Cataract Surgery and Ophthalmology Services in Butler, Missouri

Cataract Surgery Close to Home

When vision problems begin to affect everyday life, expert care may be closer than you think.
Bates County Memorial Hospital offers monthly surgical ophthalmology services with visiting eye surgeon Dr. Cooper Rodgers.

Many patients come to BCMH for cataract surgery, one of the most common and effective procedures to restore clear vision. Having surgery close to home means less travel and the comfort of receiving care in your community.

Dr. Rodgers provides evaluation and surgical care for several eye conditions and vision concerns.

Conditions We Evaluate

Patients are commonly referred for evaluation of:

  • Cataracts and blurred vision
  • Droopy eyelids
  • Glaucoma
  • Macular degeneration
  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Other age-related vision changes

Many of these conditions can be treated or improved with specialized eye surgery.

Surgical Procedures Offered

Dr. Rodgers specializes in several ophthalmic procedures, including:

  • Cataract surgery
  • Refractive surgery
  • Functional upper eyelid blepharoplasty for drooping eyelids

Surgical procedures are performed at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler, Missouri.

Cataract Surgery at BCMH

Cataracts occur when the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, making vision appear blurred, dim, or hazy.

During cataract surgery, the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with a clear artificial lens. The procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis and many patients notice improved vision shortly after recovery.

Cataract surgery with Dr. Rodgers is offered monthly at BCMH, allowing local residents to receive advanced eye care without traveling to a larger city.

Referrals and Scheduling

Appointments for evaluation with Dr. Rodgers are scheduled through Grin Eye Care.

To schedule an appointment, call 913-829-5511.

Clinic visits are held locally through Noe, Miller and Miller Optometry in Butler.

For more information about surgical services at Bates County Memorial Hospital, call 660-200-7000 ext. 7191.

Visiting Specialist

Cataract Education with Dr. Rodgers

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How Cataract Surgery Improves Vision

Why Choose Cataract Surgery at BCMH

  • Surgery performed locally in Butler
  • Experienced ophthalmologist Dr. Cooper Rodgers
  • Outpatient procedure at Bates County Memorial Hospital
  • Convenient care close to home

Cataract Surgery in Butler, Missouri

Patients in Butler and surrounding communities can receive cataract surgery locally at Bates County Memorial Hospital. Instead of traveling to Kansas City for eye surgery, many patients choose to have their procedure performed close to home in Butler. Visiting ophthalmologist Dr. Cooper Rodgers performs outpatient cataract surgery at BCMH, helping patients restore clearer vision with convenient local care.

Patients from nearby communities such as Rich Hill, Adrian, Appleton City and other areas of Bates County often choose cataract surgery at BCMH because of the convenience and trusted care available locally.

FAQs

How often is cataract surgery offered at BCMH?

Cataract surgery with Dr. Rodgers is offered monthly at Bates County Memorial Hospital.

Do I need a referral for cataract surgery?

Most patients begin with an eye exam through their optometrist or through Grin Eye Care.