Source: BroBible
Summary
A California woman in her mid-60s visited a Costco optometrist after noticing floaters in her left eye. The optometrist referred her to retina specialist Dr. Zack Oakey, who diagnosed a retinal tear. Dr. Oakey recommended a 5-minute laser treatment to prevent the tear from progressing into a full retinal detachment, which could cause permanent blindness. However, the woman refused the treatment, citing concerns about the laser procedure. Dr. Oakey reports that this is not the first time a patient has refused care, and commenters are split on what they would do in the same situation.
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The habit of seeking medical attention at Costco gets a new name.
Retinal tears are framed as “almost like having a heart attack.” Laser treatment is pitched as a quick fix, but some patients are hesitant. Dr. Oakey’s patient refused treatment, despite the risk of permanent blindness. Commenters share their own experiences with retinal tears and laser surgery. The trend of seeking medical care at non-traditional locations like Costco continues to grow.
Apparently, some people need more than a 90% success rate to agree to a 5-minute procedure.
Author: Evan Null
