RLE & Me: Nicole’s RLE Patient Experience at Kugler Vision in Omaha, NE
Published by on April 2, 2025
Is RLE for me? It was for Nicole C., RLE success story at Kugler Vision in Omaha, NE!
For many of us, glasses and contacts have been part of life for as long as we can remember. But what happens when you reach a point where even multiple pairs of glasses—readers for your phone, progressives for contracts, another pair for piano—can’t keep up with your lifestyle? For Nicole C., a Kugler Vision patient, the answer was life-changing: Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) with a Light Adjustable Lens (LAL).
“I started gathering up my glasses into a pile… I haven’t needed them since.”
Nicole began wearing glasses in third grade and recalls the frustration of poor vision even while trick-or-treating. As she grew older, allergies made contact lenses difficult. But thanks to supportive parents and a forward-thinking ophthalmologist, PRK surgery in 1995 was her first major step toward visual freedom.
“That was a complete life-changer for me. My eyesight had never been even close to perfect.”
For two decades, things were great. But like many people entering their 40s, Nicole began to notice the inevitable signs of presbyopia—fading near vision. As a financial advisor and avid reader, this meant juggling multiple pairs of glasses every day. The frustration reached a tipping point.
“I love to read in bed, but I couldn’t do that with glasses anymore. And I love puzzles—I couldn’t do those either without readers. It got to the point where I thought, ‘This is ridiculous.’”
Enter Kugler Vision: Personalized, Advanced Care
A conversation with Lance Kugler, MD sparked the journey toward RLE. From the moment Nicole arrived at the clinic, she recognized the experience was different.
“The diagnostic tests were very thorough. I was so impressed with how in-depth the EyeAnalysis was.”
Dr. Kugler recommended the Light Adjustable Lens, a premium option that allows your vision to be fine-tuned after surgery using UV light treatments. Because Nicole’s dominant eye still had good distance vision, the surgical team recommended a monovision—or “blended vision”—approach by treating just one eye with RLE.
The result? The very next day, she was reading her phone without glasses.
“It was freeing—just amazing. I could read books, puzzles, contracts—everything. And I’d only needed the procedure in one eye!”
A Calm, Spa-Like Vision Correction Experience
For Nicole, the day of surgery felt more like a luxury appointment than a medical procedure. The calming pre-op space, personalized music selection, and thoughtful Kugler Vision surgical team made all the difference.
“It felt like an experience, not just an appointment. I was never treated like a number.”
Even during a moment of anxiety, the Kugler team was quick to respond with compassion and patience, helping her feel grounded and supported.
Post-Surgery: High-Tech Follow-Up & Personalized Results
One of the most remarkable aspects of the Kugler Vision RLE procedure is how personalized and interactive the healing process is. Each day, every patient receives text reminders to take eye drops and a feedback mechanism to track progress through a patient app.
“It felt like a game—and it kept me accountable. The encouragement and structure were fantastic.”
The Light Adjustable Lens vision adjustment appointments were quick, with each UV treatment lasting about two minutes. After just one adjustment, Nicole’s near vision was so sharp she could read six-point font.
“I didn’t have to come back for a year. I knew I was set for the long term.”
Why RLE? Why Now?
For Nicole, choosing to have RLE with a Light Adjustable Lens at Kugler Vision wasn’t just about vision—it was about freedom, confidence, and investing in quality of life.
“I work with retirees every day. I see how cataracts eventually affect everyone. I thought, why wait to struggle? Why not stay ahead of it?”
From throwing away reading glasses to restoring a love of reading and puzzles, the transformation has been remarkable. And most importantly, it’s long-lasting.
“This was an investment in my future—hopefully 30 or 40 more years of clear vision.”
Ready to Explore Your Options for RLE in Omaha, NE?
Whether you’ve had vision correction in the past, or you’re now facing the impacts of age on your vision and are tired of the glasses shuffle, RLE from Kugler Vision may be the solution you’ve been waiting for. With world-class technology, a patient-first approach, and the region’s most experienced vision correction team, there’s never been a better time to see what’s possible.
👁️ Learn more about RLE and the Light Adjustable Lens at: https://kuglervision.com/vision-correction/refractive-lens-exchange-rle/
📅 Schedule your consultation today and experience care beyond 20/20.
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