Cataract surgery in Richardson is one surgeon, not a roster.
Richardson patients along the US-75 corridor choose Dr. Shehz because their colleagues already did — and the 15-minute drive north gave them a surgeon who personally handles the evaluation, the surgery, and every follow-up.
Richardson has no shortage of ophthalmology groups. But you're choosing a surgeon, not a group.
Cataracts announce themselves in ordinary moments — headlights smearing on the drive home, a menu that will not resolve, screens that need one more notch of brightness. When those moments turn the question surgical, it narrows to one thing: who will be in the operating room, and will that same person see you before and after?
Dr. Shehz is double board-certified, trained at Dean McGee Eye Institute, and has performed nearly 7,000 procedures. He takes your measurements, discusses lens options with you, performs the surgery, and examines you at every follow-up.
Standard cataract surgery is covered by Medicare and most insurance plans. Premium lens upgrades are typically out of pocket but eligible for FSA/HSA funds and financing. We verify your benefits before scheduling and put every cost in writing — no surprises on surgery day.
One person owning every step is the standard Richardson expects at work. It should not be rarer in medicine.
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Your surgeon has a name.
No rotating roster, no stranger on surgery day. The physician who plans your lens is the physician holding the instruments.
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Everything under one roof.
The evaluation, measurements, surgery suite, and aftercare all happen in the same ground-floor Plano building. One team, one chart.
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Answers in writing.
Benefits verified before scheduling, every cost quoted in writing, and the 20/Happy Patient 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
US-75 north — about 15 minutes from central Richardson. Ground floor with free patient parking.
Your first visit is a thorough cataract evaluation — about 90 minutes. Bring a spouse or family member. Surgery is scheduled per eye, and you'll want a driver that day.
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.
Does Medicare cover cataract surgery?
Yes. Standard cataract surgery is covered when medically necessary, including a quality monofocal lens. Premium upgrades are typically out-of-pocket. We verify benefits before scheduling.
Is the drive from Richardson to Plano easy?
About 15 minutes on US-75. Free parking, ground-floor suite, and most evaluations finish within 90 minutes.
How do I choose the right lens?
The right lens follows from your eyes and your life. We walk through monofocal, toric, extended-depth, multifocal, and light adjustable options and tell you which ones your eyes support.
What is recovery like?
About 25–30 minutes per eye, no stitches. Most patients see clearly within 24 hours. Drops for a few weeks and a short break from heavy lifting.
Can I use my employer's FSA or HSA for premium lenses?
Yes — premium lens upgrades are fully eligible for FSA and HSA funds. Many Richardson-area employers offer both.
I'm in my 50s with early cataracts. What should I do?
Refractive lens exchange uses the same procedure before a full cataract develops. Whether to act now or wait is the conversation an evaluation is for.
Still have questions?
Talk to our team, no pressure, no sales pitch. We answer the question, not the upsell.
Cataracts still early? The same surgery can come sooner — on your terms.
If lens changes are blurring your vision in your 50s, refractive lens exchange uses the same procedure before a cataract fully forms. Dr. Shehz performs both in the same surgery suite.
The world went dim slowly. Getting it back happens remarkably fast.
One evaluation tells you where your cataracts stand, what Medicare covers, and which lens fits. About 15 minutes on US-75. Call 214-972-2020 or book online.
