RetinalVascularOcclusion near Ogden, UT

Biography: Dr. Rebekah H. Gensure, M.D., Ph.D. grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, where she graduated valedictorian from Schenley High School. She pursued an undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering at Boston University and graduated summa cum laude with additional departmental and university honors. She completed her MD and PhD degrees at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Dr. Gensure's graduate PhD studies in biomedical engineering were under the direction of Dr. David J. Foran, PhD, with an emphasis on medical image analysis, machine learning, and informatics. She completed ophthalmology residency at the John A. Moran Eye Center / University of Utah. Following residency, Dr. Gensure completed a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at Casey Eye Institute at the Oregon Health & Science University, receiving subspecialty training in the medical and surgical management of retinal and vitreous disease.Dr. Rebekah Gensure is a highly skilled and compassionate retina specialist dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients with complex eye conditions. With a focus on personalized treatment and the latest advancements in retinal surgery, Dr. Gensure takes a patient-centered approach to ensure each individual feels informed, supported, and heard throughout their treatment journey. She believes in building strong, collaborative relationships with patients, taking the time to understand their unique needs and concerns. She approaches each case with empathy and precision, offering tailored solutions to help patients maintain or restore their vision while prioritizing their comfort and well-being.Outside of the operating room, Dr. Gensure is involved in education, research, and outreach through her adjunct faculty appointment with the University of Utah Moran Eye Center, continuously exploring new ways to improve outcomes for patients with retinal conditions. As an advocate for patient education, Dr. Gensure is committed to helping individuals understand the importance of early detection and proactive care in preserving their vision for the future. She has presented her research at national meetings and is published in prestigious journals. Dr. Gensure also values work-life balance. She loves getting outdoors and staying physically active. She regularly participates in CrossFit, core training, kickboxing, and Zumba. In the winter, Dr. Gensure spends much of her free time in the mountains on the ski slopes. Once the weather warms up, she switches to biking and hiking. When she is staying indoors, Dr. Gensure is an avid baker and home cook.With a philosophy rooted in empathy, transparency, and excellence, Dr. Gensure strives to provide a holistic approach to retinal care, ensuring every patient receives the highest standard of care in a compassionate and supportive environment.

Care Philosophy: He enjoys correcting children's vision as well as helping adults who struggle with strabismus. He is also interested in orthoptic training, strabismus measurements and treatments for amblyopia.

Biography: An internationally renowned corneal and refractive surgeon, Dr. Moshirfar brings a history of innovation in cornea surgery, a strong background in clinical research, and a prolific legacy of academic teaching, publishing, and speaking. Dr. Moshirfar is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained cornea specialist. He is the Clinical Director of Hoopes, Durrie, Rivera Research, and the program director for the Utah Cornea Fellowship at Hoopes Vision. Immediately before joining Hoopes Vision, Dr. Moshirfar spent a year as a Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of California, San Francisco. Before that appointment, Dr. Moshirfar served on the faculty of the University of Utah's John A. Moran Eye Center for 18 years, including 16 as the Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery. Dr. Moshirfar specializes in cornea transplantation, refractive surgeries, keratoprosthesis (artificial cornea), management of difficult corneal disorders, complicated cataract extraction, keratoconus, infectious eye diseases, and other complex procedures of the cornea and anterior segment of the eye. Dr. Moshirfar has played a leading role in developing and disseminating these procedures, particularly in challenging refractive surgery techniques. Dr. Moshirfar has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed scientific publications and serves on the editorial boards of numerous scientific journals. He and his wife, Pegah, are parents of two sons and a daughter.