Meet Our Doctors

 

Board-Certified: American Board of Ophthalmology, National Board of Medical Examiners

Certified: American Board of Eye Surgery — Cataract/Refractive Surgery

Fellow: American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, American College of Surgeons, American College of Eye Surgeons

Fellowship Training: Cataract and Implant Surgery, American Board of Eye Surgery; Surgery, American College of Surgeons

Residency: Ophthalmology, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC

Internship: St. John’s Mercy Medical Center, St. Louis, MO

MD: St. Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO

Member: International Society of Refractive Surgeons, Missouri Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, Missouri State Medical Association, Southern Medical Association, Franklin-Gasconade-Warren County Medical Society (Past President)

“I chose to pursue a career in medicine, specifically ophthalmology, because I wanted to help preserve people’s vision — and improve their quality of life. I make a point of staying at the forefront of the latest developments in my field that can help people like never before.

“While patients feel reassured by my experience and credentials, they really appreciate the friendliness and empathy I provide. My appointments are unhurried and informative, and I explain my patients’ diagnoses and any recommended treatment in simple, easy-to-understand terms.”

 

Board-Certified: American Board of Ophthalmology

Fellowship Training: Cornea, Refractive Surgery and External Disease, (Institution), Louisville, KY

Residency: Ophthalmology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, MO

Flight Surgeon: United States Army, 1st Infantry Division, Fort Riley, KS

Internship: St Mary’s Health Center, St. Louis, MO

DO: University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kansas City, MO

Member: American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Medical Association, American Osteopathic Association, National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners, Army Aviation Association of America

“The eye is responsible for one of our most vital senses, and I’ve been fascinated with it since I was in the second grade. In fact, my lifelong interest in the concept of vision is what led me to the field of ophthalmology. There is nothing more gratifying to me than being able to help preserve my patients’ sight.

“I pride myself on patient education. The more my patients know about their condition and their treatment options, the more confident and at-ease they will feel. This personalized care, along with my knowledge of the latest ophthalmic advances, can make a positive difference in your vision and your life.”