Dr. Katherine Whalen

Elisse Park, MD, is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist who evaluates and treats a wide range of eye conditions, including cataract, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. She offers cataract surgery with advanced intraocular lens options, performs glaucoma laser procedures and YAG capsulotomy, and provides in-office treatments such as intravitreal injections. Dr. Park also treats chalazia and eyelid lesions. Dr. Park graduated magna cum laude from Georgetown University and earned her medical degree from the Georgetown University School of Medicine. She completed an internal-medicine internship at Mount Sinai West/Morningside and ophthalmology residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, where she received a Resident Research Award and contributed to publications and invited talks. Patients appreciate her steady communication, thoughtful surgical planning and focus on practical results that support daily life and long-term eye health.

Dr. Laura B. Hall is a board-certified ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon caring for patients in Meriden, Connecticut. She provides comprehensive eye exams and individualized treatment plans for conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, dry eye, and astigmatism. Patients value her clear explanations, warm bedside manner, and collaborative approach to choosing the best lens and surgical options for their vision goals. Dr. Hall also enjoys conversational Spanish and strives to make every visit comfortable and easy to understand. Dr. Hall earned her medical degree at Yale School of Medicine after graduating magna cum laude with Distinction in Biology from the University of Pennsylvania. She completed a preliminary medicine internship at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury and an ophthalmology residency at Yale New Haven Hospital, where her interests included migraine therapies and strategies to improve glaucoma medication adherence. She is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and remains active in patient education and community programs supporting individuals with vision impairment.

Adam Ross-Hirsch, MD is a comprehensive ophthalmologist with a surgical focus on cataract and glaucoma care. He performs both traditional and laser-assisted cataract surgery and is trained in microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), helping patients reduce dependence on drops while protecting vision. Dr. Ross-Hirsch emphasizes refractive cataract planning, including astigmatism-correcting procedures and presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses, so each plan reflects a patient’s lifestyle and visual goals. Dr. Ross-Hirsch graduated summa cum laude from Cornell University and earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He completed internship and ophthalmology residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University, serving as chief resident in his final year. He is on staff at Stamford Hospital and operates at Wilton Surgery Center. Patients value his calm, thorough explanations and collaborative style—whether they need routine eye care, advanced cataract solutions, or integrated glaucoma treatment at the time of cataract surgery.