if we want to go to them or not. If feels like a paternalistic power differential.

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A G

A G

I am incredibly impressed with the level of care and professionalism demonstrated by every single member of your staff. From the moment I began my journey with PCLI, I was treated with the highest degree of compassion, respect, and professionalism. The entire team ensured I felt comfortable and well-informed throughout the process. I would like thank you to all doctors and staff for the amazing care, compasion and kindness! A. Parker

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Annette Idler

Annette Idler

I went to PCLI for Cataract removal. The entire experience was great. Everyone was so kind and helpful. The surgery itself was painless and I really not have much discomfort. It was real quick too. I would recommend them!!!

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Ginger Griffin

Ginger Griffin

Outstanding staff from the front desk, through the surgery, and into the aftercare. They listened to my concerns and adjusted for me needs. Excellent!

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Julie

Julie

I was treated with kindness, consideration and professionalism by all staff on Thursday September 25, 2025. Except for one. She was determined to abuse me verbally and emotionally. Humiliation was not enough for her. I feel sorry for her co-workers having to work with someone who feels it her obligation to be a bully. She was loud in expressing her opinions of me, so she was bullying her co-workers too. I apologize to have to leave this comment, but her behavior is completely unacceptable.

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Contact

Phone

(360) 694-2544

Website

www.pcli.com/vancouver.html

Years in Operation

21 years

Est. 2005

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAASF

Operating Rooms

1

Specialties

OphthalmologyPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Medicare Certified

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