“The staff was knowledgeable, quick, kind and considerate! The surgery was extremely quick, comfortable, and painless. I wasn't sure what the end result would be due to my high current prescription with astigmatisms. However, after only four days to my surprsie so far I can…”
LASIK surgeon
Brad Ballard, M.D.
Dr. Ballard is a board-certified ophthalmologist who has performed thousands of laser eye surgery treatments and thousands of other eye procedures.
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About Dr. Ballard
Board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Brad Ballard, M.D., has performed thousands of laser eye surgery treatments as well as thousands of other eye surgeries. He earned his Bachelor of Science from the United States Military Academy at West Point and then went on to receive his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. He then went on to complete his transitional year internship at Tripler Army Medical Center before completing his Ophthalmology residency at Madigan Army Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident.
In his free time, Dr. Ballard likes to spend time with his family and coach his kids’ sports teams. He also gives back to the community by volunteering with the PTA and performing pediatric eye exams and screenings at school.
What patients say about Dr. Ballard
Combined from the Baltimore, Richmond, Virginia Beach and Rockville centers where Dr. Ballard performs surgery.
“It’s been two days since my lasik procedure and I could not be happier. I came in on a Thursday and had my procedure the following Tuesday. I have been wearing glasses or contacts since I was 13 and am now in my 50s. Amazing…”
“Recently got a consultation where the staff was exceptionally polite and patient. Answered any questions I’d had about the procedure, payment, etc. a month later I was on the books and went in to get the procedure completed. Around 90 minutes in office on procedure…”
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