Solomon Luo, MD, F.A.C.S., is the Director of the Progressive Vision Institute. He is a nationally recognized expert and instructor in cataract and refractive surgery. He has performed over 10,000 ophthalmic surgical procedures. Dr. Luo is a board certified Ophthalmologist and an Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of Refractive Surgery at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 1986, Dr. Luo opened the Eye Care Center in Pottsville (now the Progressive Vision Institute) to treat patients from Schuylkill, Northumberland, Carbon and Berks counties. We opened our newest facility at the Spring Ridge Corporate Campus in Wyomissing to meet the demands of our growing number of patients. In addition to our Wyomissing office, we have offices in Pottsville, Philadelphia and Shamokin, with branch offices in Ashland, Shenandoah, and Mount Carmel. Dr. Luo has recruited many talented physicians to his practice. Those currently on staff at the Progressive Vision Institute include: Maria E. Barbe, MD; Shann B. Lin, MD; Anthony F. Grosso, Jr., DO; Michele R. Piccone, MD; William T. Kellogg, MD; Scott D. Piette, DO; David A. Wagers, OD; and Peggy Dixon, OD. His staff has introduced advanced laser and surgical treatments for vision correction and treatment to our area. These treatments include: laser glaucoma treatment, macular degeneration treatment, advanced cataract treatment, diabetic retinopathy, pediatric eye care, oculoplastics and laser vision correction (LASIK, PRK and Zyoptix Customized). Dr. Luo received his medical training at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Luo has lectured both nationally and internationally on cataract surgery and refractive surgery. In 1989, Dr. Luo was one of the first physicians in the area to perform surgery to correct nearsightedness. The development of the excimer laser has revolutionized the correction of nearsightedness, astigmatism and farsightedness, and now laser vision correction has become a main area of concentration in his practice. He has performed thousands of laser vision correction procedures. He also utilizes the new multi-focal lenses, ReStore and ReZoom, which corrects both distance and near vision. In 1999, Dr. Luo opened the Progressive Surgical Institute at 201 East Laurel Boulevard in Pottsville. The Progressive Surgical Institute recently received the certificate of excellence award from the Pennsylvania Healthcare Cost Containment Council. This award was presented to the Institute for its commitment to improving the quality and cost of healthcare throughout the state of Pennsylvania.

Maria Esperanza Vergara Barbe, MD, began her medical training at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute where she graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. She earned her doctor of medicine from Albany Medical College of Albany, New York. Dr. Barbe completed her preliminary medicine internship at the Medical Center Hospital of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont. She continued her training with an Ophthalmology residency at Albany Medical Center/Lions Eye Institute in Albany, New York, and a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society, Pennsylvania Academy of Ophthalmology and the Pennsylvania Medical Society. Dr. Barbe specializes in pediatric and adult strabismus. She is a managing partner at the Progressive Vision Institute. Dr. Barbe enjoys running, field hockey and lacrosse when she has time away from her 3 children.

Shann Lin, MD, F.A.C.S., was one of the first physicians in the world to pioneer the usage of high speed ICG angiography for patients of age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Lin has vast experience in medical surgical treatment for age-related macular degeneration (ARMD). According to Dr. Lin, "Macular degeneration is the most common cause of severe vision loss among people over 60. It affects as many as 15 million Americans and millions more around the world. As our population ages, we will see more of this terrible disease. Since Pennsylvania has a high elderly population, there is an overwhelming demand in our area for treatment of macular degeneration. It is estimated that about 14% of the U.S. population aged 65-74 years and 35% of people over age 75 will have this disease." Dr. Lin began his medical training at Rutgers College in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He received the prestigious Dean Academic Excellence Scholarship to attend New Jersey Medical School. During his medical school years, Dr. Lin developed a strong interest in diseases of the eye such as macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. He was admitted to the renowned Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City for his Ophthalmology residency. After residency, Dr. Lin continued his research in age-related macular degeneration, developing several innovative techniques in laser surgery and macular degeneration surgery. Dr. Lin has lectured both nationally and internationally on advances in macular degeneration.

Anthony F. Grosso, Jr., DO, is a board certified general ophthalmologist who treats a wide range of eye conditions and diseases. Using state-of-the-art surgical techniques, Dr. Grosso offers cutting edge surgical options for cataracts, glaucoma, and oculoplastics, as well as vision correction surgeries such as, customized wavefront LASIK and clear lens extractions. He utilizes the new multi-focal lenses, ReSTOR®r and ReZoom™, as well as the accomadating Crystalens®, which correct both distance and near vision. Dr. Grosso was the first physician in Berks and Schuylkill counties to use the Acrysof Toric lens, which reduces or elimates astigmatism and improves distance vision. He also offers Botox treatments for both cosmetic aging lines and therapeutic reasons. Dr. Grosso graduated magna cum laude from both the college at Salisbury University, Salisbury, Maryland, and medical school at The University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kansas City, Missouri. He completed his internship at Doctors Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, and went on to do his ophthalmology residency through Michigan State University at Metropolitan Hospital, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Grosso is board certified through the American Osteopathic Association Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists in Ophthalmology, and has received his Fellowship thru the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology. He remains an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Osteopathic Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology, and the American Osteopathic Association. Dr. Grosso enjoys golfing, motorcycling and spending time with his family.

