Bruce J. Ballon, MD
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Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon Certified VISX and VISX CustomVue laser Certified Verisyse lenses Certified IntraLase LASIK method
HONORS AND CERTIFICATION Who's Who in Health Care Alpha Omega Alpha Phi Kappa Phi Carnation Award Harold Nemuth Pharmacology Award
Board Certified, American Academy of Ophthalmology
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The Difference is our Doctors! Dr. Ballon is a highly skilled eye surgeon with an excellent bedside manner. He is a com-prehensive ophthalmologist and advanced eye surgeon. Dr. Ballon performs CustomVue LASIK, PRK, Verisyse Phakic Lens Implants, Refractive Lens Exchange, Cataract Surgery with standard or premium upgrade multifocal lenses, as well as holding a weekly retina clinic where fluorescein digital angiography can help diagnose diseases of the retina. Dr. Ballon is one of the first two Surgeons in the state of Washington to perform phakic lens implant with the Verisyse lens. Dr. Ballon is the first Surgeon in the state of Washington to insert the ReZoom mulitfocal lens. Dr. Ballon has practiced at the prestigious Hawaiian Eye Center as well as at the Lafayette Eye Center and North Cascade Eye Associates here in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Harman, Dr. Ballon, and Dr. Wietharn are partners and plan to work here at The Harman Eye Clinic until the day they retire. This fact is comforting to patients who seek a commitment and wish to develop a rapport with their Eye Doctor and surgeon over a period of time. BACKGROUND: Dr. Ballon first received his BA in East Asian Studies, 1981. Dr. Ballon speaks and writes fluent Mandarin. In 1988, Dr. Ballon received his Medical Degree from the Medical College of Virginia. His Internship, Internal Medicine, was completed at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. During 1989-1992, Dr. Ballon's Residency was completed at the renowned Duke University Eye Center. Dr. Ballon loves to play tennis. He practices yoga and relaxes through Chinese watercolor painting Appointments can be made now by calling 1-800-755-3937. Dr. Ballon is in the office Monday through Friday for your convenience. |
