Brett Mueller II, DO, PhD, PCEO
Brett H. Mueller II, DO, PhD, PCEO is a board-certified and fellowship-trained ophthalmologist who specializes in and has performed thousands of cataract and refractive eye surgeries. With advanced fellowship training in refractive surgery through the world college of refractive surgery and visual sciences, he hones a comprehensive range of skill sets needed to diagnose, address, and treat the full spectrum of refractive surgery.
After receiving his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University, he then received his medical degree and PhD from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. His scientific work and academic accomplishments enabled him to author over 45 publications and book chapters, present at national and international meetings, and be a recipient of several grants (including an NIH grant). He was then accepted to attend an ophthalmology residency at the University of Louisville, where he developed a reputation for being a leader amongst his colleagues, serving as chief resident, and a skilled surgeon. After finishing residency training, Dr. Mueller then completed a one-year refractive, cataract, and anterior segment fellowship through the Refractive Fellowship Network and the World College of Refractive Surgery and Visual Sciences. He now specializes in state-of-the-art laser-guided cataract surgery and advanced lens implants that reduce or eliminate the need for glasses. He also specializes in the full spectrum of refractive surgery, which includes: modern LASIK, SMILE, EVO-ICLs, Refractive Lens Exchange, PRK, and Cross-Linking.
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Clinical Pearls: Steps To Learning New Procedures
Familiarize yourself with techniques available to ophthalmologists for implementing new refractive surgery procedures into clinical practice.
Building a Patient Base in Refractive Surgery
Drs. Hura, Mueller, and Venkateswaran review tips for building a refractive surgery patient base by maintaining a dynamic social media and online presence.
Building Patient Trust Through Communication
Drs. Hura, Mueller, and Venkateswaran discuss how refractive surgeons can build trust and a lasting partnership with patients through thoughtful communication.
Learning New Surgical Techniques Through Mentorship
Discover pearls for mentorship opportunities for trainees and ophthalmologists who want to specialize in refractive surgery.