From our Doctors: We dedicate our practice to the health of your eyes and the quality of your vision. Our goal is to provide an excellent experience from the time you call for an appointment, enter our office, have your exam, and leave with the knowledge that you enjoyed the most comprehensive eye exam offered.
George J. Brown, O.D.
Dr. Brown is a recognized leader in the field of eye care. He has an enthusiastic, warm and friendly manner with people of all ages. In addition to complicated contact lens care, he has an extensive background in pediatrics and vision therapy. Dr. Brown has been a clinical investigator for treatments of dry eye, and computer vision syndrome. He also has much experience in the treatment of eye emergencies and eye diseases. Dr. Brown is a 1986 graduate, with honors, from The New England College of Optometry. Following graduation, he served a one-year Fellowship, specializing in eye disease at the Omnivision Center. He is a former recipient of the Bausch and Lomb Contact Lens Award. His undergraduate Degree is in Physics from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Brown has been an active member of our community and in the local optometric association where he served as President in the 1999/2000 year.David J. Santos, O.D.
Dr. Santos is a 1991 graduate of the State University College of Optometry in New York. SUNY is recognized as the leading university in the world in the treatment of eye coordination and eye alignment dysfunctions. In addition to having been a cancer researcher at Roger Williams Medical Center, Dr. Santos has been very active in testing new contact lens designs.
Dr. Santos is well known for his kind and patient demeanor. His knowledge of eye disease and learning-related anomalies is unparalleled. He is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, and has traveled extensively in Europe and Central America.
Robert W. Hill, O.D.
Dr. Hill, a 2002 graduate of the New England College of Optometry, joined our vision care team in the Summer of 2002. He excels in the treatment of eye disease. He was admitted to the Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society. Dr. Hill studied in Boston with Marjorie Rah, O.D., a leader in specialty Contact Lens Care and Corneal Reshaping Therapy. He was a member of VOSH (Volunteer Optometric Services for Humanity.) He received advanced training at the VA Hospitals in Providence and Bedford, MA. While at the Dimock Community Health Center, he was enrolled in therapeutic trials and research in the evaluation of new glaucoma medicines and technology.
Dr. Hill has authored a paper on anti-angiogenisis drugs and the eye. His passion, however, lies in the area of multifocal contact lenses. At the New England Eye Institute he was the recipient of the Honors Award for “Excellence and Creativity” in the area of Specialty Contact Lens Design! In 1998, he successfully completed the Biology Premedical program at Providence College, graduating Magna Cum Laude.
Alison Loranger, O.D.
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Alison Loranger to our practice. Dr. Loranger is a specialty trained Optometry doctor with an interest in family practice, diabetic vision care, and pediatrics. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of New Hampshire (UNH) graduating Magna Cum Laude. Dr Loranger earned her Optometry Degree from the prestigious New England College of Optometry in Boston, and received the honor of membership in Beta Sigma Kappa, the International Honor Society.
Dr. Loranger’s practice focuses largely on primary eye care with a passion for pediatric and family vision care. She excels at treatment of eye emergencies and has advanced training in the care and management of patients with diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration and dry eye. She has extensive experience in contact lens care. Including patients with astigmatism and those requiring multi-focal lenses. Patients, both new and returning, appreciate not only her clinical skill, but her compassion and gentle nature as well.
Our Office Staff:
Melina Spear, Practice Manager
Melina joined our practice in November 2007. She initially started out as administrative support and has recently taken on the role of practice manager. Throughout her time at the Brown Center, she has become proficient in all areas of our practice including the front desk, optical, and technician duties. She has important role in the business side of our company, helping with data analysis and system design. Although she wears many different hats in the company, her favorite part of her job is helping to make a difference in peoples lives.
Melina has an A.S. in Business Management and is working towards her B.S. in Management at Rhode Island College.
Lelia Braga, Administrator / Accounts Payable
A longtime patient of the practice, Lelia joined our team in 1996. She has filled many duties from patient care coordinator to technician and optical assistant. Her behind the scenes work is a big part of our success. Lelia is a kind and considerate person who takes care of the financial parts of our business. She is fluent in Portuguese.
Natalie Milano, Clinic Manager
Natalie manages the medical side of our practice. She loves visiting local schools, nursing homes and community groups to educate and facilitate public screenings. Natalie is a Certified Paraoptometric Assistant, has attended SECO and VisionExpo East, and is preparing for her COT exam. She is the lead technician and our resident photographer.