Prior to joining VED in December, 2017, Dr. Hammer was with Baltimore Washington Eye Center. Dr. Hammer earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, School of Medicine followed by an Internship at Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. He then completed his training with a residency in Ophthalmology at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center which serves the greater Washington, DC Metro area. Dr. Hammer served as Chief of Ophthalmology at Ireland Community Hospital in Fort Knox, Kentucky. Dr. Hammer enjoys spending time with his family and is very involved with the community. His commitment and his passion for his work is demonstrated by the loyalty of his patients. Dr. Hammer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Cataract Removal.

Emerson T. Que, M.D., is an assistant professor of ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Que’s primary focus is on delivering patient-centered surgical care for cataracts. His emphasis is comprehensive ophthalmology, which integrates advanced diagnostic skills, compassionate communication, and patient education to optimize outcomes. Dr. Que is committed to evidence-based practice, multidisciplinary collaboration and continuous quality improvement. Selected Publications Kurup SK, Que ET, Kauffmann Jokl DH. The World Trade Center Disaster: A Brief On-site Report from Ground Zero. Arch Ophthalmol. 2002;120(3):395–396. doi:10.1001/archopht.120.3.395. Dr. Que is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Strabismus.

Caroline Cromelin is an Ophthalmologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Cromelin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. Her top areas of expertise are Amblyopia, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Strabismus, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

Dr. Brooks G. Brown III is an ophthalmologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. He practices out of Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Brown earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Brown is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Chalazion, Cataract, and Eyelid Bump.

"Dr. Shah is an AUPO-fellowship trained ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the retina, macula, and vitreous. A Pennsylvania native, Dr. Shah attended college at West Chester University of Pennsylvania. He later earned his medical degree at Drexel University College of Medicine and remained there to pursue his residency in Ophthalmology where he was also honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Shah then pursued his fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at the Associated Retina Consultants in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Shah has been privileged to author or co-author over 40 book chapters and topics as well as publish scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals. He has been invited to lecture both physicians and students on current clinical issues. As a resident, he received multiple honors including Intern of the Year, Resident of the Year, and the Golden Apple for Teaching by the College of Medicine. He was even bestowed with Hahnemann University Hospital's highest award for training physicians – ""Excellence in Clinical Practice for a Fellow, Resident, or Intern."" Dr. Shah enjoys all aspects of retinal disease, but has particular interests in the management of acute, subacute, and chronic retinal disorders including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and complex retinal detachments. Dr. Shah is a member of the American Society of Retinal Specialists and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.". Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Orbital Cellulitis, Hyphema, Kallikrein Hypertension, and Optic Atrophy Type 1.

Chetankumar Patel is an Ophthalmologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Endophthalmitis. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Stephens is an Ophthalmologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Stephens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Hyphema. Dr. Stephens is currently accepting new patients.

David Parver is an Ophthalmologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Parver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Neuroretinitis, and Hyphema.

Jordan Heffez is an Ophthalmologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Heffez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis, X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.

Mona Kaleem, M.D. is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute. She is a fellowship trained glaucoma and cataract surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. She is broadly trained in the medical and surgical care of glaucoma. Her excellence in patient care, teaching, and research activities resulted in her selection to the American Glaucoma Society. She was also selected by her peers as a Baltimore Magazine “Top Doctor” in 2018, 2019 and 2021. In 2020, Dr. Kaleem was honored with the American Academy of Ophthalmology's Achievement Award. Dr. Kaleem was born and raised in Maryland. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Economics with double minors in Biology and Chemistry at Smith College prior to entering the Howard University College of Medicine. There, she was a Trustee Scholar and awardee of the Malcolm X Scholarship due to her leadership in community service. She completed her medical training at Mercy Medical Center, Howard University Hospital, and the Cleveland Clinic. She has a strong interest in volunteerism and has participated in medical missions globally and in underserved areas within the United States. Dr. Kaleem is also known for her involvement in grass roots legislative efforts that impact the way that ophthalmology care is delivered and received in the United States. She is one of the hosts of the Diagnosis Glaucoma podcast and co-authored the book Glaucoma: What Every Patient Should Know with Dr. Harry Quigley. CV https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/-/media/wilmer/documents/cvs/Kaleem-cv.pdf. Dr. Kaleem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

Kourosh Nazari is an Ophthalmologist in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Nazari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Kallikrein Hypertension, Eyelid Bump, and Chalazion.

Dr. Colleen A. Joseph is an ophthalmologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. She practices out of Metropolitan Ophthalmology Associates in Chevy Chase, Md. and McLean, Va. Dr. Joseph earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. She completed an internship at St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center and a residency in ophthalmology at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Dr. Joseph is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. Her top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Eyelid Bump, and Blepharitis.

Vinay Desai is an Ophthalmologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Kallikrein Hypertension. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

Melissa Denham-Gage is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Denham-Gage is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Bronchitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19.

Jean Masoso is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Masoso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Zoon Vulvitis, Bronchitis, and Pneumonia.

Anatoli Bute-Gusaim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Bute-Gusaim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Acute Cystitis, Tonsillitis, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.

Dana Bebu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Bebu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. Her top areas of expertise are Flu, Acute Cystitis, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Bebu is currently accepting new patients.

Rafai Bukhari is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Bukhari has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Acute Cystitis, Cellulitis, and COVID-19.

Maryann Ifurung is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Ifurung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Acute Cystitis, Flu, and COVID-19. Dr. Ifurung is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Hendrix is an Ophthalmologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Hendrix is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyphema. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Meibomianitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Chalazion. Dr. Hendrix is currently accepting new patients.