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Angela Gauthier, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Director of the Cornea Service at Glaucoma-Cataract Consultants. A Maryland native, she graduated summa cum laude from Dartmouth College with an AB in Neuroscience, earned her medical degree from Yale School of Medicine, and completed ophthalmology residency and a Cornea and External Disease fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute. She joined the practice in 2023. Dr. Gauthier diagnoses and treats a wide range of corneal and lens conditions, from refractive errors and cataracts to Fuchs dystrophy and keratoconus. She offers refractive surgery (LASIK/PRK), cataract surgery with standard and premium lenses, IOL exchanges, and iris or scleral-fixated lens solutions. She is experienced with modern corneal transplantation techniques, including DMEK, DSAEK, and PKP, and is committed to individualized care that prioritizes safety, clarity of vision, and long-term ocular health.

Michael E. Sulewski, MD, is a cornea, cataract and anterior segment surgeon who helps patients restore clarity and comfort when the front of the eye is affected by disease or prior surgery. He performs advanced cataract surgery, manages complex intraocular lens issues and offers the full spectrum of corneal transplantation—including keratoprosthesis—tailoring each procedure to the patient’s goals and ocular health. Dr. Sulewski also provides refractive options and comprehensive care for a wide range of corneal and ocular surface disorders. At the Wilmer Eye Institute, he serves in both clinical and educational roles and is committed to surgical outcomes research that continuously improves patient care. Patients appreciate his direct communication style and thoughtful, step-by-step guidance from evaluation through recovery. His practice spans several Johns Hopkins locations, making specialized corneal care accessible across the region.

Dr. L. Dean Flanders is a cornea, cataract, and refractive surgeon at Washington Eye Physicians & Surgeons in Chevy Chase, Maryland. He completed fellowship training in cornea and refractive surgery at the University of California, San Diego and focuses on vision-restoring procedures that reduce dependence on glasses and contacts. Patients turn to Dr. Flanders for refractive cataract surgery with advanced IOL options and for laser vision correction tailored to lifestyle and goals. His clinical interests include LASIK and PRK, implantable collamer lenses, and the diagnosis and treatment of corneal disease using both full- and partial-thickness transplantation (DMEK, DSAEK, PKP, DALK). Dr. Flanders’ background includes a BS from Brigham Young University, an MD from The Ohio State University College of Medicine, an internal medicine internship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, and ophthalmology residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School, where he served as chief resident. Outside the clinic, he enjoys time with family and friends, tennis, and exploring new restaurants.