STEPHEN J. MERFELD, M.D.
As a board certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Merfeld specializes in microsurgery of the eye. He is an accomplished surgeon, having performed thousands of ocular surgical procedures using the most modern techniques. He has performed thousands of laser procedures and is trained in the use of the argon laser, YAG laser, CO2 laser, dye laser, and excimer laser. These lasers are used by Dr. Merfeld to perform a broad range of ocular surgeries from glaucoma and diabetic procedures to vision correction of both nearsightedness and farsightedness. Dr. Merfeld has been an active participant in the evolution of vision correction procedures. He is a pioneer in modern corneal flap procedures in northeast Wisconsin having performed the first automated lamellar surgery (ALK) for the correction of myopia and hyperopia. This technology has since become the foundation of LASIK. Dr. Merfeld believes so strongly in laser vision correction that he has had laser correction himself. He had PRK performed on his right eye and LASIK on his left, making him uniquely qualified to discuss these corrective options with his patients. Living in the Oshkosh area, Dr. Merfeld and his family enjoy the many recreational opportunities available. Being involved in such activities as boating, skiing, flying and scuba diving, his enjoyment of these has been greatly enhanced since having laser vision correction himself.
Following graduation, Dr. Halpin completed a Residency in Ocular Disease as well as a Fellowship in Ocular Disease both at the Cincinnati Eye Institute and Outpatient Eye Surgery Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. While at the Cincinnati Eye Institute, he was on faculty at The Ohio State University and participated in the hands-on, clinical instruction of primary care physicians and optometrists. Dr. Halpin is certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Wisconsin Optometric Association. He has a warm, friendly, caring chair-side manner and is committed to quality, personalized health care. He provides comprehensive eye care including the diagnosis and treatment of eye disease, pre- and postoperative care, complete eye examinations and contact lenses. He is an accomplished clinician with many years of experience treating complex eye conditions. He joined N.E.W. Vision Center in 1999 and greatly enjoys serving the people of Northeast Wisconsin.
Dr. Larson is the proud father of three children. He lives with his wife in the Oshkosh area and enjoys performing music, playing tennis and outdoor activities. |
Dr. Stephen J. Merfeld graduated from the University of Iowa College of Medicine in Iowa City, Iowa in 1986. During his ophthalmology residency training at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan which he completed in 1990, he was selected as Chief Resident of the department. Following residency, Dr. Merfeld served as Head of the Department of Ophthalmology with the United States Navy both in Bremerton, Washington as well as Yokosuka, Japan. During the two years he served in Japan, he was responsible for providing eye care for the Pacific Fleet from Korea to the Philippines. In 1993, Dr. Merfeld entered private practice in the Oshkosh area and now has offices in Oshkosh, Berlin and Waupaca. 
Dr. Sean P. Halpin, a native of Appleton, Wisconsin, completed his undergraduate study at the University of Wisconsin—Eau Claire graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and chemistry. While at UW—Eau Claire, Dr. Halpin participated in biological research and was very active in the Honors Program. As an undergraduate, he was inducted into the Beta Beta Beta, Phi Kappa Phi, and Phi Eta Sigma honor societies.
Dr. Eric M Larson, M.D. - A graduate of University of Minnesota Medical School, Dr. Larson completed his internship at the University of Virginia. He then went on to the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye institute in Miami, FL. Bascom Palmer has been ranked #1 or #2 in the United Sates for eye care over the past 20 years. After his residency, he went on the complete a fellowship in Cornea and External disease at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He now specializes in cornea and performs cornea transplants as well as cataract surgery, LASIK, glaucoma surgery and lid procedures.
