Intralase is the safest method for creating the corneal flap. Using the IntraLase FS laser to create the corneal flap with a safe laser beam instead of a blade.
Washington Doctors
Dr. Dean M. Conger, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Conger began his career by earning his M.D. from George Washington University. He did his internship at the University of Washington and his residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He went on to receive further training for Ophthalmology and Glaucoma Research.
Dr. Conger has been practicing ophthalmology since 1998 and his success led him accept a position as a Medical Director of an eye clinic. In addition to his regular work, he is also an active staff member at the Highline Community Hospital, Valley Medical Center and the Sweedish Medical Center.
His philosophy towards patients has always been one of openly conversing with them, striving to provide his patients with all the information they require to make informed decisions about their health.
Dr. Conger's Professional Memberships
American Academy of Ophthalmology
American College of Surgeons
Washington Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
American Board of Ophthalmology (Board Certification)
Luna Eye Center
1370 116th Ave NE, Suite 209
Bellevue, WA, 98004
Dr. Michael B. Brush, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Brush is a graduate of Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at the University of Washington and, after earning board certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology, he has gone on to accumulate 7 years professional experience and has been able to perform more than 1000 surgeries.
His training includes expertise in cataract surgery, eyelid surgery and Lasik. In addition to surgery, the doctor also routinely sees patient for complete eye exams, to assess such problems as glaucoma, diabetes and/or macular degeneration, among other things.
Dr. Brush's Professional Memberships
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Washington Association of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
Luna Eye Center
12209 E Mission Ave, Suite 1
Spokane Valley, WA, 99206
Dr. Jessica Connolly, OD
Dr. Jessica Connolly was raised in Washington before she went on to receive her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Oregon in Eugene, in which she graduated with academic honors. During this time Dr. Connolly realized that she had a passion for the healthcare field, and decided to pursue eye care at the New England College of Optometry in Boston. She obtained her Doctorate of Optometry was awarded the Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society for her outstanding academic achievement.
Clinical externship training included the VA Medical Center in West Roxbury, MA; Lahey Medical Center Hospital in Peabody, MA; the North End Community Health Center in Boston, MA; and Dimock Community Health Center in Boston, MA. She also received specialty training from contact lens fittings, management of ocular disease and co-management of surgical patients to pediatrics and binocular vision. She was awarded clinical honors during her rotations for excellence in patient care.
Dr.Connolly is a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa honor society, American Optometric Association and the Oregon Optometric Physicians Association. Dr. Connolly joined Luna Eye Center in 2006 and resides with her husband in the Pacific Northwest.
