WHITING CLINIC - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Distinguished Member of the American Society of Cataract
- Education / Emory University
With over 137,000 successful LASIK and refractive surgery procedures under his belt, Dr. Bruce January stands out as a world-renowned refractive surgeon. Beyond his impressive surgical accomplishments, he is also dedicated to empowering young minds to pursue their aspirations by actively engaging as a speaker in schools serving the underprivileged.
When he is not in the LASIK surgery suite, Dr. January cherishes quality moments with his family and enjoying hobbies. His passions extend to scuba diving, tending to his garden, and all things related to health, nutrition, and physical well-being.
Dr. January achieved his B.S. from the University of Georgia before furthering his education by attaining a medical degree from the University of Tennessee. Driven by his commitment to excellence, he completed a rigorous ophthalmology residency at the esteemed Emory Eye Center in Atlanta.
Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. January is a distinguished member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. His expertise is recognized by his membership in the prestigious American Academy of Ophthalmology, where he was honored with the coveted Lifelong Education Award.
Having performed more than 140,000 refractive surgery procedures, Dr. January is considered one of the most prolific and experienced refractive surgeons in the world.
Dr. January is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is regarded as one of the most prolific and experienced refractive surgeons in the world, performing more than 140,000 refractive surgery procedures. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, which honored him with the Lifelong Education Award, and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. Dr. January earned a medical degree from the University of Tennessee and completed an ophthalmology residency at the internationally recognized, top-ranked Emory University Eye Center in Atlanta.
Job Titles:
- Education / Brigham Young University
Dr. Jordan Winegar, a board-certified ophthalmologist by the American Board of Ophthalmology, specializes in cataract and refractive surgery. With a distinguished background, he completed his internship and residency, serving as chief resident, at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Dr. Winegar earned his medical degree from Saint Louis University in 2018, following a cum laude graduation in Chemical Engineering from Brigham Young University.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Dr. Winegar finds joy in outdoor activities, including rock climbing and soccer, as well as exploring new culinary experiences and spending time in the yard with his family. Fluent in Spanish and Italian, he is also exploring Portuguese and enjoys sharing his love for building things with his children.
Trained at Walter Reed NMCC and Saint Louis University, he brings unparalleled skills. As Chief of the Warfighter Refractive Eye Surgery Program at Fort Carson, CO, Dr. Winegar is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and optimal outcomes to his patients.
Dr. Jordan Winegar, MD, ABOP, is a leading ophthalmologist specializing in refractive surgery. Trained at Walter Reed NMCC and Saint Louis University, he's a published author in ophthalmology and Chief of Refractive Surgery at Fort Carson, CO. Dr. Winegar's expertise includes anterior segment and refractive surgeries, striving for personalized care and optimal outcomes. Apart from his professional achievements, he enjoys outdoor activities and family time. He holds memberships in prestigious organizations like ASCRS and serves as a Teaching Fellow for USUHS.
Job Titles:
- Education
- Key - Member of the Minneapolis
Dr. Omar Awad is a distinguished ophthalmologist who holds board certification from the esteemed American Board of Ophthalmology. With over 17 years of patient experience, Dr. Awad is a recognized authority in the field of refractive surgery, having successfully performed more than 57,000 LASIK and laser vision correction procedures and more than 6,000 cataract and lens replacement procedures. After earning his medical degree and completing his internship and residency, Dr. Awad further honed his skills through a fellowship in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, Maryland.
Dr. Awad's impressive journey began with a medical degree in ophthalmology from the University of Minnesota Medical School. His commitment to excellence led him to complete an internship at Hennepin County Medical Center, followed by an enriching residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Eye and Ear Institute. He further honed his skills through a fellowship in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, MD.
As a key member of the Minneapolis family of brands since 2006, Dr. Awad's experience has solidified his reputation as a leader in the field of ophthalmology, refractive surgery, and laser vision correction. His dedication to patient care and his expertise have earned him the distinction of being named one of the Top Doctors in Ophthalmology by Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine.
Passionate about sharing his insights, Dr. Awad is an international lecturer on cutting-edge cataract and lens implant surgery techniques. His commitment to delivering exceptional patient care is evident at every stage of the journey - from the initial phone call and scheduling, to thorough examinations, advanced testing, precision surgery, and comprehensive follow-up care.
Beyond the realm of medicine, Dr. Awad is a devoted family man with four daughters who keep him and his wife actively engaged in their activities. In his personal time, he embraces an active lifestyle as a member of a Masters Swimming team and is always eagerly gearing up for triathlons. Dr. Awad also finds joy in pursuits such as golf, cycling, guitar playing, boating, and whipping up culinary delights whenever he finds a moment of "free" time.
Dr. Awad has been a key-member of the Minneapolis family of brands since 2006 and has performed more than 57,000 LASIK procedures to date, solidifying his reputation as a leader in the field.
Dr. Omar Awad is a distinguished ophthalmologist who holds board certification from the esteemed American Board of Ophthalmology. With over 17 years of patient experience, Dr. Awad is a recognized authority in the field of refractive surgery, having successfully performed more than 57,000 LASIK and laser vision correction procedures and more than 6,000 cataract and lens replacement procedures. After earning his medical degree and completing his internship and residency, Dr. Awad further honed his skills through a fellowship in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, Maryland.
Job Titles:
- Chief of Refractive Surgery
Dr. Liegner has practiced LASIK/PRK since its inception in the mid-1990s and has performed thousands of surgeries to correct common and abnormal refractive errors.
Dr. Liegner has practiced LASIK/PRK since its inception in the mid-1990s and has performed thousands of surgeries to correct common and abnormal refractive errors. For nearly three decades, he has been active with his ophthalmic surgical practice, teaching at specialty meetings across the globe, and innovating new patented formulations to improve and enhance cataract and refractive surgery. He is a retired US Air Force officer having served as a research physicist and flight surgeon, a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and an instrumented rated pilot and aircraft homebuilder.
Christopher McCurry, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and brings years of refractive surgery experience having been in the field as a surgeon since 2013.
Christopher McCurry, MD brings years of refractive surgery experience having been in the field as a surgeon since 2013 during which time he has performed more than 19,000 LASIK procedures. Dr. McCurry has a B.S. in Civil Engineering but decided to focus on a career in medicine so he could have a personal impact on improving people's lives. He has completed multiple Ophthalmic mission trips, helping people in South Africa and Peru. Dr. McCurry obtained M.B.A. and M.D. degrees simultaneously from the Medical University of South Carolina and The Citadel Graduate College and is published by multiple ophthalmology societies including the American Academy of Ophthalmology. During his spare time, he loves being in the outdoors with his wife and two sons.