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Dr. Wanda Pak, MD

(3 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Ophthalmology

Duke University School of Medicine (1994)

Professional interests include: anisocoria, diabetic retinopathy, electroretinogram (ERG), and more.

3301 New Mexico Avenue Northwest Suite 226
Washington, DC 20016

(202) 244-9404

Dr. Wanda Pak, MD is an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC specializing in general ophthalmology. She graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1994 and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Wanda Pak, MD is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Health.

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3301 New Mexico Avenue Northwest Suite 226
Washington, DC 20016

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Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)

Dacryocystorhinostomy, or DCR, is a surgical procedure used to bypass a blocked tear duct.

Normally, the tears that constantly bathe the eyes are drained through two tiny holes in the eyelid, where they run through a duct into the nose. This tear duct can become clogged or blocked, causing tears to back up and leading to watery eyes. Common causes of tear duct blockages include trauma, a facial tumor, and inflammation due to certain medical conditions, but usually the cause is not known. Clogged tear ducts are especially common in young children. If the blockage is permanent and located lower in the duct, near the nose, DCR may be performed to create a bypass and allow tears to drain freely again.

During DCR surgery, a small hole is made in the bone and tissue between the upper part of the tear duct and the nasal passage. Usually, a tiny plastic tube called a stent is placed into the opening to protect it and keep it open during healing. DCR may be performed through an open incision on the upper cheek near the nose, or it may be performed endoscopically using tiny instruments that are passed through the nostril. Open surgery is more common, and has a slightly higher success rate, although endoscopic surgery causes less pain and bleeding during recovery. DCR is able to correct the blockage and watering eyes in nearly 95% of cases.

The surgery itself takes only about half an hour. It is usually done under general anesthesia, which may require a short hospital stay while patients recover. Small amounts of bleeding from the nose are not uncommon for the first 24 hours, and bruising and swelling are expected for the first two weeks. Don't be alarmed if the eye continues to water at first. Swelling in the area due to surgery can cause the eye to water, but this should go away as patients heal.

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

doctor visit	40
eye procedures	1531
ultrasound (sonogram)	149

**Gender**
Male	172
Female	271

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	280
Black	130
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	206
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	66
Less than 65	23

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	22
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

doctor visit	21
eye procedures	1470
ultrasound (sonogram)	161

**Gender**
Male	160
Female	237

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	275
Black	92
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	186
From 75 to 84	131
85 and over	58
Less than 65	22

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	18
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

eye procedures	1502
ultrasound (sonogram)	134

**Gender**
Male	332
Female	510

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	564
Black	192
Hispanic	36
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	382
From 75 to 84	310
85 and over	118
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	20
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

eye procedures	1531
ultrasound (sonogram)	156

**Gender**
Male	168
Female	228

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	282
Black	76
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	172
From 75 to 84	147
85 and over	60
Less than 65	17

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	23
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

eye procedures	1467
ultrasound (sonogram)	149

**Gender**
Male	181
Female	234

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	293
Black	79
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	21
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	183
From 75 to 84	159
85 and over	62
Less than 65	11

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	22
Dementia	11
Cancer	13

eye procedures	1397
ultrasound (sonogram)	129

**Gender**
Male	169
Female	241

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	296
Black	72
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	183
From 75 to 84	161
85 and over	53
Less than 65	13

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	20
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

doctor visit	25
eye procedures	1464
ultrasound (sonogram)	167

**Gender**
Male	177
Female	248

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	312
Black	66
Hispanic	12
Asian	12
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	177
From 75 to 84	174
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	20
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

eye procedures	1102
ultrasound (sonogram)	120

**Gender**
Male	140
Female	188

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	234
Black	61
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	131
From 75 to 84	139
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	19
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

eye procedures	2702
ultrasound (sonogram)	333

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wanda Pak, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Wanda Pak, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

doctor visit	29
eye procedures	1576
ultrasound (sonogram)	167

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wanda Pak, MD.

**Gender**
Male	149
Female	215

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	76
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	253
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	6
Other	11

**Age**
75 to 84	136
85 and over	41
Less than 65	11
65 to 74	162

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wanda Pak, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Wanda Pak, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	39
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Cancer	9
Dementia	7

Education & Training

Dr. Wanda Pak, MD graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1994. She completed residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine (1994)

Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (1998)

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Wanda Pak, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

MedStar Washington Hospital Center

MedStar Health

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Wanda Pak, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 3.83 out of 5 stars based on 3 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Wanda Pak, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Washington, DC.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Wanda Pak, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$321 Simbrinza $114	Ilevro $95	ReSTOR $89	Pazeo $24
Allergan Inc.	$243 OZURDEX $126	LUMIGAN $117
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.	$125 Acuvue $86	Soft contact lenses $39
Shire North American Group Inc	$123 XIIDRA $123
Genentech, Inc.	$100 $100
Other	$113 OZURDEX $92	Oasis TEARS $21

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,025

Biography

Dr. Wanda Pak's area of specialization is ophthalmology (eye disease). She is rated highly by her patients. She studied medicine at Duke University School of Medicine.

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