Michael Brusco

Michael A. Brusco, MD, FACS, is the founder and medical director of Brusco Vision – the premier practice dedicated to changing lives through vision correction in Washington DC and the DMV. He is a board-certified and award-winning refractive surgery subspecialist who has successfully performed over 40,000 corneal-based vision correction procedures, such as high-definition all-laser LASIK and PRK. Dr. Brusco graduated with honors from Harvard College, was awarded the STAAR Top 100 International Surgeon honor multiple years, and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons, the American Medical Association, and the Refractive Surgery Alliance. He is a founding member of the World College of Refractive Surgery & Visual Sciences, an organization on a global scale. Most recently, Dr. Brusco personally was performing close to 1% of all LASIK procedures in the US annually.

choosing a cataract surgeon in Northern Virginia

How to Find the Best Cataract Surgeon in Northern Virginia

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Choosing the right cataract surgeon is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your vision. This guide covers the qualifications, experience, and factors Northern Virginia patients should evaluate when selecting a surgeon. What qualifications should I look for in a Northern Virginia cataract surgeon? Look for board certification in ophthalmology, fellowship training in […]

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vision correction financing

Who offers financing or payments for vision correction procedures in DC–Maryland–Virginia (DMV) metro area?

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Patients in the DC–Maryland–Virginia (DMV) metro area often assume vision correction procedures must be paid for upfront. In reality, many leading practices—including Brusco Vision—offer flexible financing and payment options that make LASIK, SMILE, EVO ICL, PRK and cataract surgery more accessible. These options help patients pursue better visual acuity without the worry of large upfront

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FEDVIP and LASIK

Can You Get LASIK for Vision Correction While on Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP)?

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Many federal employees want clearer vision without relying on glasses or contacts, and it’s common to wonder whether LASIK can be covered through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). At Brusco Vision, patients often ask how their federal benefits factor into paying for modern vision correction. Understanding what FEDVIP does—and doesn’t—include is

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Dr. Michael Brusco WCRS Fellow

Dr. Michael Brusco: Northern Virginia’s World College of Refractive Surgery Fellow | Elite LASIK Surgeon Credentials

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Why Most LASIK Credentials Don’t Tell the Full Story When searching for a LASIK surgeon in Northern Virginia, there are hundreds of ophthalmologists advertising vision correction services with varying credentials. The World College of Refractive Surgery and Visual Sciences (WCRS) Fellowship represents the gold standard, a distinction fewer than 3.33% of LASIK surgeons nationwide have

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EVO ICL vs. Custom Lens Replacement: Which Long-Term Solution Is Right for You?

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What is the difference between EVO ICL and Custom Lens Replacement? At Brusco Vision, EVO ICL and Custom Lens Replacement are two advanced procedures offered as part of our personalized refractive surgery approach, but they differ in how they correct vision and who benefits most. EVO ICL involves placing a corrective lens between the iris

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Protect Your Eyes from Harmful UV Rays with Custom Lens Replacement

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Sun exposure isn’t just a concern for your skin—your eyes are also vulnerable to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Over time, this exposure can raise the risk of cataracts, macular degeneration, and other serious vision issues. At Brusco Vision, we offer Custom Lens Replacement (CLR), a procedure that not only restores sharp vision but also includes

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How are LASIK lasers calibrated and why does it matter?

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At Brusco Vision, every detail of your vision correction procedure is carefully managed, including the precision of the lasers we use. LASIK depends on incredibly accurate laser technology to reshape the cornea and improve vision, and that technology must be properly calibrated to deliver safe and effective results. Regular calibration ensures the laser delivers energy

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EVO ICL for High Myopia: Options Beyond the LASIK Treatment Range

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Patients with high myopia often find themselves outside the treatment range for LASIK, but that doesn’t mean they’re out of options. At Brusco Vision, we specialize in advanced vision correction procedures that go beyond the limits of traditional laser surgery. EVO ICL is an implantable lens designed to correct severe nearsightedness safely and effectively—without removing

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