Brian E. Zaugg,
MD
Languages Spoken: English
Brian Zaugg, MD, specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of corneal and anterior segment eye diseases, including expertise in all types of cornea transplantation, routine and complex cataract surgery including multifocal lenses and laser assisted surgery, anterior segment reconstruction, pterygium removal, and refractive surgery including LASIK, PRK, implantable contact lenses, and clear lens extraction.
His practice is located at the Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, and the Moran Eye Center, Farmington Health Center, Farmington. He also serves veterans at the Veteran Affairs Hospital in Salt Lake City.
Dr. Zaugg is a team ophthalmologist for the Utah Jazz and Real Salt Lake.
His research interests focus on improving efficiency and safety in cataract surgery as well as refractive surgery outcomes.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Associate Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Ophthalmology National Board of Medical Examiners |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.8/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.8/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.5/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.8/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
March 22, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Zaugg and his team are most professional. Dr. Zaugg has been careful and caring with my eyes.
UofU Patient
March 07, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
I didn't get the chance to ask many questions. I felt rushed
UofU Patient
March 06, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Zagg was friendly, kind, & care taken to assess information from standard tests done & request an other test be done to answer & show me the reason, & give future care needed for eyes.
UofU Patient
March 06, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I will highly recommend U of U. Moran Eye center.
UofU Patient
March 03, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Excellent experience
UofU Patient
March 01, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Just not a good experience especially for some one that works for the University of Utah and still has to go find some where to get my script filled.
UofU Patient
February 15, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Very good, although I wish people with excellent credit could pay in a few payments
UofU Patient
February 14, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Zaugg is both skilled in medicine and is a good listerner
UofU Patient
February 13, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
February 13, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
February 10, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
February 07, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
The only reason why I may not tell others to go here is for the same day post-op appt. I have checked many other LASIK centers and they have you close your eyes for the first at least the first few hours after surgery and come back the next day. We have to follow the doc around to his various locations of where he works that day. From laser center in Murray to Moran Eye Center on U of U campus. Understandably he doesn't want to work Saturdays, doing surgery only on Friday. From what they say flap injury may be more likely a few hours after surgery. I was told to go out to breakfast after LASIK, haha! My eyes were so light sensitive between the surgery at 0700 to post-op at 9-9:30, I didn't want to do anything, but be in complete darkness. There are pros/cons to this approach, just make sure you're informed about the process.
UofU Patient
February 05, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
My doctor had the nicest hands. They were smooth and nimble
UofU Patient
February 01, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
All of the care providers I met were excellent, and showed a genuine concern for me.
UofU Patient
January 31, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Zaugg is extremely good at what he does. He listens well, shows that he cares, and runs on time.
UofU Patient
January 30, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Zaugg is very kind and always takes such good care of me.
UofU Patient
January 28, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Could not be better
UofU Patient
January 27, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Very good doctor.
UofU Patient
January 17, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Received great care.
UofU Patient
January 16, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Zaugg is a very good and listening doctor. He and his staff provide excellent care
UofU Patient
January 16, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
He never seems to answer my concerns, just kinda skids over them.
UofU Patient
January 15, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
It was clear that this surgical procedure is done with high frequency. It would be good to communicate expectations with surgical outcomes in a discussion (post op even, perhaps the next day) and in writing. I was underwhelmed with the effectiveness of the Toric IOL in the left eye and very concerned about effectiveness of vision in that eye going forward. Even still, my vision is not as I would have expected at this point. Dr Zaugg did affirm that it takes time for vision to meet the promised results. The right eye took to the new lens very well, and I'm very happy with the outcome. I will wait patiently for the left eye to catch up.
UofU Patient
January 06, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Zaugg is on top of his game. My IOL was cutting edge new and all aspects of the procedure, IOL selection, and follow up care were clearly and plainly stated.
UofU Patient
January 06, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I really thought dr Zogg was a good Dr. Who knew what he was doing, I was impressed.
UofU Patient
January 05, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Although I was told that I would need to be seen by another Doctor, the name and phone number of the Doctor was not given to me and I need to reach them for an appointment.
UofU Patient
January 05, 2022
MORAN EYE CENTER
Found I had redevelop a detached retina. I was moved over and referred to Dr Hansen to verify the issue and make plan. Able to get surgery planned for the next day. Everyone worked well to address what we didn't expect to have to in a very timely manner.
