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Dr. Banker is a fellowship trained retina surgeon specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal disease and ocular oncology. He was the Valedictorian and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Georgetown University, where he completed his undergraduate degree. He was accepted early into medical school and attained his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine, graduating Cum Laude. Dr. Banker remained in Washington D.C. to complete his internship at Washington Hospital Center and was selected to serve as the Chief Resident of the Ophthalmology Residency program at Georgetown University Hospital.

Dr. Banker completed his Surgical Retina Fellowship at the world-renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL; the number-one ranked eye hospital in the United States. While studying at Bascom, Dr. Banker performed extensive research on topics including retinal detachments, ocular trauma, macular holes, epiretinal membranes, macular degeneration and retinal diseases. Dr. Banker has comprehensive training in complex surgical cases, having practiced in a high volume environment with the nation’s leading surgeons at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.

Dr. Banker is quite active in research and education in the Vitreoretinal field. He has authored several publications and presented research at over twenty national and international academic conferences on subjects such as macular holes, epiretinal membranes and retinal detachments. He has received numerous honors and awards for his work. Most recently, he was named a Retina Society Advocacy Ambassador, he was awarded a research travel grant from the National Eye Institute (NEI), and received the “Resident Excellence Award” from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS). While at Georgetown University Hospital, Dr. Banker was a multi-year recipient of the prestigious “Patient Care Award,” an honor he was nominated for by patients and hospital staff members for excellence in patient care. He also served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Georgetown University Journal of Health Science.

Dr. Banker is a member of the American Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), the Prevention of Blindness Society, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO). Outside of his involvement in professional organizations, he has volunteered his time and surgical expertise at the Agarwal Eye Hospital in India.

Dr. Banker resides in Sarasota, where he enjoys the outdoors, gardening and traveling in his free time.

Locations served: Sarasota, Venice, North Port, Englewood, University Park

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Dr. Charles Putrino II is licensed through the State of Florida as a Certified Optometrist. He has practiced in the Sarasota area for more than 25 years. A native of Binghamton, NY, he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from State University of New York in Binghamton, NY, and his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Optometry degrees from Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia, PA.

Dr. Putrino provides comprehensive primary eye care and specializes in anterior segment disease, co-management of refractive and cataract surgery, contact lenses, and sports vision. Past affiliations and memberships include The National Academy of Sports Vision and American Optometric Association.

Dr. Putrino’s professional accomplishments include: co-founding and directing a professional and consumer eye care device company that featured the patented Eyegenie®; founding and directing a web-based contact lens directory for eye care clinicians (www.Lensfindr.com); and internationally reselling new and used ophthalmic instruments and optical products.

Athletics and physical fitness have been an important part of Dr. Putrino’s life, with a strong focus on tennis and golf. He has actively competed in United States Tennis Association tournaments, United States Golf Association tournaments and Golf Channel Amateur Tour competitions.

Dr. Putrino lives in Sarasota with his wife, Regina; his two children, Charles and Jacqueline, who are active in competitive tennis and golf; and his dog, Yodi.

Location served: University Park

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Dr. Melissa Hammond is a board-certified optometric physician who provides a wide range of primary eye care services to Center for Sight patients, including vision testing, eyewear prescriptions, specialty contact lenses and the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. She also provides pre-operative testing and post-operative care for cataract and LASIK surgery patients.

Dr. Hammond decided to become an optometrist when she was 10 years old and was fitted with her first pair of contact lenses. Her family optometrist encouraged her to pursue a career in optometry. After graduating from Moses Brown School in Providence, Rhode Island, she moved to Deland, Florida to attend the Honors Program at Stetson University. She continued her undergraduate studies at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She was granted a rare offer of early admission to the College of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Vision Science and graduated with Honors with a Doctor of Optometry degree. She received the Vision Care Inc. Award for Clinical Excellence in 2002.

After seven years of private practice in Sarasota, Dr. Hammond joined the Center for Sight team. She is active in the community as well as in the profession of optometry. She is a past president of the Rotary Club of East Manatee, a past president of the Manasota Optometric Society, and a business partner of Gene Witt Elementary School in East Manatee. Dr. Hammond is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Florida Optometric Association, and the Manasota Optometric Society.

Dr. Hammond has a son and a daughter. They enjoy frequent trips to Disney World, where Dr. Hammond has completed numerous half marathons. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her children, baking, crafts, and traveling.

Location served: University Park

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Dr. Daniel Hadland is a board-certified optometric physician who provides a wide range of primary eye care services to Center for Sight patients. Dr. Hadland has extensive training in ocular disease, vision testing, eyewear prescriptions, specialty contact lenses and the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. He is experienced in providing pre and post-operative care for LASIK, cataract, and corneal transplant surgery patients. Prior to joining Center For Sight, Dr. Hadland worked in a high volume practice, diagnosing and treating ocular diseases such as diabetes, glaucoma and macular degeneration.

Dr. Hadland earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Florida State University and his Doctor of Optometry degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry. He is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Florida Optometric Association.

Dr. Hadland lives in Lakewood Ranch with his wife, Charlotte, and his two dogs, Maggie and Layla. In his free time he enjoys fishing, visiting the beach, taking trips to Disney and spending time with his family.

Location served: Pelican Plaza, University

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