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Office
160 Boston Ave
Suite 223
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701Phone+1 407-834-7776Fax+1 407-260-2831
Summary
- Dr. Miguel Lugo is an ophthalmologist based in Altamonte Springs, FL, with subspecialties in cataract-related issues and cornea and external diseases. He completed his medical education with residencies at Duke University Hospital, Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University/Wills Eye Hospital, and Temple University Hospital. Dr. Lugo is experienced in corneal transplant surgery, Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy, complex cataract surgery, and corneal edema. His notable publications have been widely cited, reflecting his contributions to the field. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Regional Top Doctor and Top MD, and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Education & Training
- Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University/Wills Eye HospitalResidency, Ophthalmology, 1986 - 1987
- Duke University HospitalResidency, Ophthalmology, 1983 - 1986
- Temple University HospitalResidency, Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical, 1981 - 1983
- Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple UniversityClass of 1981
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- FL State Medical License 1987 - 2026
- PA State Medical License 1986 - 2014
- NC State Medical License 1983 - 1988
- American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Regional Top Doctor Castle Connolly, 2014
- Top MD Consumers Checkbook
- Fellow (FAAO) American Academy of Ophthalmology
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 33 citationsThe accuracy of finger tension for estimating intraocular pressure after penetrating keratoplasty.Roy S. Rubinfeld, Elisabeth J. Cohen, Peter R. Laibson, Juan J. Arentsen, Miguel Lugo
Ophthalmic Surgery and Lasers. 1998-03-01 - Computerized preparation of a scientific poster.Miguel Lugo, Speaker Mg, Elisabeth J. Cohen
The CLAO Journal. 1989-07-01 - 41 citationsPseudophakic bullous keratopathy.Juan J. Arentsen, Elisabeth J. Cohen, Steven E. Brady, Kent G. Leavitt, Miguel Lugo
American Journal of Ophthalmology. 1988-09-01
Press Mentions
- Army Veteran Aiming to Evacuate Trapped Afghan Medical Workers from Clinic She Helped OpenAugust 25th, 2021
- Rockaways’ Only Hospital Could Turn into 15-Bed ‘Micro-Hospital’ Under ProposalMarch 3rd, 2021
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
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