Our Patients Travel From Across the U.S.
Why So Many Porto Alegre, Brazil Patients Trust Our Maryland Keratoconus Experts
For over 45 years, our private practice has been dedicated exclusively to helping patients with keratoconus. Many of our patients have already seen multiple eye doctors in Porto Alegre and throughout Brazil, yet they still struggle with poor vision or uncomfortable lenses. They come to us seeking the best possible results, and they find them here!
At the Keratoconus Specialists of Maryland, we provide concierge-level care, advanced technology, and unmatched expertise. Our focus is not on surgery, but on correcting the vision distortions caused by keratoconus with highly specialized custom lenses. Our patients experience significant improvements in clarity and comfort, often eliminating glare, halos, double vision, ghosting, starbursts, and eye dryness.
We utilize the most advanced imaging and analysis available to design lenses that restore functional vision for even the most complex cases. By combining these tools, we are able to achieve results that go beyond standard scleral lenses – giving patients sharper, more natural vision and renewed independence.
- Pentacam Corneal Mapping – 3D analysis of the cornea to detect irregularities.
- OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) – high-resolution imaging of corneal layers and fit evaluation.
- Wavefront Aberrometry & HOA Testing – measures higher-order aberrations causing glare, halos, and distortion.
- Custom Impression-Based & HOA-Correcting Lenses – uniquely designed scleral lenses that provide exceptional clarity and comfort, even for highly irregular corneas.
Why Travel to Our Office?
Travel from Porto Alegre to Maryland: What to Expect
We understand that traveling internationally for medical care can seem challenging. Yet, many of our patients from Porto Alegre and southern Brazil have told us that coming to Maryland for keratoconus treatment was one of the best decisions they ever made. Our experienced team ensures that your trip is easy, organized, and worthwhile.
Traveling from Porto Alegre to Maryland is convenient. Most patients fly from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI), typically connecting through São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, or Miami. Total travel time averages around 13 to 15 hours. Our care coordinators can help plan your appointments and logistics to make the experience stress-free.
Whether you’re traveling from Brazil or elsewhere in South America, we’re here to help you focus on what matters most: restoring and protecting your vision.
- Complimentary Phone Consultation & Records Review – before you travel, Dr. Azman will personally review your case and discuss your options.
- Concierge Scheduling – we arrange your appointments to minimize the time you need to spend in Maryland.
- Comprehensive Keratoconus Evaluation (3–4 hours) – advanced imaging, testing, and lens design are performed during your first visit.
- Next-Day Fitting & Follow-Up – lenses are applied, adjusted, and refined to maximize clarity and comfort.
- Rapid Results – many patients are able to return home seeing significantly better within just a few days.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you live in Porto Alegre or anywhere in Brazil , and are still struggling with keratoconus despite multiple doctors or lenses, it may be time to consider traveling for the best care available. Contact us today to schedule your complimentary phone consultation with Dr. Azman and discover how we can help restore your vision and quality of life.
Call (410) 469-7111 to schedule your free consultation and learn why so many Brazilian trust Keratoconus Specialists of Maryland with their care.
Keratoconus Video Testimonials
Our commitment to personalized care is unmatched. Our keratoconus team is world-renowned for their expertise, unwavering commitment to superb patient care, passion, and education in providing personalized eye care. We have earned the reputation as the “Doctor’s doctor” among our peers. Hear directly from our patients with keratoconus and discover the difference our dedicated care can make in their lives.