Out-of-Town Patients
Out-of-Town Patients
Your Path to Clear Vision Starts Here
Patients travel to King LASIK from across Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona, Alaska, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, and beyond to experience advanced laser vision correction from one of the most established refractive surgery teams in the country. With locations throughout the Pacific Northwest and Southwest, we make it easy to plan your visit and enjoy a smooth, well-supported experience—from your initial consultation through post-procedure care.
Our team assists with scheduling, coordination, and follow-up planning so your visit is efficient, comfortable, and focused on one goal: helping you see clearly without dependence on glasses or contacts.
Why Patients Travel to King LASIK
People choose King LASIK for precision vision correction and long-term results delivered by surgeons with unmatched experience. Our practice is dedicated to helping patients achieve visual freedom using proven, state-of-the-art refractive procedures.
What makes King LASIK worth the trip:
- Highly Experienced Surgeons: Led by Dr. Joseph King and supported by a nationally recognized surgical team, King LASIK surgeons have performed hundreds of thousands of vision correction procedures with consistently excellent outcomes.
- Laser Vision Correction Focus: We specialize in LASIK, PRK, and EVO ICL™, offering options for a wide range of prescriptions and corneal profiles.
- Efficient Procedures: LASIK and EVO ICL procedures typically take 5–10 minutes per eye, with rapid visual recovery for most patients.
- Office-Based Surgery: All procedures are performed in a comfortable, outpatient setting—no hospital visit required.
- Customized Treatment Plans: Every procedure is tailored to your eyes, lifestyle, and vision goals.
- Convenient Locations: With clinics across Seattle, Tacoma, Lynnwood, Tri-Cites, Vancouver/Portland, Tigard, Scottsdale/Phoenix, access to expert care is never far away.
Planning Your Visit
Our goal is to make traveling for vision correction as simple and stress-free as possible. Many out-of-town patients arrive the day before their procedure and stay one night afterward before heading home.
Helpful Tips for Planning Your Trip:
Scheduling
Our team will help coordinate your consultation, procedure, and follow-up care—often within the same visit whenever appropriate.
Before You Travel
Much of the process can be completed before you arrive. Virtual consultations are available to confirm candidacy and answer questions ahead of time.
Please plan to:
- Schedule your consultation: Choose an in-person or virtual Zoom visit to review your vision correction options
- Complete pre-operative testing as recommended
- Review financing options: King LASIK partners with CareCredit to make your treatment more accessible
- Book accommodations: Choose your preferred lodging or one of the recommended hotels below
Lodging
Recommended Hotels Near Our Tukwila Office
Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport
1053 Lake Washington Boulevard North, Renton, WA
Courtyard by Marriott
400 Andover Park West, Tukwila, WA
Recommended Hotels Near Our Scottsdale Office
Hilton North Scottsdale at Cavasson
7965 E. Cavasson Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ
Hyatt Place North Scottsdale
18513 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ
Recommended Hotels Near Our Vancouver Office
Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Vancouver
411 SE 123rd Avenue, Vancouver, WA
Recommended Hotels Near Our Kennewick Office
Comfort Inn Kennewick/Richland
Distance: 1–2-minute walk
Address: 7801 W Quinault Ave, Kennewick, WA
A convenient option located steps from the clinic. Ask our team about potential patient discounts.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Kennewick
Distance: 2-minute walk
Address: 7809 W Quinault Ave, Kennewick, WA
Modern accommodations with complimentary breakfast and nearby dining.
Hilton Garden Inn Tri-Cities/Kennewick
Distance: 3 minutes by car / 10-minute walk
Address: 701 N Young St, Kennewick, WA
Full-service hotel with onsite dining and fitness center.
Red Lion Hotel – Kennewick Columbia Center
Distance: 4 minutes by car
Address: 1101 N Columbia Center Blvd, Kennewick, WA
Budget-friendly option near shopping and major roadways.
Companion Travel
We recommend bringing a friend or family member on the day of your procedure to assist with transportation and provide added comfort and support.
During Your Visit
When you arrive, our experienced team will guide you through each step of your vision correction experience. Procedures are performed in-office and typically take less than 15 minutes.
What to expect:
- Procedure Day: Includes a comprehensive pre-procedure exam, your treatment, and detailed post-operative instructions
- Recovery: Most patients relax for a few hours and are cleared to travel home the following day
- Follow-Up Care: When appropriate, follow-ups can be coordinated with your local eye doctor
After You Return Home
Your care doesn’t stop once you leave. King LASIK remains actively involved in your recovery and long-term visual success.
Ongoing support includes:
- Virtual Follow-Ups: Post-operative visits can often be completed via secure video call
- Local Care Coordination: We work with trusted optometrists nationwide for continued care
- Direct Access: Our team is available by phone or email if questions arise
Start Planning Your Trip
No matter where you’re traveling from, our team is ready to help you take the next step toward visual freedom. For assistance with travel planning or additional details, please contact our office at 425-525-1000 and ask for Rachel Hamilton, our Surgery Coordinator and dedicated patient concierge.