Combining advanced refractive surgery practice with extensive academic and research involvement, this board-certified ophthalmologist has more than 15 years of experience in ophthalmology and more than 25 years in the medical field, with specialized expertise in laser vision correction, refractive surgery, cataract and refractive intraocular lens procedures, and advanced ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic technologies. Clinical expertise includes LASIK, photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), femtosecond laser-assisted ophthalmic surgery, phakic intraocular lenses, accommodative intraocular lenses, wavefront-guided technologies, corneal biomechanics, keratoconus detection, astigmatism management, refractive cataract surgery, dry eye disease management, and advanced corneal tomography. Their work has also involved evaluation and management of postoperative refractive complications, corneal ectasia risk assessment, premium intraocular lens applications, and development of refractive surgery screening methodologies designed to improve surgical safety and patient outcomes. This expert has more than 10 years of expert witness experience involving consultations and depositions related to ophthalmology, refractive surgery, and ophthalmic technology matters.

A substantial portion of this expert’s professional background has involved leadership and educational responsibilities within ophthalmology and refractive surgery programs. Professional appointments have included serving as Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Medical Director of a laser refractive center, with responsibilities involving oversight of refractive surgery services, physician education, patient management protocols, advanced cataract surgery initiatives, and implementation of emerging refractive and imaging technologies. Earlier experience included technical management and consulting work in magnetic resonance imaging systems, product planning, and biomedical engineering applications. Their clinical and academic activities have also included participation in advisory panels, ophthalmic technology consulting, residency selection initiatives, and national committee service focused on refractive surgery standards, clinical education, and ophthalmic best practices. Committee and editorial responsibilities have included service on the Preferred Practice Pattern Committee for Refractive Surgery for the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Refractive Surgery Clinical Committee for the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and the Editorial Board of the Journal of Refractive Surgery.

Research and scholarly contributions have centered on refractive surgery outcomes, corneal biomechanics, keratoconus screening, femtosecond laser applications, dry eye disease, intraocular lens technologies, and ophthalmic imaging systems. This expert has authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, review articles, book chapters, educational materials, and invited presentations addressing refractive surgery safety, corneal ectasia detection, premium intraocular lens technologies, posterior corneal astigmatism, wavefront analysis, and postoperative ophthalmic complications. Their work has also included participation as co-principal investigator in a Phase 3 clinical trial involving adjustable lens technology, along with faculty presentations and instructional courses delivered at national and international ophthalmology conferences. Holding a Doctor of Medicine degree, a Master of Science degree in Engineering Physics with specialization in Biomedical Engineering, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Physics and Mathematics, this expert combines medical, engineering, imaging, and surgical expertise in ophthalmic evaluation and treatment. Professional affiliations include Fellow status in the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Ophthalmology, as well as membership in the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, the International Society of Refractive Surgery, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.