Ophthalmology Services & Comprehensive Eye Exams

At Visionary Ophthalmology in Bethesda, MD, you will receive one of the most comprehensive eye exams possible using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. This allows us to accurately detect eye disease or other abnormalities early, often before they present any symptoms. Early detection in many cases can lead to treatments that will prevent vision loss.

Our innovative testing capabilities include:      

• Heidelberg Retinal Tomography (HRT)
• Fluorescein angiography
• Computerized visual field exam
• IOL Master biometry
• Marco EPIC electronic refraction
• Oculus Pentacam Scheimpflug camera

Once your eye exam is complete, your test results will be thoroughly explained so you have a complete understanding of your current eye health and vision needs.

Make an appointment today and you and your family members can get complete optometry services from our team of experienced eye doctors. We offer:

• Eye examinations for adults & children
• Diagnosis of eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy & macular degeneration
• Treatment for dry, irritated or tearing eyes, including punctal plugs & neutraceuticals
• Treatment of eye infections
• Pre- & postoperative care
• Contact lens fittings, even for hard-to-fit patients

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Expert Procedures

Another procedure available at Visionary Ophthalmology is corneal transplant surgery. Dr. Martinez has performed thousands of corneal transplant surgeries and was one of the first in the area to offer automated endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK), which offers less postoperative astigmatism and a faster recovery.

Dr. Martinez is also one of only a few eye surgeons in the United States offering corneal tattooing. This procedure can benefit patients with disfigured corneas who are not candidates for cornea transplant surgery.

Corneal Surgery

Here at Visionary Ophthalmology, we can address mild myopia (nearsightedness) and keratoconus (corneal thinning) with INTACS® corneal inserts. INTACS inserts gently reshape the curvature of your cornea from within, enhancing the natural shape of your eye to correct your vision. INTACS are a flexible alternative in that they can be replaced or removed if your vision correction needs to be changed.

Refractive Lens Exchange

Refractive lens exchange replaces the natural lens of your eye with an advanced Multifocal or accommodating intraocular lens (IOL), allowing clear vision at all distances. Our eye doctors utilize the very latest microsurgical techniques and lenses, including ReSTOR® and ReZOOM™ intraocular lens implants, and Visian® and Verisyse® phakic lenses.

Visian ICL Implantable Collamer Lens

The Visian ICL, often referred to as an implantable contact lens, is inserted into the eye during a short surgical procedure. Unlike LASIK or PRK, the Visian ICL implantation does not permanently change the shape of the eye. Also, the Visian ICL may improve your quality of vision better than many other refractive procedures, because the Visian ICL is ideal for some patients with contraindications for laser refractive surgery (LASIK and PRK).

Diabetic Eye Disease

If you need treatment for diabetic retinopathy or retinal vascular disease, you’ll feel confident knowing that the eye doctors at Visionary Ophthalmology are highly skilled in today’s most advanced laser techniques. Plus, Dr. Allen specializes in medical retina and offers you advanced training in this area.

Glaucoma Treatment

When treating glaucoma, our eye doctors always look at conservative approaches first, such as pressure-reducing eye drops. Effective in-office laser treatment is available for more advanced cases of glaucoma.

Refractive Surgery

Visionary Ophthalmology is one of only a handful of area practices that offer CustomVue™ LASIK with the VISX® STAR S4. This innovative laser uses WaveScan® Technology, the WavePrint® Map and 3D ActiveTrak® for the best LASIK results possible. LASIK can safely and effectively eliminate nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.

Dr. Martinez is a pioneer in refractive surgery and pterygium, having participated in clinical trials that resulted in the development of the Excimer laser for LASIK and PRK. Our eye doctors use the IntraLase® Method to perform the important first step in the LASIK procedure, which is to create the corneal flap. IntraLase achieves this with rapid pulses of laser light; the procedure is 100% blade-free.

Cataract Surgery

Together, our eye doctors have performed many thousands of successful cataract surgeries. They use the revolutionary “no-stitch,” “no-patch,” “no-injection” method. With this simple outpatient procedure, your cataract is removed and a modern intraocular lens is implanted to restore your vision. It’s quick, safe, effective and offers a rapid recovery time of just a day or two.

On-Site Eye Care Surgeries

Visionary Ophthalmology’s state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the most advanced medical equipment available, including both YAG and argon laser technology. Glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy can be treated right in our office, affording you the ultimate in convenience and efficiency. Other
in-office procedures include:

NearVision SM Conductive Keratoplasty® (CK) — This FDA-approved treatment is recommended for people who are over 40 and have Presbyopia, which is the inability to focus on nearby objects. CK uses gentle radiofrequency energy to reshape the cornea and restore near focus.

Pterygium Surgery — Pterygium is a benign thickening of the outer coating of the eye that grows onto the cornea. It can become dark in color, irritated and even disrupt vision. Dr. Martinez is an internationally recognized leader in Pterygium surgery; he has performed thousands of procedures that offer excellent cosmetic outcomes and an extremely low recurrence rate of 2.16%.

For more information about our comprehensive eye examinations, call our Bethesda ophthalmology office at 877-675-8510