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Office
924 W Mountain Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Summary
- Mark Packer is recognized internationally as a leader in Ophthalmology and is acknowledged as the author of original research that has established groundbreaking, innovative technologies. Dr. Packer’s career demonstrates his dedication to improving care and enhancing outcomes through technological innovation. He has served as Chairman of the Cataract Clinical Committee of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and was chosen by the American Academy of Ophthalmology to author the Preferred Practice Pattern for Cataract. Dr. Packer works extensively with leaders in the ophthalmic industry on the development of innovative technology. His goal remains increased safety and optimal results for all patients.
Education & Training
- Boston University Medical CenterResidency, Ophthalmology, 1992 - 1995
- Mt. Zion Medical Center of UCSF1991 - 1992
- University of California, Davis, School of MedicineClass of 1991
- Harvard UniversityAB, Biology, General Studies, 1976 - 1981
Certifications & Licensure
- CA State Medical License 1992 - 2026
- CO State Medical License 2014 - 2025
- OR State Medical License 2000 - 2025
- FL State Medical License 2013 - 2015
- MD State Medical License 2013 - 2015
- VA State Medical License 2013 - 2014
- IL State Medical License 2009 - 2011
- American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Senior Achievement Award American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2012
- The Goar Lecture Houston Ophthalmological Society, 2011
- 135 Leading Ophthalmologists in America Becker’s ASC Review, 2011
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Clinical Trials
- Study of the MEL 80 Excimer Laser Using LASIK in the Treatment of Mixed Astigmatism Start of enrollment: 2007 Jan 01
- Safety and Effectiveness Study of the MEL 80 Excimer Laser Using LASIK in the Treatment of Hyperopia Start of enrollment: 2004 Jul 01
- Study of the MEL 80 Excimer Laser Using LASIK in the Treatment of Moderate to High Myopia Start of enrollment: 2006 Oct 01
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Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Effectiveness and safety of a novel crosslinked hyaluronate canalicular gel occlusive device for dry eye.Mark Packer, Richard Lindstrom, Vance Thompson, Jai G Parekh, Preeya Gupta
Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. 2024-10-01 - Reply: Safety and effectiveness comparison of a new cohesive ophthalmic viscosurgical device.Mark Packer, Mitchell Shultz, James Loden, George Lau
Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. 2023-09-01 - 1 citationsSafety and effectiveness comparison of a new cohesive ophthalmic viscosurgical device.Mark Packer, Mitchell Shultz, James Loden, George Lau
Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. 2023-08-01
Journal Articles
- Bupleurum for the treatment of Epilepsy.Packer, M., Kligler, B, International Journal of Chinese Medicine
- Bupleurum treats liver disharmonies by regulating cellular calcium metabolism.Packer, M, Oriental Healing Arts Bulletin
- Due process.Packer, M, Western Journal of Medicine
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Books/Book Chapters
Abstracts/Posters
- Advances in IOL design.Packer, M, Ophthalmology management 2003 Buyer’s Guide, Fort Washington, PA: Boucher Communications, Inc
- Advanced surgical techniques: Panel discussion: Microincisional cataract surgery: Pearls for making the transition.Packer, M., Lindstrom, R. L., Braga-Mele, R., Fine, I. H. (Panelists). Lindstrom, R. L., (Moderator), In Supplement to Cataract Refractive Surgery Today: Cataract Innovators Symposium, Bausch Lomb University
- Panel Discussion: Intraocular Refractive Surgery. Refractive Surgery, Simply the Best.Packer, M, International Society of Refractive Surgery of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (ISRS/AAO), Chicago, IL
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Lectures
- Bupleurum and Epilepsy: The Calcium Connection.Third International Congress of Chinese Medicine University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA.
- Common Ophthalmologic Disorders.Medical Sciences II, School of Allied Health Sciences East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
- The Eyes Have It.Pediatrics Day 1997 East Carolina University School of Medicine, Greenville, NC
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Other
- Wavefront guided relaxing incisions move the bar higher.Packer, M
- Pseudophakic correction of spherical aberration Current Insight.Packer, M
http://aaophp.aao.org/current_insight/pseudophakic_correction_of_spherical_aberration?from=0,0 - Tecnis multifocal IOL delivers spectacle independence.Packer, M
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Press Mentions
- STAAR Surgical Begins Commercialization of EVO Viva™ Presbyopia Correcting LensNovember 4th, 2020
- STAAR Surgical Gains Supplemental Lens Approval for EVO Visian ICL to Target Post-Cataract Market OpportunityJanuary 13th, 2020
- STAAR Surgical to Host Investor and Analyst Day on November 8, 2019November 6th, 2019
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