- Pediatric CareWhen Dr. Thomas Frey and I began this practice in 1976, if someone had told me that I would enjoy going to work every day for forty years I would have simply responded “no way”. Unbeknownst to me at that time, valid surveys have been done over the years to evaluate professional satisfaction. The two top-rated medical specialties are pediatrics and ophthalmology. They seem very dissimilar but what they have in common is the reward of establishing long-term relationships with patients and families.
- GlaucomaTreatment for glaucoma involves lowering the eye pressure. Glaucoma occurs because the eye's own drain is not functioning properly for a variety of reasons. Surgery is done to create a new drain in the eye. This can be done by creating a trap door in the wall of the eye (trabeculectomy), or by inserting a small device to drain fluid (tube shunt). Other types of glaucoma surgery include surgical lasers that decrease the amount of fluid made by the eye (endocyclophotocoagulation, transcleral cyclophotocoagulation). You and your doctor will discuss what is best in your situation.
- OphthalmologyNorthern Virginia Ophthalmology Associates, P.C. (NVOA) is a multidisciplinary practice that provides medical and surgical care for your eyes. Your eye health is our number one concern.
- Macular Degeneration
- Laser Eye SurgeryOptions to minimize the need for glasses include LASIK (laser in-situ keratomileuisis) or PRK (photorefractive keratotomy). Both procedures involve using surgical lasers to reshape the cornea, the clear dome shaped tissue that is located in the front of the eye.
- Cataracts"Cataract" is a term for clouding of the internal lens of the eye. The clouding can occur in a number of different patterns, and cause problems such as blurry vision, glare, trouble reading, and worsening nearsightedness. Surgery involves removal of the clouded lens from the thin capsule that surrounds it, and replacing it with a new lens. It is always done in the operating room by an eye surgeon. Laser can sometimes be used for small parts of the surgery.
- Cataract SurgeryIf you are scheduled for cataract surgery, please review the below consent video (provided in English and in Spanish) prior to your pre-op (Ascan) appointment. If you have difficulties with the video, please contact your physician's surgery coordinator...
- Eye ExamFor your eye exam. If our optometrist determines that you have a medical eye condition, the optometrist will refer you to see one of
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- General SurgeryOur physicians offer comprehensive ophthalmic services ranging from general eye care to eye disease management to eye surgery. We also offer optometric services, including contact lens fittings and routine eye exams. Please use the links below to explore our offerings for in-office services and surgical services.
- Reconstructive SurgeryHe remains active in research and publication, and has served as a course director and / or co-director on many occasions - teaching techniques in adult strabismus and in pediatric ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Ellis has been an invited speaker at numerous national and international conferences, including named lectureships and visiting professorships. He currently serves on the editorial board of the Journal of the American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. He has been listed as a “top doctor†both regionally and nationally. Dr. Ellis’s areas of recognized expertise include adult and pediatric strabismus surgery, correction of congenital and acquired eyelid and orbital abnormalities, tear duct surgery, and pediatric cataract surgery.
- BotoxBotox® injections are often used for cosmetic purposes, but are also used to treat certain eye muscle disorders. Please talk to your doctor about whether you are a candidate for this treatment.
- Eyelid SurgeryDr. Morrison’s areas of recognized expertise include the diagnosis and treatment of amblyopia and strabismus for children and adults, neonatal ophthalmology, retinopathy of prematurity, chronic tearing, blocked tear ducts and congenital ocular abnormalities. She also specializes in adjustable suture strabismus surgery, Botox muscle injection and eyelid surgery.
- Plastic SurgeryHe has authored numerous original scientific articles and book chapters in the fields of pediatric ophthalmology, strabismus, and ophthalmic plastic surgery.
- BlepharoplastyOculoplastic surgery involves the medical and surgical management of the eyelids, tear ducts, and structures around the eye. Common treatments involve surgical correction of Ptosis (droopy eyelids) and Blepharoplasty (removal of excess eyelid skin); treatment of injuries, congenital defects, and tumors affecting the eyelids as well as the tissues and bones surrounding the eyes; management of blocked tear ducts; and Botox®