Dr. Jordan Tanous, OD
Fellowship-Trained Refractive Adjunct · Therapeutic Glaucoma Specialist
Dr. Tanous brings fellowship-trained refractive surgery co-management, therapeutic glaucoma expertise, and advanced dry eye care to Brazos Eye Surgery of Texas — helping patients at every step from diagnosis through treatment, alongside Dr. Beau Swann and the surgical team.
About Dr. Tanous
Dr. Jordan Tanous is a fellowship-trained refractive adjunct and therapeutic glaucoma specialist whose path to eye care was shaped early — in a faith-centered Forest Grove, Oregon home where helping others always came first.
He earned his bachelor's degree in exercise science with a focus on integrative physiology at Pacific University, then continued there until he became a Doctor of Optometry at the age of 26. His ambition to grow and excel brought him to Texas, where he sought the strongest opportunity in corporate optometry — and eventually to a dinner where Dr. Beau Swann was presenting.
That conversation sparked his interest in expanding his ability to treat patients with glaucoma. Several months later, he met Dr. Russell E. Swann — and shortly after, became part of the Brazos Eye family. Since then, he has received advanced fellowship training under Dr. Beau Swann and is fulfilling his goal of helping patients to the fullest capacity.
Within our practice, Dr. Tanous manages glaucoma medically, co-manages refractive surgery patients, leads our dry eye clinic, and partners with Dr. Swann on premium lens selection — bridging optometric and surgical care under one roof.
In His Own Words
Why Optometry?
Dr. Tanous didn't stumble into eye care — he found it on the way to clock out of a summer job, one pair of glasses at a time.
One of my first full-time summer jobs in high school was at Costco in Hillsboro, Oregon. I originally worked in the food court — dishing out hot dogs, wearing non-slip boots and a hairnet for my face and beard. Although I enjoy hard work, I would leave every night with soggy shoes and, eventually, missing fingerprints from the amount of dishes and harsh chemicals I was exposed to.
Every day I would pass the optical department on my way to clock in and out for work. I could tell that the ladies working there had a laid-back and enjoyable job, so I decided to apply for a salesman position within that department.
There was one event during my time in the optical department that changed the course of my life forever. I was asked by a mother with three children — two of which I could see at the time — to dispense a pair of glasses for one of her daughters. I picked up the pair of glasses and came up to the mother and asked who the lucky lady was to receive her new glasses. Then I saw a little hand pop up from the third child, unbeknownst to me at the time, and say, “Me!”
I had to lean forward and look over the counter to see the excited face of a two-year-old girl ready to try on her new glasses. After happily helping her put her glasses on, I could see in real time how her world would be forever changed. She first looked around the warehouse at all of the lights and pallets with the array of products on them — and then she looked at her mother. As she smiled from ear to ear, she touched her mother's face and shouted:
Areas of Expertise
Refractive Surgery Co-Management
As a fellowship-trained refractive adjunct, Dr. Tanous works alongside Dr. Beau Swann on LASIK, PRK, and advanced refractive care — guiding patients from candidacy through recovery with precision and warmth.
Therapeutic Glaucoma Care
Dr. Tanous specializes in the medical management of glaucoma — monitoring intraocular pressure, interpreting visual field testing, optimizing drop regimens, and partnering with Dr. Swann on surgical planning and post-operative care.
Premium IOL Lens Consultation
As an expert in optical optics and visual outcomes, Dr. Tanous works alongside Dr. Swann to help patients choose the right premium intraocular lens. He evaluates lifestyle, visual demands, and prior prescription to guide the most personalized lens selection.
Dry Eye Disease Management
Dr. Tanous leads our advanced dry eye clinic, offering both diagnostic evaluation and treatment — including IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) and TearCare® thermal therapy. He manages patients across the full dry eye spectrum, from mild to severe.
Integrated Care Model
The Power of One Team
Dr. Tanous and Dr. Beau Swann operate as a fully integrated team. Where Dr. Swann brings triple-fellowship surgical expertise, Dr. Tanous brings fellowship-trained refractive co-management and therapeutic glaucoma care — coordinating dry eye treatment, lens consultation, and medical optimization in a single, seamless care experience.
Credentials & Research
Tap any section below to explore Dr. Tanous's education, honors, published work, clinical training, and research interests.
Education
Fellowship, Rotations & Credentials
Senior Undergraduate Capstone Study (2013): "The Effect of Various Football Helmet Facemask Configurations on Dynamic Visual Acuity and Gaze Stabilization"
Conducted with Bradley Coffey, OD. Study completed; publication process not finalized.
Academic & Research Interests
- OD/OMD surgical co-management — LASIK, PRK, implantable collamer lenses (ICL), and clear lens exchange (CLE)
- Premium and standard intraocular lenses, including the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL)
- Intracanalicular inserts (Dextenza)
- Corneal crosslinking for keratoconus
- Durysta intracameral insert (non-MIGS glaucoma therapy)
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) — Ahmed glaucoma valve, XEN, Hydrus, Omni, and iStent
Related Experience
Brazos Eye Surgery — Clinical Scope
- LASIK, PRK, and ICL candidacy work-ups
- Recommend minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries (MIGS) including Ahmed Glaucoma Valve (AGV), XEN, Hydrus, and Omni
- Recommend non-MIGS glaucoma therapies when appropriate, including SLT and Durysta
- Aid in selecting intraocular lens implant (IOL) power for cataract surgery patients
- Aid in selecting femtosecond laser-assisted arcuate incisions based on astigmatism and corresponding nomogram
- Recommend premium IOL options during formal cataract evaluations — Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), Synergy multifocal, Symphony Optiblue, Eyehance, and MI60 monofocal
- Operate the light delivery device for the LAL after cataract surgery, including all treatments and lock-ins
- Insert intracanalicular steroids (Dextenza) in one-day post-operative patients
- Recommend corneal crosslinking for keratoconus and superficial keratectomy for anterior basement membrane dystrophy (ABMD)
- Assist the surgeon in removing lid lesions including squamous papillomas, hordeolums, and chalazions
- Remove foreign bodies from affected eyes
- Primary care optometry for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, hypertensive retinopathy, dry eye disease, ocular rosacea, and related conditions
Continuing Education
Technical Skills
Meet the Real Dr. Jordan
Beyond the exam lane, Dr. Tanous is an Oregon kid who followed faith and family into optometry, a Texas transplant by choice, and a husband and father whose Brazos Eye story includes Kaitlyn, Kinsley, and their son Zayne Alexander.
From Pacific University to a dinner presentation with Dr. Beau Swann — and meeting Dr. Russell E. Swann months later — get to know the person behind the credentials.
Explore His Personal Story
Schedule with Dr. Tanous
Whether you need glaucoma management, refractive surgery co-management, help choosing a premium lens, or relief from chronic dry eye — Dr. Tanous is ready to help.