UofU Patient
January 03, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
It was good
UofU Patient
December 28, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I felt it was a unnecessary exam
UofU Patient
December 18, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent
UofU Patient
December 18, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
There was not really any discussion about proposed treatments outside of Dr.Zaugg decision to remove the lens and part of the sutures and him telling me what to do from here on with the eye drops I have been using.
UofU Patient
December 18, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
December 16, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Z was clear and answered my questions well. An optic nerve image was taken after I met w him as he was concerned about possible glaucoma issues tho eye pressure was normal. We weren't able to discuss the imaging results at the appt but he called me afterward and explained the glaucoma concerns, and that he'd hand me off to a glaucoma colleague further assess things and ultimately do the cataract surgery. During the phone call he took time to explain but bc the glaucoma issue was sudden news I didn't have the questions In mind to ask so felt unsettled at that point. I suppose the Idea Is that the glaucoma guy will assess and help me make those decisions
UofU Patient
December 16, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
There was a nice conversation between Dr. Zaugg, my wife and myself. He let me know what I wanted to know.
UofU Patient
November 26, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Zaugg is most professional. He listens, examines my eye well, and answers questions. The experience with him was most helpful
UofU Patient
November 19, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
He covered all my options so quickly that I had to ask questions from the gal giving me prices fir the possible procedures. I felt pretty firehosed though he gave me good options. I'm not sure if it was because it was just a consultation?
UofU Patient
November 18, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
PLEASE warn people better about the common effects in the 3 hours after the surgery. I was told to expect "dryness and irritation." It felt like 90 straight minutes of having lemon juice squirted into my eyes. Extremely painful. My coworkers who got it at the same time reported the same experience. I really really needed to know that to plan better
UofU Patient
November 13, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
November 09, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Even though I was not a candidate for laser/PRK, I didn't feel like the visit was a waste of time because the doctor taught me a lot about my eyes and other possibilities with advancing technology.
UofU Patient
November 08, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
I asked for written explanations about my lens options. I was told not to over-complicate the decision. I understand that response-for most people, but I am not like most people. I want to learn as much as possible about my eyes and their treatment. For me, this means reading research from the ophthalmology community.
UofU Patient
November 06, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
He was a little distant, short but nice.
UofU Patient
November 04, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
My wife felt that the Doctor and his medical staff care about her condition. The doctor answered all of her questions before and after the procedure
UofU Patient
October 31, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Perhaps a little more unsolicited feedback from the doctor. I felt I had to inquire about results and advice more than doctor freely sharing everything with me.
UofU Patient
October 29, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
My condition is stable, there really weren't any further recommendations from the previous year for additional care, other than to come back next year
UofU Patient
October 29, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Zaugg is a highly competent and personable Doctor.
UofU Patient
October 28, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Excellent care
UofU Patient
October 25, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Zaug very patient and understanding
UofU Patient
October 24, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I was super impressed with Dr. Zaugg's inclusive language. He asked if I have a "sleeping partner" and referred to my sleeping partner as "them", not assuming I was married, nor that my partner is a particular gender. Very cool.
UofU Patient
October 21, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Patient, informative and totally professional.
UofU Patient
October 21, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Zaugg always answers all of my questions with patience and understanding. Having my questions answered is of utmost importance to me and my healthcare.
UofU Patient
October 14, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
TECHNICALLY THE VISIT WAS GOOD. I FELT THAT THE EXAM WAS THOROUGH. HOWEVER, TOTALLY LACKING WAS ANY PERSONAL CARE OR CONCERN. FOR EXAMPLE NO ONE EXPLAINED WHY MY PRESCRIPTION WAS CHANGING. IN ADDITION NO MENTION WAS MADE OF A PREVIOUS VISIT WHERE I HADLASER SURGERY ( SUCCESFUL) TO REMEDY SCARS LEFT BY CATARCT SURGERY. HMMM ?
Brian Zaugg, MD, specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of corneal and anterior segment eye diseases, including expertise in all types of cornea transplantation, routine and complex cataract surgery including multifocal lenses and laser assisted surgery, anterior segment reconstruction, pterygium removal, and refractive surgery including LASIK, PRK, implantable contact lenses, and clear lens extraction.
His practice is located at the Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, and the Moran Eye Center, Farmington Health Center, Farmington. He also serves veterans at the Veteran Affairs Hospital in Salt Lake City.
Dr. Zaugg is a team ophthalmologist for the Utah Jazz and Real Salt Lake.
