Breanna N. Aldred, MD

Dr. Breanna Aldred is a comprehensive ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, retinal disease treatment, and oculoplastic procedures. With five years of clinical experience, she provides both medical and surgical eye care, including cataract extraction, retinal injections, and eyelid procedures. She currently practices with Ophthalmology Associates, S.C., where she has been caring for patients since October 2025.

Dr. Aldred completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Miami in Florida, earning degrees in Marine Science and Biology and graduating summa cum laude. She then earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, where she built a strong foundation in clinical medicine and patient-centered care.

She went on to complete her ophthalmology residency at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she received comprehensive surgical and medical training. During her residency, she served as Chief Resident and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society in recognition of her academic excellence, leadership, and professionalism. She also earned the UW Global Ophthalmology Certificate for her international outreach work in the Philippines and India.

Dr. Aldred is committed to restoring and preserving vision, a passion that drives both her surgical work and long-term patient relationships in clinic. She values providing individualized, thorough care and offering a full spectrum of ophthalmology services to meet the diverse needs of her patients. Her approach emphasizes both precision in procedures and continuity of care.

She is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Women in Ophthalmology, the Wisconsin Medical Society, and the Wisconsin Academy of Ophthalmology. Outside of medicine, Dr. Aldred enjoys traveling, scuba diving, and theater, and she values time with her husband, Ben, and their two dogs, Churro and Deja. Originally from Waukesha, Wisconsin, she is proud to serve the Milwaukee community where she was raised and is currently accepting new patients.

• University of Wisconsin-Madison - M.D.
• University of Wisconsin-Madison - Ophthalmology Residency

• Doctor of Medicine (MD)
• Ophthalmology Residency Training Completed
• Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society Member

• Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society Inductee
• Chief Resident, Ophthalmology Residency
• UW Global Ophthalmology Certificate (international outreach recognition)
• Graduated Summa Cum Laude

• American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Wisconsin Medical Society
• Women in Ophthalmology
• Wisconsin Academy of Ophthalmology

• Global ophthalmology outreach in the Philippines and India

• Aldred B, Weinlander E. “Oncocytoma.” Ophthalmology Pictures and Perspectives. 2025; 132(9):E162.
• Aldred B, Van Landingham S. “Visual Impairment and Living in Poverty are Associated in Wisconsin.” Wisconsin Medical Journal. 2025.
• Brown J, Aldred B, Boulter T, Pattnaik B, Sullivan R, Ver Hoeve J, Schmitt M. “A case report of retinal dystrophy in patients with PACS1 syndrome.” Ophthalmic Genetics. 2023; 23:1-5.
• Vanden Heuvel C, Aldred B, Boulter T, Sullivan R, Ver Hoeve J, Schmitt M. “MFRP variant results in nanophthalmos, retinitis pigmentosa, variability in foveal avascular zone.” Ophthalmic Genetics. 2023; 44(1):83-88.
• Aldred B, Miller N, Rokers B, Schmitt, M. “Impact of amblyopia on the central nervous system.” Journal of Binocular Vision and Ocular Motility. 2020; 70(4):182-192.
• Groose M, Aldred B, Mezrich J, Hammel L. “Risk factors for intracardiac thrombus during liver transplantation.” Liver Transplantation. 2019; 25(11):1682-1689.