Cataract surgery in Fort Worth is worth the drive to Plano.
Fort Worth has cataract surgeons. The patients who drive to Plano do it for one reason: they want the surgeon who evaluates their eyes to be the same one who operates and follows up. That's Dr. Shehz, about 50 minutes east.
Fort Worth has its own medical corridor. The drive is about the surgeon, not a shortage.
Fort Worth has established ophthalmology groups, hospital-affiliated eye centers, and corporate cataract chains. Patients who drive east to Plano did not fail to find care closer. They — or their adult children — compared a rotating-roster group against a practice where one named surgeon owns every step, and decided the drive was the smaller trade-off.
Dr. Shehz is double board-certified, trained at Dean McGee Eye Institute, and has performed nearly 7,000 procedures. He personally evaluates, plans, operates, and follows up.
Standard cataract surgery is covered by Medicare and most insurance. Premium upgrades are typically out of pocket but eligible for FSA/HSA funds and financing. We verify benefits and put every cost in writing — no surprises on surgery day.
TCU faculty, Fort Worth ISD teachers, families from across Tarrant County. Word of mouth keeps the schedule full.
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Your surgeon has a name.
No rotating roster. One physician plans, operates, and follows up.
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Worth the drive, not the hassle.
Everything in one ground-floor Plano building. No hospital campus, no shuttling.
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Written accountability.
Benefits verified, costs in writing, and the 20/Happy Guarantee behind eligible procedures.
02/What surgery looks like today
Cataract surgery has changed — quietly and completely.
The cloudy lens is removed through a micro-incision using gentle ultrasound, usually with no stitches, and replaced with an artificial lens that never clouds again. Each eye takes about 25 to 30 minutes, and most patients see clearly within 24 hours.
Precision
Measured, not estimated.
Detailed biometry and corneal mapping build a blueprint of your eye before surgery. During surgery, image guidance helps place your new lens exactly where the plan says it belongs.
Comfort
Calm by design.
Cataract surgery is typically performed with numbing drops rather than general anesthesia — you're awake but relaxed. The visit is short, and it all happens in the practice's own surgery suite.
Choice
A lens chosen around your life.
The replacement lens is a decision, not a default. Monofocal, toric, extended-depth, multifocal, and light adjustable options each balance distance, near, and night vision differently.
Covered more than you'd guess. Explained better than you're used to.
A cataract is a medical condition, not a cosmetic complaint — so standard cataract surgery is covered by Medicare and most insurance plans when it's medically necessary, including a quality monofocal lens. What typically falls to you are the upgrades: premium lenses that correct astigmatism or reduce your dependence on glasses.
We verify your benefits before anything is scheduled, then hand you a single written quote for whatever you choose — nothing gets added on surgery day. If there's a portion insurance doesn't cover, 0% APR financing is available for qualified applicants.
Every quote below is a real, public Google review — part of the 5.0-star rating across 92 reviews on our profile.
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This is my firsthand experience as a patient of Dr. Shehz with a complex eye condition.
I was born with amblyopia (commonly referred to as a lazy eye) in my left eye and have relied almost entirely on my right eye my entire life. When my right eye began to weaken and cataracts developed, there was no margin for error. Read full review
Rex DeBordGoogle Review
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Dr Shehz is the best, very talented surgeon. Highly recommend!! No pressure, no pain after my cataract surgery. I was able to see TV right away. I am 20/20!!!
Laquita BeckGoogle Review
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Appreciate everything. Dr Shehz is the best cataract surgeon in dfw. Hands down!!!
Micheal WilliamsGoogle Review
05/Getting here
The drive is the easy part.
The route
I-30 east to the PGBT — about 50 minutes from central Fort Worth. Ground floor with free parking.
First visit is a thorough evaluation — about 90 minutes. Bring a family member. Surgery scheduled per eye. Later follow-up can often be coordinated closer to home.
Open Monday–Friday 8:00–5:00 and Saturday 9:00–3:00, with English- and Spanish-speaking staff. Questions before booking? Call 214-972-2020 and a human answers.
06/FAQ
Questions patients ask, answered straight.
Don't see your question? Call 214-972-2020 or book a visit and ask Dr. Shehz directly.
Is it worth driving from Fort Worth for cataract surgery?
About 50 minutes. You'll make the trip a handful of times. The surgeon who places the lens determines the outcome you live with permanently. Fort Worth patients consistently tell us the drive was the easy part.
Does Medicare cover cataract surgery?
Yes. Standard surgery is covered when medically necessary. Premium upgrades are out-of-pocket. We verify benefits before scheduling.
How do I choose the right lens?
We walk through all options based on your eyes and lifestyle.
How many trips to Plano will I make from Fort Worth?
Typically four to five: evaluation, surgery per eye, and follow-ups. Later routine care can be coordinated with your optometrist in Tarrant County.
What is recovery like?
About 25–30 minutes per eye. Most patients see clearly within 24 hours.
Still have questions?
Talk to our team, no pressure, no sales pitch. We answer the question, not the upsell.
