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Dr. Gregory Bligard is an ophthalmology resident physician at Washington University in St. Louis, where he serves as Chief of Ophthalmic Trauma. With an MD/PhD from Washington University and a background in biomedical research, he brings scientific rigor and calm, hands-on focus to urgent eye care and comprehensive clinic visits. In the hospital and clinic, Dr. Bligard evaluates eye injuries, cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease and other common conditions, and coordinates surgical care with subspecialty teams when needed. Patients value his clear communication and steady bedside manner during stressful situations. He is committed to teaching and evidence-based practice, translating new research into everyday care while ensuring each patient understands their diagnosis and options.

Dr. David Nasrazadani is a comprehensive ophthalmologist with experience in oculoplastics, medical retina, and the management of mild to moderate glaucoma. He provides thorough eye examinations, explains findings in easy-to-understand terms, and tailors care plans that may include medications, in-office procedures, or referral for subspecialty surgery when needed. After graduating from Emporia State University, he earned his medical degree at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, served as a clinical research coordinator at Duke Eye Center, and completed ophthalmology residency training at the University of Kansas. At Mattax Neu Prater Eye Center, Dr. Nasrazadani works within a team of surgical and medical eye-care professionals to deliver coordinated care across cataract, oculoplastic, and retina services. He enjoys partnering with patients and their primary eye-care providers to protect vision and maintain comfortable, healthy eyes.

Dr. Christopher Hwang is an ophthalmologist with advanced training in uveitis, ocular immunology, medical retina, and vitreoretinal surgery. He earned a degree in mathematics from Dartmouth College and then completed the Medical Scientist Training Program at Emory University School of Medicine, receiving combined MD/PhD degrees. He completed an intern year at ChristianaCare Hospital in Delaware and ophthalmology residency at the Scheie Eye Institute at the University of Pennsylvania, where he received the Heed Ophthalmic Foundation Fellowship award in his senior year. Dr. Hwang then trained at the National Eye Institute at the National Institutes of Health, completing a fellowship in uveitis and ocular immunology/medical retina. He went on to complete a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at Washington University in St Louis and joined Retina Consultants of Minnesota in 2022. He is active in national ophthalmology and retina organizations and is committed to careful evaluation and clear explanations for patients with complex retinal and inflammatory eye disease.