Dr. Ollya Fromal

Dr. Kisha Piggott is a retina specialist in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at Washington University School of Medicine. She provides medical and surgical care for conditions that affect the retina and vitreous, with a focus on preserving vision and helping patients understand their treatment options. She completed residency training in ophthalmology at Washington University School of Medicine and a fellowship in vitreoretinal disease and surgery. She earned her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and also completed a PhD in Immunology at Emory University. Dr. Piggott treats diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, macular holes and macular pucker, and retinal injuries from ocular trauma. She also has a special focus in ocular oncology, including uveal melanoma. Her research interests include uveal melanoma, bringing scientific insight to patient care.

Dr. Avinash V. Honasoge, MD, PhD is a vitreoretinal surgeon who treats the full range of medical and surgical retina conditions. His clinical interests include age-related macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, retinal detachment, macular holes and epiretinal membranes, retinal vascular diseases, uveitis, and managing dislocated intraocular lenses. He combines meticulous technique with evidence-based decision-making to preserve and restore vision whenever possible. Dr. Honasoge completed a transitional year in St. Louis, ophthalmology residency at Washington University, and a two-year fellowship in diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreous at The Retina Institute. He earned both his medical degree and a graduate research degree in Birmingham. In the clinic and operating room, he emphasizes clear education, thoughtful counseling on risks and benefits, and close follow-up tailored to each patient’s diagnosis and goals.

Dr. Bliss O’Bryhim is a retina specialist who cares for adults with medical and surgical diseases of the retina and vitreous. She treats conditions such as retinal tears and detachments, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusions, offering advanced imaging, office-based injections, and state-of-the-art surgery when needed. Patients value her clear explanations and steady, compassionate care during what can be urgent or vision-threatening situations. Dr. O’Bryhim completed ophthalmology residency and retina fellowship training at Washington University in St. Louis after earning combined MD/PhD MSTP degrees at the University of Kansas Medical Center. With a strong background in research and clinical care, she is dedicated to evidence-based decisions and close follow-up aimed at preserving and restoring sight.