AlejandroEspaillatMD(He/Him)
Ophthalmology • Fort Lauderdale, FLAnterior Segment Related
Eye Physician and Surgeon South Florida Eye Institute
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Office
6233 N. University Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33321Phone+1 954-721-0000
Summary
- Dr. Alejandro Espaillat is a distinguished Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon with comprehensive training from prestigious institutions, including Harvard University and Brown University School of Medicine-affiliated hospitals. He is an expert in advanced laser cataract surgery, the management of diabetic eye disease, and the application of artificial intelligence in ophthalmology. Dr. Espaillat is board-certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and holds memberships in several renowned medical societies. His contributions to the field are significant, with extensive participation in research and co-authorship of numerous published medical reports and books
Education & Training
Harvard Medical SchoolFellowship, Joslin Diabetes Center / Diabetic Eye Disease, 1998 - 1999
Brown UniversityResidency, Ophthalmology, 1995 - 1998
Boston University Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1993 - 1995- Harvard Medical SchoolPost-Doctoral Fellowship, 1991 - 1993
- Harvard Medical SchoolPost-Doctoral Fellowship, 1990 - 1991
INTEC Santo Domingo SOMClass of 1990
Certifications & Licensure
FL State Medical License 2001 - 2026
NY State Medical License 2024 - 2026
MA State Medical License 1998 - 2002
RI State Medical License 1995 - 1997- American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology
- American Academy of Aesthetic MedicineBoard Certification
- American Board of Laser Surgery Board Certification
- American College of SurgeonsFellow of American College of Surgeons
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Practice Fusion EHR, Practice Fusion, Inc., 2013
- Physician’s Recognition Award Mayor City of Miami, Florida., 2005
- Lifelong Education of Ophthalmology Credit Award AAO, 2001
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Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Outcomes of 60-Degree Nasal Goniotomy for Open Angle Glaucoma.Alejandro Espaillat
Journal of Glaucoma. 2023-10-01 - 4 citationsEffect of collagen implants in the reduction of high astigmatism induced by penetrating keratoplasty.Alejandro Espaillat, King W. To, Elliot M. Perlman
Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. 1999-10-01 - 1 citationsPreservation of vision through Weiss ring after dense vitreous hemorrhage.Alejandro Espaillat, Lloyd Paul Aiello, Richard M Calderon, Jerry D. Cavallerano, Robert W. Cavicchi
American Journal of Ophthalmology. 1999-09-01
Journal Articles
- Enhancing Operating Room Surgical Efficiency through Artificial Intelligence: A Comprehensive ReviewAlejandro Espaillat, Surgical Research, 7/5/2024
- Enhancing Drug Discovery and Development through Artificial IntelligenceAlejandro Espaillat, International Journal of Computer Science and Mobile Applications, 6/14/2024
- Transforming Glaucoma Care with Artificial Intelligence: A Comprehensive Review of Diagnosis, Monitoring, and Treatment AlgorithmsAmberg A, Espaillat A, Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, 4/15/2024
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Books/Book Chapters
Abstracts/Posters
- Progression of diabetic retinopathy after phacoemulsification cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantationARVO’98 Annual Meeting., Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 1/1/1999
- Progression of diabetic retinopathy after phacoemulsification cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation.Espaillat A, Aiello LP, Shah ST et al, Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci, 1/1/1999
- Correlation of VEGF in the urine, plasma and vitreous with activity of diabetic retinopathy.Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci, 1/1/1999
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Lectures
- Management of Complications from Chemical PeelingMiami, Florida - 2/9/2018
- Chemical PeelingsMiami, Florida - 2/9/2018
- Skin Conditioning and Skin ClassificationMiami, Florida - 2/9/2018
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Other
- The Human Orbit: UdemyEspaillat A
https://www.udemy.com/ophthalmology-the-human-orbit/learn/
1/1/2016 - Video Presentation “Complications During Phacoemulsification”
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Miami, Florida. - 1/1/2003 - Progression of diabetic retinopathy after cataract surgery. (CD-ROM)Espaillat, A, Highlights of the ASCRS 1999 Annual Meeting, Ophthalmology Interactive
Boston - 1/1/1999 - Join now to see all
Press Mentions
Lasik Surgeon Melbourne, FlJanuary 10th, 2019
Grant Support
- Progression of Diabetic Retinopathy After Phacoemulsification Cataract SurgeryAmerican Diabetes Association1999–2001
Committees
- Member, Continuing Medical Education / University of Miami Hospital 2006 - 2010
- Member, Surgical Review Committee / University of Miami Hospital 2006 - 2010
- Member, Operating Room Committee / University of Miami Hospital 2006 - 2007
- Member, Performance Improvement Council / Cedars Medical Center 2005 - 2008
- Member, Utilization Review / Cedars Medical Center 2005 - 2008
- Chairperson, Programs & Services Committee / Miami Lighthouse for the Blind 2004 - 2007
- Member, Programs & Services Committee / Miami Lighthouse for the Blind 2001 - 2007
Research History
- Sub InvestigatorA Phase IIA, Multicenter, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial to Study the Efficacy and Safety of XXXX in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with Inadequate Glycemic Control2009 - 2009
- Sub investigatorA Phase IIa Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial of XXXX in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with Inadequate Glycemic Control on Insulin2009 - 2009
- Sub investigatorDose-Ranging Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Oglemilast in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease2008 - 2008
- Sub investigatorDose Escalation Study to Assess the Safety and Effect on Ventricular Rate of Multiple Oral Doses of XXX in Adult Subjects with Atrial Fibrillation2006 - 2006
- Research Fellow / Harvard Medical School1990 - 1993
Professional Memberships
- Member
- American Society of Cataract & Refractive SurgeryMember
- American Academy of Aesthetic MedicineMember
Other Languages
- Spanish
Industry Relationships
- Ophthalmology Advisory Member, Continucare-Humana Medical Centers2014 - 2015
- Ophthalmology Advisory Member, Interamerican Medical Centers2011 - 2013
- Ophthalmology Advisory Member, HealthSun Health Plans2010 - 2011
- Advisory Board Member, Abbott Medical Optics2010 - 2011
- Advisory Board Member, Optos2008 - 2010
- Advisory board member, Endo Optiks2008 - 2010
- Advisory Board Member, Biosyntrx2007 - 2010
- Advisory Board Member, Ista Pharmaceutical2005 - 2010
- Diabetes Care Ophthalmology Advisory Board, Eli Lilly2005 - 2010
- Glaucoma Advisory Board Member, Allergan2005 - 2010
- Advisory Board Member, Alcon Surgical2005 - 2010
External Links
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