Chad D. Hummel, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and refractive surgery. Dr. Hummel received his bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies (Medical Scholars Program) from the University of Delaware. He received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Hummel completed his residency training in ophthalmology at the University of Florida ‐... Read More about Chad D. Hummel, MD

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Growing up in the Commonwealth of Dominica, Anne-Marie Johnrose-Brown was always curious about the medical care her family members received from their doctors. She joined ArchWell Health because she believes older adults need healthcare that caters specifically to their needs. Outside of work, she loves to practice yoga and collect herbs and spices from around the world.

Jill M. Marrotte, OD received her Bachelor of Science Degree with Honors in Neuroscience from the University Of Rochester. She graduated with her Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Marrotte holds Board Certification as an Optometric Physician in both Florida and Massachusetts. She has been a member of the American Optometric... Read More about Jill M. Marrotte, OD

Joshua Roe, MD is a fellowship-trained, board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cornea and refractive surgery. He continues to be active in the field academically publishing both research and review articles. He spent the first part of his career in the Air Force where he was the Director of the Cornea & Refractive Surgery services at Madigan Army Medical Center. There, he... Read More about Joshua Roe, MD

Leonard S. Kirsch, MD is a fellowship-trained vitreous and retina specialist. He is internationally known for the numerous papers and lectures he has presented here and abroad. Dr. Kirsch is currently an active participant in ongoing research to find new treatments for diseases of the retina. His expertise in the most advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques of all diseases of... Read More about Leonard S. Kirsch, M.D.

Robert J. Weinstock, M.D. is a board certified ophthalmologist and fellowship trained cataract and refractive surgeon. After completing his residency in 2001, he continued his training with a refractive and cataract fellowship under his father Stephen M. Weinstock, M.D. at The Eye Institute of West Florida. Dr. Weinstock currently serves as the Director of Cataract and Refractive Surgery at The... Read More about Robert J. Weinstock, MD

Dr. Priti Panchal completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia in Athens before graduating from the University of Alabama, School of Optometry, Birmingham in 2009. Dr. Panchal has experience in providing comprehensive eye care. She has the training and experience necessary to initiate diagnostic testing and treatment for virtually all eye and visual conditions, abnormalities, in addition to... Read More about Priti B. Panchal, OD

Richard J. Hairston, MD, FACS, is a vitreous and retina specialist. He joined The Eye Institute in June 2001 coming from a busy retina practice in Washington, DC. Dr. Hairston graduated from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and did his residency at the Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute at Johns Hopkins University. He completed a fellowship in diseases and surgery... Read More about Richard J. Hairston, M.D.

Stephen M. Weinstock, MD, FACS, is a refractive cataract and LASIK specialist. He founded The Eye Institute of West Florida in 1974, pioneering sub-specialty eye care in Pinellas County. Today, as President and Medical Director, Dr. Weinstock is recognized as a world renowned refractive cataract and LASIK surgeon. He teaches the latest techniques, such as “no-stitch, no-patch” cataract extraction and... Read More about Stephen M. Weinstock, M.D.

Dr. Lewis Apter has been practicing general ophthalmologist for 36 years and has an equal number of years as a Pinellas County resident. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive medical and surgical experience. He joined The Eye Institute in 2007. Dr. Apter acquired his medical degree from The University of Geneva, Switzerland before attending the University of Miami, School... Read More about Lewis I. Apter, MD

James A. Roberts, MD grew up in St. Petersburg, FL. He went to the University of Florida to receive his bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and obtained his doctorate of medicine from East Tennessee State University in 1984. After his internship and Ophthalmology residency in Tennessee, Dr. Roberts moved back to Pinellas County. He spent 31 years practicing Ophthalmology for a... Read More about James A. Roberts, MD

Melinda L. Gruszka, O.D. settled in Florida after completing her Doctor’s Degree in Optometry in 2009. Her experience and expertise with post-operative patient care and clinical studies made her a great candidate for The Eye Institute of West Florida. We are proud to have Dr. Gruszka join our group of caring physicians. Dr. Gruszka works closely with our corneal specialist,... Read More about Melinda L. Gruszka, OD

Neel R. Desai, MD is a fellowship-trained, board-certified, ophthalmologist strictly specializing in LASIK, cataract and corneal diseases of the eye. Dr. Desai is a top graduate of the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his fellowship in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University. He is recognized throughout the country and... Read More about Neel R. Desai, M.D.

Douglas G. Johnson, OD has been providing comprehensive eye care for families in Pinellas County for over 29 years. He has the training and experience necessary to initiate diagnostic testing for virtually all eye and vision conditions, and he treats patients with many eye diseases and abnormalities. His careful attention to detail has given him a reputation for providing his... Read More about Douglas G. Johnson, OD

Brandon C. Clair, M.D. is an ophthalmologist specializing in oculoplastic, orbital, and reconstructive surgery. After growing up outside of Philadelphia, PA, Dr. Clair completed medical school in New York at SUNY Upstate Medical University. He then went to Baltimore, MD for his internship at the University of Maryland Medical Center, where he met his wife. Afterward, he returned to New... Read More about Brandon C. Clair, MD

Brittany Smith, PA-C is a NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant who joined The Eye Institute in 2023. Brittany graduated from the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry. Her master’s degree is from South University – Tampa. Prior to Physician Assistant school, Brittany worked in Ophthalmology for 3 years as well as in the Emergency Department for 3... Read More about Brittany Smith, PA-C

Optum is a leading information and technology-enabled health services business dedicated to helping make the health system work better for everyone. With more than 180,000 people worldwide, Optum delivers intelligent, integrated solutions that help to modernize the health system and improve overall population health. Optum is part of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH).