I got my first medical (class 2 whilst studying for my PPL) from Dr Fowler (CX Doc) back in 1995 and asked him whether I could get Lasik surgery, as CX at the time had a 20/20 requirement unaided. At that time he said I would be unemployable at initial application, however CX pilots who were already employed and had the op had to take 6 months off work per eye.
He also told me not to bother with any hopes of becoming a commercial pilot, as market forces dictated that anyone without 20/20 vision would not be employable. 13 years on I have my CPL and I am working for a corporate aviation company. Make what you will of this. I figure you've go nothing to lose, especially with experienced pilot shortages. Good luck!
