Best Ophthalmologists and Eye Surgeons in Palm Harbor, FL

Dr Streeter completed an externship at Triad Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. While there, she received training in primary eyecare with emphasis on pre and postoperative care of cataract and LASIK patients, eye infections, and all aspects of ocular disease. Before joining the staff at St. Luke's Cataract &amp Laser Insititute, Dr Streeter practiced at Redbird Indian Health Clinic in Salisaw, Oklahoma. She provided primary eyecare including refractions, diagnosis and treatment of eye infections, eye emergencies, and ocular disease

Robert Hoffert, OD, graduated from North Central College in Naperville, IL with a B.A. in Biology. He attended Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO), a school well-known for its long standing history for excellence in modern optometry. While attending PCO, Dr. Hoffert received various clinical honors as well as a Presidential scholarship and the H.L. Goldberger Memorial scholarship for academic performance. He graduated from PCO with a B.S. in Visual Sciences and a Doctorate of Optometry. He completed several internships including: a medical optometry rotation at Kirk eye care center in River Forest, IL a visual rehabilitation rotation at the Feinbloom Visual Rehabilitation Center in Philadelphia, PA a contact lens rotation at Burrell Family Eye Care in Norristown, PA a medical optometry rotation at Thomas Retinal Eye Specialist in Norristown, PA and an extended medical Optometry rotation at the William Jennings Bryan Dorn Veterans Hospital in Columbia, SC.

The Eye Institute of West Florida delivers clinical excellence in every subspecialty field of ophthalmology with our fellowship trained physicians who utilize innovations, advanced medicines and latest techniques to deliver quality patient outcomes in a warm and friendly environment.

Dr Ponce is a board-certified ophthalmologist who grew up in Guatemala and graduated from Francisco Marroquin University in Guatemala where he obtained his Bachelor in Science and MD degree. His interest in retina started when he did his residency in ophthalmology at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary where he was involved in retinal imaging studies and lutein measurement. He then continued his training by completing a fellowship in medical and surgical treatment of Retinal diseases at the Infirmary.

Robert Howard, MD is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in LASIK surgery, medical ophthalmology and glaucoma care. He is a highly experienced LASIK surgeon, having performed countless refractive surgeries since starting his career in ophthalmology. Before joining St. Luke's Cataract &amp Laser Institute, Dr Howard was with the U.S. Army for eight years, most recently as Chief of Ophthalmology at Fort Meade in Maryland. Prior to that he served as Chief of Ophthalmology and Refractive Surgery at Fort Riley, Kansas, and Co-Chief Resident at Brooke Army Medical Center in Texas. He began his career as an intern at William Beaumont Army Medical Center in Fort Bliss, Texas.

Abayomi Fabunmi, MD, is a board-eligible, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist who specializes in the treatment of adult glaucoma and cataracts. Dr Fabunmi completed medical school at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN, where he was inducted into the Gold Humanism Society and Alpha Omega Alpha. During his tenure Dr Fabunmi completed a clerkship at The Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, where he authored a review article and a workshop about key topics in glaucoma. For his ophthalmology training, Dr Fabunmi attended Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals of Cleveland, Ohio, where he had the honor of caring for our veterans at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center.

Dr Hoffert graduated from Pennsylvania College of Optometry with a Bachelor of Science in Visual Science and a Doctorate of Optometry. Prior to joining the St. Luke's Cataract &amp Laser Insititute family, she was a licensed optometrist at Brenart Eye Clinic in Yorkville, Illinois. Dr Hoffert moved to Florida from Illinois in 2015 with her husband, Robert Hoffert, also Doctor of Optometry at St. Luke's Cataract &amp Laser Institute.

Brian Phillpotts, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in diseases and surgery of the vitreous and retina. Expertise combined with humility characterizes Dr Phillpotts informative, straightforward and compassionate style of patient care. His area of concentration includes medical and surgical management of diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachments, macular holes, epi-retinal membranes and other vitreo-retinal disorders such as retinal vascular occlusion and sickle cell retinopathy. Dr Phillpotts is dedicated to educating patients about their conditions and treatment options, equipping them to make informed and confident decisions.

Jeffrey Wipfli, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in advanced cataract surgery, LASIK and other refractive surgeries. As one of the most experienced eye surgeons in his field, Dr Wipfli can advise patients on the full range of surgical and lens options available to best address their needs and accomplish their vision goals. Dr Wipfli is consistently recognized by colleagues for his commitment to surgical excellence and praised by patients for his personal approach to their care.

Dr Rodriguez's advanced training and experience in cataract surgery, LASIK & PRK, pterygium surgery and in cutting-edge treatments for dry eye syndrome have resulted in him serving on numerous medical advisory boards for several pharmaceutical companies throughout the United States. He is published in medical journals and a frequent guest speaker at key medical meetings on cataract surgery and medical and surgical options for corneal diseases.