Ophthalmologists | Eye Doctors | The Eye Institute of West Florida

Cataract / Refractive / LASIK Specialists

The board-certified, fellowship-trained Cataract, Refractive and LASIK surgeons at The Eye Institute of West Florida specialize in performing laser cataract surgery. These physicians utilize the latest technological equipment including lasers and state-of-the-art IOLs (intra-ocular lenses) along with advanced, no-stitch surgical techniques to deliver freedom from glasses.

Stephen M. Weinstock, MD

Robert J. Weinstock, MD

Neel R. Desai, MD

Chad D. Hummel, MD

Cornea Specialist

Advanced techniques in corneal surgery surgery including DMEK, DSAEK, and corneal transplants/grafts have allowed patients with little other options to see again. Our Cornea Specialist is highly-trained in treating Pterygium, Keratoconus, Fuchs’ Dystrophy, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Dry Eye, and other cornea-related diseases.

Neel R. Desai, MD

Joshua Roe, MD

Glaucoma Specialists

Our Glaucoma Specialists specialize in glaucoma treatment and surgery. Our Glaucoma Care Team treats narrow-angle and open-angle glaucoma with laser surgery such as MIGS (Minimally-Invasive Glaucoma Surgery), SLT (Selective Trabeculoplasty), and Iridoplasty along with medicated drops for pressure stabilization.

Amy Z. Martino, MD

Retina / Vitreous Specialists

Many seniors can experience vision loss from retina-related problems. The Retina Specialists are fellowship-trained to treat diseases and issues of the retina and vitreous including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, flashes and floaters, retinal detachment, macular edema, and more with advanced surgical techniques and retinal injections.

Leonard S. Kirsch, MD

Richard J. Hairston, MD

Janie Ho, MD

Sejal Shah, MD

Oculoplastic and Aesthetics Specialists

Droopy eyelids can affect vision and cause people to seem tired. Our fellowship-trained Oculoplastic Surgeons specialize in surgical procedures around the eye including upper and lower Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty), Ptosis Repair, Brow Lifts as well as cosmetic procedures including BOTOX and injectables, cosmetic fillers, and laser skin rejuvenation.

Brandon C. Clair, MD

Comprehensive Ophthalmologists

Our Ophthalmologists specialize in diagnosing eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, corneal problems, and retinal issues. They also see prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses and see patients for routine eye care and check-ups.

Lewis Apter, MD

Winston T. Cope, MD

James A. Roberts, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmology, Adult & Pediatric Strabismus

Julia M. Byrd, MD

Optometric Physicians

The Optometric Physicians (ODs) at The Eye Institute of West Florida are primary eye health care providers and at the frontline of eye and vision care. They perform routine eye exams and prescribe and fit patients with eye glasses and contact lenses. In many cases, they diagnose patients suffering from eye-related problems and refer them to eye specialists for further diagnosis and treatment.

Douglas G. Johnson, OD

Mary Lou Smith, OD

Priti B. Panchal, OD

Ryan T. Sacksteder, OD

Melinda L. Gruszka, OD

Nora Lee Cothran, OD, FAAO