Dr. Charles R. Moore is a board certified ophthalmologist who has performed thousands of refractive procedures since 1979. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Ophthalmology, a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, certified by the American College of Eye Surgeons and fellow of the International College of Surgeons.

Dr. Moore graduated from Lamar High School in Houston, Texas A&M University, and the University Of Tennessee Medical School. Following an internship at Hermann Hospital, he served as captain and flight surgeon in the U.S. Army between 1964 and 1966. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the University Texas Medical Branch Houston.

In 1974, Dr. Moore became one of the leading innovators in lens implant surgery. From 1974 to 1979, Dr. Moore served as National Medical Director of Intermedics Inc. and helped train thousands of ophthalmologists in the U.S. and abroad in advancing techniques of intraocular lens implants surgery.

Dr. Moore’s interest in refractive surgery first manifested itself in 1979. He conducted courses on visual optics at the American Academy of Ophthalmology from 1972-1982. He has been a frequent speaker at the American Society of Refractive and Cataract Surgery, the ISRS and many ophthalmologic associations in the U.S. and throughout the world. In addition, he is the author of at least 50 published articles about lens implant, ocular surface and refractive surgery.

His dedication to teaching and the development of young physicians is well documented. He was one of the core investigators in the National Laser In-situ Kertomileusis (LASIK) study (CRS/USA). This research was instrumental in getting LASIK approved in the U.S. in October 1998.

The LASIK Institute honored him in 1999 and 2000 as a pioneer in refractive surgery. He was also granted the responsibility of training the first Summit/Autonomous LASIK Fellowship in July 2000. In March 2003, Dr. Moore incorporated CK (Conductive Keratoplasty) into his practice. This was a huge leap forward for those who want to be less dependent on reading glasses or bifocals.

Dr. Moore works closely with many International doctors and has been involved with the study of Wave Front Lasik procedures since 2000. In 2004, Dr. Moore was the first physician in the world presented with the Global Ambassador Award by the leading German laser manufacturer, WaveLight, Inc. Dr. Moore was recognized for his dedication and involvement in the advancement of refractive surgery and for his leadership in introducing new technology to physicians around the world. His unrelenting support and dedication of new technology has earned him the position of National Medical Advisor by Wavelight, Inc. Today, he is one of the most experienced users of this state-of-the-art technology.

At present, Dr. Moore is involved in ongoing data research for the U.S. FDA approval of advanced technology to help people with previous refractive surgeries or irregularities of the cornea who can not presently benefit from our current technology.

Aside from Dr. Moore’s dedication to the field of ophthalmology, he also supports many charitable organizations such as the Special Olympics, United Cerebal Palsy, and the Boys and Girls Club of America.