Ophthalmologist
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Ophthalmologist
Brett M. Gudgel, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology
- Locations: Oregon City + 2 more
- Expertise: Cornea + 3 more
- Fellowship, Moran Eye Center – University of Utah
Recognition
Awards & Honors
Dr. Brett Gudgel was named one of Portland’s Top Doctors in 2023 by Portland Monthly Magazine.
Where & How Dr. Brett Gudgel Can Help
Expertise & Locations
Areas of Expertise
Locations
- Milwaukie 11086 SE Oak St, Milwaukie, OR 97222 Call Milwaukie: (503) 656-4221
- Oregon City 1306 Division St, Oregon City, OR 97045 Call Oregon City: (503) 656-4221
- Wilsonville 29250 SW Town Center Loop W, Wilsonville, OR 97070 Call Wilsonville: (503) 582-0000
Surgery at EyeHealth Eastside Surgery and Laser Center
About Dr. Gudgel
Meet Dr. Gudgel
Dr. Brett Gudgel is a fellowship-trained cornea specialist with interests in routine and complex cataract surgery, refractive surgery (LASIK and PRK), and corneal transplantation. Dr. Gudgel also provides comprehensive eye care for patients with a wide variety of routine eye care needs.
Dr. Gudgel was drawn to ophthalmology because he found improving and preserving a patient’s vision to be extremely rewarding. He feels that practicing medicine is a tremendous privilege and is grateful for the opportunity to serve his patients.
Education & Training
Background & Training
Dr. Gudgel grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Oklahoma, where he was elected into the Phi Beta Kappa honor society and graduated with a B.S. in Biochemistry. He subsequently attended the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, where he was elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha and Gold Humanism honor societies and was the recipient of the Dean’s Award.
Dr. Gudgel completed his residency at the nationally recognized Dean McGee Eye Institute in Oklahoma City where he was elected chief resident and was awarded the Robert G. Small, MD Award for Medical Student Education two years in a row. He then pursued an additional year of fellowship training in Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery at the University of Utah’s renowned Moran Eye Center.
Credentials
Where Dr. Gudgel Trained
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Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery Fellowship
Moran Eye Center – University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
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Ophthalmology Residency
Dean McGee Eye Institute – University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK
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Transitional Internship
Indiana University – Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, IN
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University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Oklahoma City, OK
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University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
Outside the Office
Life Beyond the Clinic
Outside of the office, Dr. Gudgel most enjoys spending time with his wonderful wife and 2 children. He loves to explore the outdoors with his family and has a particular interest in hiking and skiing. He is also a big college football fan and loves watching his Oklahoma Sooners play on Saturdays.
Also Specializing in Cornea
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Testimonials
What Our Patients are Saying
"Amazing service, great staff that pay attention to every detail. They really make you feel like you’re in good hands and are provided the best possible care."
July 2026
"My first visit was extremely positive. The staff from the reception through to clinicians was excellent."
July 2026
"Warm, friendly, knowledgeable and positive about possible solutions to eye issues. Awesome experience!!"
July 2026
"The whole team was present, patient, kind, and explained everything they were doing so I understood. A model for how health care experiences should be."
July 2026