Scott D. Piette, D.O., a glaucoma specialist, joined the staff at the Progressive Vision Institute (PVI) in July 2007. Dr. Piette received his undergraduate degree at the Grand Canyon University at Arizona, Cum Laude. He received his medical degree from Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University. He was awarded a glaucoma research fellowship at the Department of Ophthalmology at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary in New York. He completed his internship at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Piette completed his residency at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He also was awarded a glaucoma clinical fellowship at the Department of Ophthalmology and Visuals Sciences at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa. Dr. Piette has participated in numerous research projects and has authored and co-authored many publications. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Osteopathic Association. New patients, referrals, and consultations are welcomed.

Cristan M. Arena, M.D. received her undergraduate degree at the Franklin & Marshall College, Magna Cum Laude. She received her medical degree from University of Maryland School of Medicine, Cum Laude. She completed her preliminary medicine internship at Reading Hospital & Medical Center, Reading, Pennsylvania. Dr. Arena completed her residency at the Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She also was awarded a glaucoma clinical fellowship at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Arena has received numerous honors and awards. She has participated in numerous research projects and has co-authored many publications. She is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She enjoys cooking, baking, visiting art museums, cycling, running, as well as other sports.

Betsy P. Luo, M.D., M.P.H. earned a B.A. in Economics from Columbia University. She subsequently attended Yale School of Public Health where she earned an M.P.H. in Health Care Management. She then continued on to receive her M.D. from Temple University School of Medicine. She completed her preliminary medicine internship at Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland, Pennsylvania. Dr. Luo then completed her residency at the Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Luo has received several honors and awards. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and participated in many research projects. She is an active associate for the Center for Value Based Medicine, focusing on quality of life studies and health assessment. She is a member of the Academy of Ophthalmology, the Pennsylvania Academy of Ophthalmology, and the American Medical Association. She enjoys traveling, running, hiking, cooking, and playing the piano.

Stella L. Luo, M.D. earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University as a Presidential Scholar and Honor Graduate. She then received her medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Luo completed her medicine internship at Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland, Pennsylvania. She then completed her ophthalmology residency at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Luo has received several honors and awards throughout her academic experience. She also has participated in authoring many peer- reviewed articles and research projects. She is a member of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Luo resides in Allentown with her husband and enjoys traveling, crafts, violin, piano, and flute. She will be seeing patients in the Pottsville and Wyomissing locations and will be treating a wide range of eye conditions and diseases.

William T. Kellogg, M.D. joined Progressive Vision Institute in September of 2004. Dr. Kellogg is a general ophthalmologist who is primarily in the Philadelphia offices. Dr. Kellogg graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He did his internship at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. His residency in ophthalmology was at Scheie Eye Institute, also in Philadelphia. Dr. Kellogg's fellowship was in Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery at the New Jersey Eye Center in Bergenfield, New Jersey. Before joining Progressive Vision Institute and coming to the Philadelphia area, he did research at the New Jersey Eye Center where he also practiced eye care. Dr. Kellogg has many certifications such as Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Kellogg enjoys cycling, gardening and golfing. Call our office to make an appointment with Dr. Kellogg at 215-707-1830 or 215-745-5050.

Dr. Peggy Dixon is an optometrist that practices in our Wyomissing office. She has been with Progressive Vision Institute since we opened the Wyomissing office in November of 2003. Dr.Dixon has been working in the eyecare field for over 10 years. Dr. Dixon graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. She has done numerous externships in the field of Optometry. Dr. Dixon is an experienced optometrist who fits contact lenses and who performs complete eye exams, diabetic eye check-ups, and glaucoma testing. Call our Wyomissing office to set-up an appointment to see Dr. Dixon, 610-396-9999.

Dr. Ann Marie Roberts Blehm is an optometrist and a native of Schuylkill County where she graduated from Blue Mountain High School. She then went on to earn her Bachelor of Science degree from Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA., and her Doctorate of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Elkins Park, PA. Dr. Blehm received honors for Professional Practice three consecutive years. She is also a member of the American Optometric Association and the Pennsylvania Optometric Association. Dr. Blehm and her husband, Aaron, currently reside in Schuylkill County, PA. Dr. Blehm will be providing primary eye care including routine eye exams and accepting most insurances.

Dr. Aaron Blehm is an optometrist and is originally from Nebraska. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Nebraska with a major in Biology.He received his Doctorate of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Elkins Park, PA. Dr. Blehm received honors for clinical excellence in his externships. He is also a member of the American Optometric Association and the Pennsylvania Optometric Association. Dr. Blehm and his wife, Ann Marie, currently reside in Schuylkill County, PA. Dr. Blehm will be providing primary eye care including routine eye exams and accepting most insurances.

Dr. Amanda Ehrgood-Perry is an optometrist who joined our practice in October of 2010. Dr. Ehrgood-Perry will be seeing patients in our Wyomissing location. Dr. Ehrgood-Perry earned her Bachelor of Science degree from University of Scranton, Scranton, PA and her Doctorate of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University, Elkins Park, PA. While at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Dr. Ehrgood-Perry was granted honors for clinical excellence throughout the entire course of her internship and externship. She is a member of Volunteer Optometric Service to Humanity (VOSH/DelVal), providing comprehensive eye care to Haiti. She also is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Pennsylvania Optometric Association, and the Berks County Optometric Society. Dr. Ehrgood-Perry resides in Collegeville, where she enjoys running, reading, and spending time with friends and family.