Our Doctors

Pierre R. Alfred, MD

Giving people a clear choice in vision care

“I was drawn to ophthalmology because it gives me the opportunity to help people improve, enhance and protect their vision. But I like the idea that I’m restoring more than patients’ vision. I’m restoring their ability to interact and appreciate the world around them – their loved ones and friends, the beauty of nature and the ability to see it all clearly. And I love the fact that we offer the most advanced leading-edge technology in western Massachusetts – to give patients an even clearer choice for their total vision care.”

• Board Certified:
  American Board of Ophthalmology
  
  
• Specialties:
  Laser refractive surgery
  Cataract and glaucoma surgery
  Microsurgery
  
  
• Residency:
  University of California, San Francisco
  
  
• MD:
  University of California, San Francisco
  
  
• BA:
  University of California, Berkeley
  
  
• Former Assistant Professor:
  Ophthalmology, University of California, San Francisco
  
  
• Member:
  American Academy of Ophthalmology
  American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  Frederick C. Cordes Eye Society
  Massachusetts Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons

John F. Warren, MD

The patient always comes first

"My relationship with the patient starts with a meticulous, comprehensive exam. I invest time listening to and understanding your concerns and answering your questions in plain English. I will go out of my way to ensure your satisfaction and comfort. I feel privileged to help people improve their vision and their quality of life through my profession.”

• Board Certified:
  American Board of Ophthalmology
  
  
• Specialties:
  Laser refractive surgery
  Corneal transplantation
  Cataract and glaucoma surgery
  
  
• Fellowship:
  Cornea, External Disease and Laser Refractive Surgery, FI Proctor Foundation, University of California, San Francisco
  
  
• Residency:
  University of California, San Francisco
  
  
• MD:
  Stanford University
  
  
• BS:
  Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  
  
• Former Clinical Assistant Professor:
  Ophthalmology, University of California, San Francisco
  
  
• Member:
  American Academy of Ophthalmology
  American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  Frederick C. Cordes Eye Society
  H. Bruce Ostler Association of Proctor Fellows
  Claes Dohlman Society
  Massachusetts Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons

Andrew Walkowiak, OD

A new look on life for patients

“Optometry is the perfect fit for me; I was always fascinated with math, science, and biology. To use those skills on a day to day basis and help people at the same time is very rewarding. Nothing is more gratifying to me than giving the patient a new look on life.”

• Certification:
  National Board of Examiners in Optometry
  International Association of Boards of Examiners in Optometry, Massachusetts Board of Examiners in Optometry
  
  
• Specialties:
  Refractive Technologies
  Vision Correction Evaluation
  Laser Vision Pre- and Post-Operative Care
  Primary Care Optometry
  
  
• Residency in Ocular Disease:
  Omni Eye Center, Baltimore, MD
  
  
• OD:
  New England College of Optometry, Boston, MA
  
  
• Member:
  American Optometric Association
  Massachusetts Society of Optometrists
  Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society

James I. Merlin, OD

Lauren J. Shatz, MD

Vision correction is an art.

"We use exceptionally sophisticated technology in the treatment of visual disorders.  Yet the most important element of vision correction surgery is the relationship betweeen the surgeon and the patient.  Communication is essential in addressing the needs of each individual.  Tailoring cutting edge technology to match the specific needs of each individual is my focus.  Performing laser vision correction in an artful, personalized manner is my prescription for success."

• Board Certified:                                                                                                                                 American Board of Ophthalmology

• Specialties:                                                                                       Laser refractive surgery, corneal transplantation, cataract and glaucoma surgery

• Fellowship:                                                                      Cornea, external disease and laser  vision correction, Bascom Palmer Eye Institure, Miami 

•  Residency:                                                                            Boston University Medical Center

•  MD:                                                                                              Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia                                 

•  BA:                                                                                   University of Michigan, Ann Arbor                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     
•  Member:                                                                                                                                                                   American Academy of Ophthalmology                                                                                       American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery                                                  Massachusetts Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons

• Medical licensure: Massachusetts - #216776

 Steven T. Berger, MD

Vision correction is an art.

• Board Certified:                                        American Board of Opthalmology                                                 
• Specialties:                                                    Laser refractice surgery, corneal transplantation, cataract and glaucoma surgery                                   
• Fellowship:                                                 Cornea, external disease and laser vision correction, Jules Stein Eye Institute, Los Angeles                       
• Residency:                                                Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital                      
• MD:                                                              Cornell University Medical College, Ithaca                                                                    
• BA:                                                                                                                           Brown University, Providence                                                                                    
• Member:                                                                                                        American Academy of Ophthalmology                                                         American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery                                            American Medical Association                                                                    International Society of Refractive Keratoplasty                                                                                                                   
• Medical licensure: Massachusetts - #75446

Larry A. Litscher, MD