Being a dad means a lot of things — chasing your kids through the park, teaching them how to ride a bike, helping with homework (even when the font’s small), and just trying to keep up with the joyful chaos. But a few months ago, something changed.
Cataract Surgery Gave Me My Life
My vision started blurring. The colors dulled. Driving at night felt risky, and reading bedtime stories? A struggle. I didn’t realize just how much cataracts were stealing from me — until I got my sight back at Houston LASIK and Eye.
I Thought I Was Just Tired — But It Was the Cataracts
At first, I blamed it on being overworked or just “getting older.” I didn’t want to admit I couldn’t clearly see my daughter’s art projects or the expressions on my son’s face at his soccer game. But the truth hit me one night while trying to drive home through a rainstorm. Headlights were a glare-filled blur, and I knew something had to change.
That’s when I found Houston LASIK’s lead ophthalmologist Doctor Amjad Khokhar.
The Freedom I Didn’t Know I Was Missing
Cataract surgery was fast, surprisingly easy, and gave me something I didn’t even realize I’d lost — my presence.
Now I don’t miss the details:
- My kids’ smiles are sharp and colorful again
- I can read books without squinting or shuffling for the right light
- I drive at night with total confidence
- I take spontaneous weekend trips because I can see clearly and feel safe
The best part? I’m not just seeing again — I’m back in the moment. I’m fully there, as a dad.
A Word From Doctor Khokhar
“At Houston LASIK and Eye, our focus is making cataract surgery an experience that restores more than sight — it restores a patient’s confidence and independence. The results can truly be life-changing,” said Doctor Amjad Khokhar.
And for me? That couldn’t be more true.
What Every Parent Should Know
If you’re a parent or grandparent, don’t wait. Clear vision isn’t a luxury — it’s how we show up for our kids. Here’s what I wish I knew earlier:
- The surgery took under an hour
- I noticed a major difference the next morning
- The recovery was smooth (even with kids climbing on me!)
- I got to choose a lens that matched my lifestyle
Don’t Wait to Get Back What Matters
It’s easy to push off things for yourself when you’re raising a family — I get it. But cataract surgery isn’t just for you. It’s for the people who depend on you, look up to you, and want you fully present.
Now, when my daughter shows me her newest crayon drawing, I don’t have to guess what it is. I can see it. Clearly.
