Corneal Specialist for
Keratoconus & Complex Corneal Conditions
At Keratoconus Specialists of Maryland, our corneal specialist services provide comprehensive medical oversight for patients with keratoconus and other complex corneal disorders. Our team includes fellowship-trained cornea specialist Richard Adler, MD, who works closely with our advanced keratoconus lens experts to ensure each patient receives precise, coordinated care.
Keratoconus is a progressive condition characterized by thinning and irregular bulging of the cornea, often leading to glare, halos, ghosting, double vision, and visual distortion. Proper management requires both advanced diagnostic evaluation and expert corneal guidance, especially in moderate to advanced cases.
Comprehensive Corneal Evaluation
Our corneal specialist services include detailed evaluation of:
- Keratoconus and corneal ectasia
- Corneal scarring and irregular astigmatism
- Ocular surface disease
- Corneal abrasions and healing complications
- Long-term corneal stability monitoring
Using advanced imaging technologies such as OCT, Pentacam tomography, wavefront topography, and HOA aberrometry, we analyze the cornea and full optical system with exceptional precision. This allows us to detect early progression, assess corneal health, and guide appropriate treatment decisions.
Integrated Medical & Optical Approach
What makes our practice unique is the integration of corneal medical expertise with advanced specialty contact lens design. Dr. Adler provides medical and surgical evaluation when appropriate—particularly for patients with progressive keratoconus, corneal thinning, or concerns about long-term structural integrity.
At the same time, our team designs customized lens systems including:
- Custom scleral lenses
- Wavefront-guided lenses
- PVR PROSE
- Impression-based lenses such as EyePrint PRO
- Hybrid and specialty contact lenses
This collaborative model ensures patients receive both expert corneal oversight and state-of-the-art visual rehabilitation under one roof.
Guiding Treatment Decisions with Precision
Keratoconus treatment may include corneal crosslinking (CXL), Intacs, corneal transplantation, or other surgical procedures when clinically indicated. Our cornea specialist carefully evaluates each patient’s corneal status and progression before making recommendations.
Whenever possible, we focus on preserving corneal health and optimizing vision with advanced lens technologies before surgical options are considered.
Advanced Care for Complex Cases
Many patients who seek our corneal specialist services have previously struggled with unstable vision, discomfort, or limited improvement despite seeing multiple providers. Through detailed corneal evaluation and coordinated care planning, we are often able to provide clarity and reassurance—along with a structured path forward.
Patients travel from across Maryland, Virginia, and beyond to access this integrated level of corneal specialty care.
If you are experiencing progressive keratoconus, corneal instability, or persistent visual distortion, our corneal specialist team is here to help. Contact Keratoconus Specialists of Maryland to schedule your consultation and explore your options for comprehensive corneal care and advanced vision solutions.
Keratoconus Patient Results & Testimonials
When it comes to personalized corneal care, our cornea specialist and keratoconus doctors deliver a level of attention and precision that sets us apart. Our team is widely recognized for their expertise, unwavering commitment to exceptional patient care, and dedication to education in treating Keratoconus, Pellucid Marginal Degeneration, Severe Dry Eye, Post-LASIK complications, scratched corneas, and corneal abrasions. We have earned a reputation among our peers as the “doctor’s doctor.” See what our patients with Keratoconus have to say.