Police Officer Dies by Suicide After Suffering Complications From Lasik Eye Surgery, Parents Say
- Officer Ryan Kingerski, 26, of the Penn Hills Police Department died by suicide in January 2025 in Pittsburgh.
- Kingerski underwent LASIK eye surgery in August 2024, which led to immediate and persistent complications that prevented his return to work.
- He suffered from symptoms including headaches, double vision, floaters, and dark spots, despite consultations with multiple specialists and leaving a negative review of the clinic.
- He left a note expressing that he could no longer endure the situation, stating that LASIK had ruined his life, a message his parents emphasized was not connected to any mental health problems.
- Kingerski's family is advocating for greater awareness of LASIK risks and urging support for those experiencing complications, while the clinic asserts LASIK safety is supported by extensive studies.
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