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Deborah Wu, M.D.

Deborah R. Wu, M.D. – Comprehensive Ophthalmologist and Oculoplastics Specialist

I feel so fortunate to be an ophthalmologist – I enjoy striving to provide the best eyecare possible and truly advocating for my patients as if they were my family, neighbor, friend. My philosophy in medicine is centered on building relationships with patients through compassionate care, education and teamwork. Sharing information and educating patients empowers them. 

My grandmother lost her vision to macular degeneration and glaucoma and it was the hardest thing to watch her lose her independence. My goal now is to prevent that from happening to my patients. In medicine, there is a special relationship built on trust between patients and their physicians and it is an honor to be an eyecare provider.

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Alexander Cherry, M.D.

Alexander Cherry, M.D. – Glaucoma & Cataract Specialist

Dr. Cherry comes to Specialty Eye Institute after training to specialize in glaucoma at the University of Kentucky. He grew up in the Toledo area and was excited to return home and join SEI. The need for glaucoma specialists is continuing to expand as we get better at screening for this silent disease. With all of the new developments in glaucoma therapies, there are many more options for patients now. The use of invasive surgery has been minimized in addition to new medications and laser treatments available. Dr. Cherry is focused on developing many long-term relationships with his patients to best understand their goals and needs in treating their glaucoma.

Before coming to SEI, Dr. Cherry spent eight years at The Ohio State University earning his medical degrees. He is most definitely a die-hard Buckeyes fan. Following OSU, Dr. Cherry spent five years completing his specialty training in Ophthalmology and Glaucoma in Lexington, Kentucky.

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Mahmoud El-Yassir. M.D.

Mahmoud El-Yassir, MD - Michigan Ophthalmologist

Dr. El-Yassir became passionate about Ophthalmology when he saw the profound effect it left on patients’ lives. Being driven by quality care, he set out to perfect his skills to provide amazing outcomes. He believes everyone should be treated as family and given the VIP experience. In addition to his medical degree, he continues to advance his knowledge and training.

New technology is being introduced daily and advancements are always being made.  With special intraocular lens implants, he is able to correct astigmatism and offer solutions to correct presbyopia (difficulty reading or seeing near). His aim is to provide the best visual outcome at any age or stage in life.

Dr. El-Yassir earned his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from the University of California, Davis.  He then received his medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University.  He went on to complete his ophthalmology training at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio where he received advanced and rigorous training in the medical and surgical treatment of ocular disease and conditions.

He is passionate about community service and desires to promote health and wellness even to those with financial disadvantages. He feels great satisfaction from helping those around him and being a patient advocate. If you choose Dr. El-Yassir for your eye care needs we are confident you will be pleased with your experience and overall vision success.

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Joshua R. Halm, O.D.

Joshua R. Halm, O.D. – Michigan Optometrist

“Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others” – Jonathon Swift

Joshua R. Halm, O.D. graduated with high distinction from the Michigan College of Optometry and completed his residency at Specialty Eye Institute. Dr. Halm also completed his training at Ophthalmic Consultants of Connecticut (Fairfield, CT), Henry Ford OptimEyes (Troy, MI), and Ralph H. Johnson Veteran Affairs Medical Center (Charleston, SC).

Dr. Halm is a native of Rochester, MI. He completed his bachelors of Biology degree at the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor.

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  • Optometry

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RaShawn W. Venerable, D.O.

RaShawn W. Venerable, D.O. – Cataract, Glaucoma, and Oculoplastic Specialist

RaShawn W. Venerable, D.O., specializes in cataract and plastic surgery for the eye or Oculoplastics. He knew at a young age that he wanted to be a physician after his sister was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. He entered his career to find that the treatment for such diseases became a rewarding discovery for him. Dr. Venerable found that different diseases and treatment of the eyes to be very engaging and intellectually rewarding.

He attributes his expertise to his many great mentors, both physicians, and patients alike. One of the most important lessons Dr. Venerable learned from them was to treat and medically manage patients the way he would want a member of his family to be treated. This philosophy continues to be one he practices with every personal interaction today.

As a patient, you can be assured that Dr. Venerable will treat you like part of his family, from the first time you step in the room with him until you leave, with improved vision and quality of life. Dr. Venerable will make sure that you understand your conditions, and what options you have available. He uses the most advanced technology to improve each patient’s vision.

“I find that treating different diseases of the eyes and the treatment methods to be very engaging and intellectually rewarding.” – RaShawn Venerable, D.O.

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