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Eye Surgeons

Serving Longmont, Lafayette, Boulder, Fort Collins, and Greeley, CO

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William L. Benedict, M.D.
Surgical and Medical Retinal Specialist

Northern Colorado Eye SurgeonsAs a board certified ophthalmologist and retinal specialist, William L. Benedict, M.D. has been with the Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado since 1993 and serves as director of the Retinal Center of Northern Colorado. Dr. Benedict earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine and a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering from the University of Michigan. He completed an ophthalmology residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, and went on to two years of vitreoretinal fellowship training at Texas Tech University. Dr. Benedict is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology on the University of Colorado Medical School faculty. Dr. Benedict specializes in the surgical and medical treatment of vitreoretinal disorders, such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vascular diseases, retinal detachment, uveitis and severe ocular trauma. With extensive training and experience in the use of ocular lasers and current vitreoretinal techniques, Dr. Benedict stays on top of the latest advancements to ensure every individual obtains the best retinal treatment available.

 

Joel S. Meyers, M.D.
Oculoplastic and Cosmetic Surgeon

Northern Colorado Eye SurgeonsAs director of the Meyers Aesthetic Center and its affiliated skin care division, Joel S. Meyers, M.D., has been at the Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado since 1992. He is specialized in cosmetic and reconstructive eye and facial plastic surgery, and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is also specialized in oculoplastics and is the only specialist in the region to routinely perform reconstructive tear duct surgery. Dr. Meyers graduated with distinction and summa cum laude from the University of Colorado at Denver with a bachelor of arts degree in biology. He went on to earn a medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Meyers served as chief resident and completed his residency training at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Queens Hospital Center in New York. He also taught at the University of Arizona Medical School, where he received his fellowship training from the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center. This fellowship program is one of few nationwide certified by the American Society of Ophthalmic and Plastic Reconstruction Surgeons.

 

Irene Olijnyk, M.D.
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist

Northern Colorado Eye SurgeonsAs a comprehensive ophthalmologist who is a board certified physician and surgeon, Irene Olijnyk, M.D. has been with the Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado since 1981. Dr. Olijnyk earned a bachelor of arts degree in psychology in 1976 from the University of Illinois. She went on to earn a medical degree from Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in 1977, and completed an ophthalmology residency from 1977 to 1980 at Loyola University and Hines V.A. Hospital in Illinois. Some of the many areas of interest Dr. Olijnyk has include working with nearsightedness, astigmatism, pink eye, injuries, cataracts and glaucoma. She treats several causes of glaucoma and is familiar with recent advances and medications available to help treat it. As one of the most experienced eye M.D.s in the region, Dr. Olijnyk has a great relationship with her patients, and enjoys working with patients of all ages. She feels it is important for all people, from infants to the elderly, to take care of their eyes and have regular comprehensive eye exams.

 

Micah W. Rothstein, M.D.
Glaucoma Specialist

Northern Colorado Eye SurgeonsMicah Rothstein, M.D., a fellowship trained specialist in glaucoma, is the director of glaucoma services at the Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado. After graduating with a bachelor of science degree in business administration from the University of Arizona – Tucson, he completed his pre-med coursework at the University of Colorado – Denver. Dr. Rothstein received a medical degree from the University of South Carolina and went on to complete his internship at Georgetown University and his residency at George Washington Medical Center, both in Washington, D.C. He received his glaucoma fellowship at the University of Florida – Gainesville. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology and a member of the Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. Dr. Rothstein joined the practice in 2005.

 

Peter Andrews , M.D.
Cornea and Refractive Specialist

Northern Colorado Eye SurgeonsPeter Andrews, MD is a board certified, fellowship trained cornea, external disease and refractive surgery specialist. Dr. Andrews received his bachelor’s degree in computer science from the University of Florida, Gainesville. After several years as a professional software engineer, he graduated from medical school at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Dr. Andrews completed his ophthalmology residency and fellowship training at the University of Florida. He is a trained cornea specialist performing procedures such as: LASIK; PRK; ICL’s (implantable collamer lenses); INTACS for keratoconus; corneal transplants, including the less invasive DSEK, and anterior lamellar transplants; cataract surgery utilizing the latest refractive lens technology (ReStor and toric IOL’s); and PTK. He is certified in the FDA approved Alpha Cor and Boston K-Pro artificial corneas for advanced corneal disease. Dr. Andrews enjoys performing refractive surgery, cataract surgery and has a strong interest in corneal infectious diseases. He is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery.

 

Elisha Tilton, MD
Surgical &Medical Retinal Specialist

Northern Colorado Eye SurgeonsElisha Tilton, MD is a fellowship trained specialist in retinal disease and surgery, and a board certified ophthalmologist. Dr. Tilton graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in animal physiology and neuroscience from the University of California, San Diego. He taught English as a second language in Colombia and Japan before earning his medical degree at the University of Vermont where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society. He then received two years of vitreoretinal fellowship training at the Lahey Clinic in Boston. Dr. Tilton has been involved in many clinical research trials in the treatment of macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vascular occlusive disease. He specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the vitreous, retina, macula and complications of cataract surgery and ocular trauma. He speaks fluent Spanish.

 

Robert Krone, OD
Comprehensive Eye Care Provider

Northern Colorado Eye SurgeonsAs a licensed optometrist with the Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado, Robert Krone, OD provides comprehensive eye care at our Lafayette office. Dr. Krone focuses on ocular health and family eye care exams for glasses and contact lenses. He joined the Eye Care Center in February 2009. Dr. Krone began his education by receiving a Bachelor of Biology degree from Northern Illinois University in 1983. He then went on to study at Illinois College of Optometry where he received a Doctor of Optometry in May of 1988. Dr. Krone practiced optometry in a large private practice in Evanston, Illinois. He was the team optometrist for Northwestern University's athletic teams from 1996 - 2004. Upon moving to Colorado from Chicago, he became a member of the Colorado Optometric Association. Dr. Krone provides ocular care to patients of all ages and is experienced with cataract and LASIK evaluations.

 

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