His research interests focus on improving efficiency and safety in cataract surgery as well as refractive surgery outcomes.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
-
Associate Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Ophthalmology National Board of Medical Examiners |
Education History
| Fellowship | John A. Moran Eye Center Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellow, 2016 |
| Residency | John A. Moran Eye Center Ophthalmology Resident, 2015 |
| Internship/Residency | University of Utah Ophthalmology Intern/Resident, 2012 |
| Professional Medical | University of Utah Medicine M.D., 2011 |
| Undergraduate | University of Utah Major: Biology; Minor: Chemistry B.S., 2007 |
| Undergraduate | Utah State University , 2002 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Farooq AV, Degli Esposti S, Popat R, Thulasi P, Lonial S, Nooka AK, Jakubowiak A, Sborov D, Zaugg BE, Badros AZ, Jeng BH, Callander NS, Opalinska J, Baron J, Piontek T, Byrne J, Gupta I, Colby K (2020). Corneal Epithelial Findings in Patients with Multiple Myeloma Treated with Antibody-Drug Conjugate Belantamab Mafodotin in the Pivotal, Randomized, DREAMM-2 Study. Ophthalmol Ther, 9(4), 889-911.
- Zaugg B (2020). September consultation #4. J Cataract Refract Surg, 46(10), 1446.
- Bohner A, Peterson JS, Wright AJ, Mamalis C, Bernhisel A, Zaugg B, Barlow WR Jr, Olson RJ, Pettey JH (2020). Effects on phacoemulsification efficiency and chatter at variable longitudinal ultrasound settings when combined with constant torsional energy. J Cataract Refract Surg.
- Bernhisel AA, Cahoon JM, Sella R, Zaugg B, Barlow WR, Stagg BC, Afshari NA, Olson RJ, Pettey JH (2019). Optimum on-time and off-time combinations for micropulse phacoemulsification in venturi vacuum mode. J Cataract Refract Surg, 45(12), 1797-1800.
- Bernhisel AA, Zaugg BE, Mamalis N, Dutton JJ, Patel BCK (2019). An unusual case of idiopathic calcinosis of the eyelid. Orbit, 38(6), 500-502.
- Kabbara SW, Heczko J, Ta B, Bernhisel A, Barlow W, Zaugg B, Olson RJ, Pettey J (2019). Impact of torsional micropulse on phacoemulsification efficiency and chatter. Can J Ophthalmol, 54(5), 560-564.
- Kabbara SW, Heczko J, Ta B, Bernhisel A, Barlow W, Zaugg B, Olson RJ, Pettey J (2018). Determining optimal ultrasound percent on time with long-pulse torsional phacoemulsification. Can J Ophthalmol, 54(3), 395-398.
- Stutz LA, Heczko JB, Bird BA, Thomson RS, Bernhisel AA, Barlow WR, Zaugg B, Olson RJ, Pettey JH (2019). Optimization of the Oertli CataRhex 3® phacoemulsification machine. Clin Ophthalmol, 13, 633-639.
- Thomson RS, Bird BA, Stutz LA, Heczko JB, Bernhisel AA, Barlow WR, Zaugg B, Olson RJ, Pettey JH (2019). The effect of increasing power when grooving using phacoemulsification. Clin Ophthalmol, 13, 611-615.
- Ha L, Wright A, Wright DD, Bernhisel A, Barlow WR, Pettey JH, Zaugg B, Olson RJ (2019). High vacuum and aspiration on phacoemulsification efficiency and chatter for Centurion. Can J Ophthalmol, 54(1), 136-138.
- Boulter T, Bernhisel A, Mamalis C, Zaugg B, Barlow WR, Olson RJ, Pettey JH (2019). Phacoemulsification in review: Optimization of cataract removal in an in vitro setting. Surv Ophthalmol, 64(6), 868-875.
- Kabbara S, Heczko JB, Bernhisel AA, Barlow WR, Zaugg B, Pettey JH, Olson RJ (2018). Effect of high vacuum and aspiration on phacoemulsification efficiency and chatter using a transversal ultrasound machine. J Cataract Refract Surg, 44(11), 1378-1383.
- Bohner AD, Wright AJ, Ta BT, Bernhisel AA, Zaugg B, Barlow WR, Pettey JH, Olson RJ (2018). Optimum on-time duty cycle for a transversal ultrasound machine. J Cataract Refract Surg, 44(9), 1140-1143.