We Don’t Just Fix Vision.
We Change Lives.
Trusted. Proven. Family-Owned Since 1961.
For over 60 years, St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute has been the name families across Tampa Bay trust when their vision—and their future—are on the line.
We’re not a chain. We’re not a clinic.
We’re a surgical institute led by three generations of eye surgeons who deliver results that truly change how people live, work, and see the world.
Whether you need cataract surgery, LASIK, Retina treatment, or simply want answers from someone who actually listens—we’re here.
With the most advanced tech, a 100% LASIK success rate, and a team that treats you like family, we don’t just improve eyesight.
We give people their lives back.
Featured Eye Services
LASIK
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Refractive Lens Exchange
RLE
Cataract
Cataract Removal
Glaucoma
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Dry Eyes
Dry Eye Relief
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
See the World with Youthful Eyes Again
Tampa Bay’s Most Trusted Eye Surgery Team
Our Reputation Speaks Volumes
We don’t just have experience — we have a reputation.
• Over 1,000 five-star reviews.
• Decades of surgical results.
• Awards, accreditations
• Repeat referrals from doctors and Universities across Florida.
Our team includes elite ophthalmologists, optometrists, nurses, and techs — handpicked for skill, precision, and bedside manner.
We’ve been voted Best of Tampa Bay, honored with the Beacon of Light Award, and hold elite AAAHC accreditation — the gold standard in surgical care.
While other clinics advertise, we just do the work — and let the results speak for themselves.
If your eyes matter to you, this is where you go.
Where Compassion Meets Cutting-Edge
Grounded in the latest research and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, our compassionate physicians expertly diagnose and treat a full spectrum of eye conditions—from cataracts and glaucoma to dry eye, eyelid disorders, and intricate retinal diseases—delivering care defined by precision and trust.
John Michaelos, MD
John Michaelos, MD
Dr. John Michaelos leads St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute with the same purpose his father founded it on: to deliver world-class eye care with integrity, compassion, and results that last a lifetime. With decades of experience in cataract, glaucoma, and cosmetic eyelid procedures, Dr. Michaelos is known for his precision in surgery — and his personal connection with every patient he treats.
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Louis Michaelos, DO
Louis Michaelos, DO
The third generation in the Michaelos legacy, Dr. Louis Michaelos brings advanced expertise in LASIK, corneal surgery, and premium lens technology. Known for his attention to detail and commitment to staying at the cutting edge of vision correction, Dr. Michaelos combines next-generation innovation with the patient-first approach his family is known for.
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Luis Ortiz, OD
Luis Ortiz, OD
Dr. Luis Ortiz, OD, provides comprehensive eye care with a focus on personalized vision solutions. Patients appreciate his approachable style, clinical expertise, and dedication to helping every individual see their best.
Oren Plous, MD
Oren Plous, MD
Dr. Oren Plous brings advanced expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions, including diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and retinal tears. With years of surgical experience and a compassionate, detail-oriented approach, Dr. Plous is trusted by both patients and referring doctors for delivering precise care when
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