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Robert Melendez, MD, Ophthalmology, Albuquerque, NM

RobertF.MelendezMDMBA

Ophthalmology Albuquerque, NM

Cataract Related, Refractive Surgery

Founder & CEO, Juliette Eye Institute

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  • Office

    8801 Horizon Blvd NE
    Ste 130
    Albuquerque, NM 87113
    Phone+1 505-355-2020

Education & Training

  • Wright Patterson Air Force Base
    Wright Patterson Air Force BaseFlight Surgeon, Aerospace Medicine, Flight Surgeon Training, 2015 - 2016
  • University of New Mexico, Anderson School of Management
    University of New Mexico, Anderson School of ManagementMBA, Business, Young Alumni Award, 2006 - 2008
  • University of New Mexico Anderson School of Management.
    University of New Mexico Anderson School of Management.MBA, 2006 - 2008
  • University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
    University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of MedicineResidency, Ophthalmology, 2001 - 2004
  • University of New Mexico School of Medicine
    University of New Mexico School of MedicineInternship, Internal Medicine, 2000 - 2001
  • University of New Mexico School of Medicine
    University of New Mexico School of MedicineClass of 2000, MD
  • University of New Mexico
    University of New MexicoMSc, Biomedical Sciences, 1994 - 1996
  • University of New Mexico
    University of New MexicoB.S., Biochemistry, 1991 - 1994

Certifications & Licensure

  • NM State Medical License
    NM State Medical License 2000 - 2027
  • American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Flight Surgeon, Lt Col USAF/NMANG, 2014-2020
  • UNM Zia Award University of New Mexico Alumni Association, 2018
  • Who's Who in America
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Perceptions of recent ophthalmology residency graduates regarding preparation for practice.  
    McDonnell PJ, Kirwan TJ, Brinton GS, Golnik KC, Melendez RF, Parke DW 2nd, Renucci A, Smith JH, Smith RE, Ophthalmology, 2/1/2007
  • Photodynamic Actions of Indocyanine Green and Trypan Blue on Human Lens Epithelial and Retinal Pigment Epithelial Cells.  
    R.F. Melendez, N. Kumar, S. Maswadi, K. Zaslow, and R.D. Glickman, American Journal of Ophthalmology, 1/1/2005
  • Isolated Herpes Simplex Keratoconjunctivitis in a Neonate Born by Cesarean Delivery  
    M. Gallardo, D. Johnson, J. Gaviria, L. Nguyen, R. Melendez, D. Connor, D. Conrad, Journal of American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, 1/1/2005
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Books/Book Chapters

Lectures

  • Using the iPhone/iPad to improve clinical efficiency for the ophthalmologist. 
    American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting - 10/1/2010
  • Incorporating Premium IOLs for the Young Cataract Surgeon. Breakfast with Experts session. 
    American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting - 10/1/2010
  • Enhancing your Keynote presentations. 
    American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting - 10/1/2010
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Other

  • Pearls of Wisdom for the Young Ophthalmologist. Building your Practice and your Reputation. 
    Melendez, R.F., EyeNet Magazine
    3/1/2006

Press Mentions

  • Alcon to Deliver Robust Scientific Program at ASCRS 2022
    Alcon to Deliver Robust Scientific Program at ASCRS 2022April 20th, 2022
  • Screens, Masks and Eye Problems: Optometrists Seeing Pandemic Related Vision Woes
    Screens, Masks and Eye Problems: Optometrists Seeing Pandemic Related Vision WoesDecember 18th, 2020
  • Fundraiser near to Hearts of Mom, Daughter
    Fundraiser near to Hearts of Mom, DaughterJuly 29th, 2019

Committees

  • Board of Director, Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation Board 2013 - Present
  • Editor-in-Chief, ONE® Network 2011 - Present
  • Executive Director and Founder, The Juliette RP Vision Foundation 2008 - Present
  • Consumer Representative, FDA Dermatologic and Ophthalmic Committee 2012 - 2015
  • Chair, AAO Young Ophthalmologist Committee 2012 - 2014
  • Secretary, AAO Online education

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish