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Brian DeBroff, MD, Ophthalmology, New Haven, CT

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Ophthalmology New Haven, CT

Anterior Segment Related, Cataract Related

Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Yale University School of Medicine; Vice Chairman and Director of Faculty Affairs

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  • Office

    Yale Eye Center
    40 Temple St, Unit 3A
    New Haven, CT 06510
    Phone+1 203-785-2020

Summary

  • Dr. Brian DeBroff is an ophthalmologist based in New Haven, CT, specializing in anterior segment and cataract-related conditions. He completed his medical education at Tufts University in 1989 and pursued further training in ophthalmology at UPMC Eye and Ear Hospital. He is currently Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Science and Vice Chairman at the Department of Ophthalmology at Yale University School of Medicine. He serves as Director of Cataract Surgery at Yale and Director of Faculty Affairs. He is experienced in various aspects of ophthalmology, including cataracts, complex cataract surgery, and Femto-second laser assisted surgery. His research has been published in several journals, with notable works on topics such as cataract surgery and intraocular lens optic capture. Dr. DeBroff has been recognized with awards from Castle Connolly and holds fellowships with the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Ophthalmology and was inducted into the International Intraocular Implant Club.

Education & Training

  • UPMC Medical Education
    UPMC Medical EducationResidency, Ophthalmology, 1990 - 1993
  • UPMC Medical Education (Mercy)
    UPMC Medical Education (Mercy)Internship, Transitional Year, 1989 - 1990
  • Tufts University School of Medicine
    Tufts University School of MedicineClass of 1989

Certifications & Licensure

  • CT State Medical License
    CT State Medical License 1994 - 2025
  • PA State Medical License
    PA State Medical License 1991 - 1996
  • Ophthalmology
    American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Greenwich Magazine Castle Connolly, 2013-2014
  • Top Doctors: New York Metro Area Castle Connolly, 2009-2014
  • International Intra-Ocular Implant Club
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Dr. Brian M DeBroff MD, FACS, Ophthalmology, Is Named a Top Doctor: New York Metro Area
    Dr. Brian M DeBroff MD, FACS, Ophthalmology, Is Named a Top Doctor: New York Metro AreaFebruary 2nd, 2018

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