Dr. L. Dean Flanders, M.D. completed a fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at the University of California, San Diego. He earned his medical degree at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. His training began at Medstar Washington Hospital Center where he completed a one-year internship in internal medicine. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School where he served as chief resident during his final year.
Dr. L. Dean Flanders, M.D. completed a fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at the University of California, San Diego. He earned his medical degree at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. His training began at Medstar Washington Hospital Center where he completed a one-year internship in internal medicine. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School where he served as chief resident during his final year.
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Great faculty l would recommend every one
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very thoughtful and thorough.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Thorough, honest, looking for answers
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr. Flanders saw me very quickly and treated immediately a condition that had suddenly arisen with my eye. Gave clear directions on follow-up treatment.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Very informative, kind and efficient
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr. Flanders is extraordinary. He is a great communicator, & carefully explained my complicated situation clearly & took as much time as he needed. He is also a great diagnostician & surgeon…the total package.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Good efficient, thorough service
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr Flanders is excellent in all ways. Highly competent, professional, and a good listener. Patient-centered and a good diagnostician. He cares!
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
He was great. Took time with me to go over questions and explained everything well
(3 months ago)
Jul-2025
My office visit with Dr Flandres and his help Jackie went great as always. Very professional.i had a surgery 2 years ago Dr Flanders performance and acknowledge help me to see better and change my life . Best surgeon I highly recommend Dr Flanders.
Dr. L. Dean Flanders, M.D. completed a fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at the University of California, San Diego. This training provides him with specific expertise in refractive cataract surgery including the use of the latest multifocal (PanOptix, Restor, Symfony) and astigmatism (Toric) correcting intraocular lenses. Dr. Flanders also specializes in laser refractive surgery (Lasik, PRK) and the use of Implantable Collamer Lenses to provide his patients with freedom from glasses and contact lenses. He also focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of corneal disease including both full and partial thickness corneal transplants (DMEK, DSAEK, PKP, and DALK).
Dr. Flanders education includes a degree in business management from Brigham Young University followed by attending medical school at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. His training began at Medstar Washington Hospital Center where he completed a one-year internship in internal medicine. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School where he served as chief resident during his final year.
Outside of practicing medicine, Dr. Flanders loves to connect with family and friends, play tennis, and try new restaurants. He is also avid sports fan and is always looking for new places to travel.
Great faculty l would recommend every one
Very thoughtful and thorough.
Thorough, honest, looking for answers
Dr. Flanders saw me very quickly and treated immediately a condition that had suddenly arisen with my eye. Gave clear directions on follow-up treatment.
Very informative, kind and efficient
Dr. Flanders is extraordinary. He is a great communicator, & carefully explained my complicated situation clearly & took as much time as he needed. He is also a great diagnostician & surgeon…the total package.
Good efficient, thorough service
Dr Flanders is excellent in all ways. Highly competent, professional, and a good listener. Patient-centered and a good diagnostician. He cares!
He was great. Took time with me to go over questions and explained everything well
My office visit with Dr Flandres and his help Jackie went great as always. Very professional.i had a surgery 2 years ago Dr Flanders performance and acknowledge help me to see better and change my life . Best surgeon I highly recommend Dr Flanders.