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Mithra O. Gonzalez, M.D.

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Phone Numbers

Appointment: (585) 273-3937

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Faculty Appointments

Patient Care Setting

Ophthalmology

Biography

Dr. Mithra Gonzalez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital and has a secondary appointment in the Eastman Dental Institutes Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Dr. Gonzalez is a skilled surgeon committed to helping patients overcome debilitating conditions or recapture their self confidence. As an oculofacial specialist, he approaches each case understanding the important balance between preserving functional vision and achieving aesthetic goals. Dr. Gonzalez medically and surgically treats a variety of conditions related to orbital and facial trauma, disease and congenital anomalies.

Dr. Gonzalez graduated with honors from Virginia Commonwealth University and earned his medical degree at the University of Iowa where he was also a research assistant in the Department of Ophthalmology. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at the University of Rochester Medical Center. He continued his training at the University of Colorado School of Medicine where he completed an American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery approved Fellowship. Dr. Gonzalez is board certified in ophthalmology and a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Credentials

Specialties

    Education

    2005
    MD | University Of Iowa Roy J & Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine

    Post-doctoral Training & Residency

    07/01/2010 - 06/30/2012
    Fellowship in Ophthalmic Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery at University of Colorado Hospital- GME

    07/01/2007 - 06/30/2010
    Residency in Ophthalmology at University of Rochester Medical Center

    07/01/2006 - 06/30/2007
    Internship at Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    06/01/2005 - 05/15/2006
    Fellowship at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

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    Awards

    2015 - Present
    Co-President
    Sponsor: Flaum Eye Institute Alumni Council

    2000
    University Honors, Virginia Commonwealth University

    1999
    Undergraduate Research Grant, Virginia Commonwealth University

    1998 - 2000
    Outstanding Academic Achievement Award, The Latino Scholars Program
    Location: Virginia Commonwealth University

    1998 - 2000
    Psychology Honors Program, Virginia Commonwealth University

    1998 - 2000
    Psi Chi
    Location: Virginia Commonwealth University

    1997 - 1998
    Commonwealth Award
    Location: Virginia Commonwealth University

    1997
    Phi Eta Sigma National Honors Society

    1996 - 2000
    Dean's List, Virginia Commonwealth

    1996 - 2000
    University Honors Program, Virginia Commonwealth University

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    Publications

    Journal Articles

    7/2016
    Wozniak RA, Gonzalez M, Aquavella JV. "Keratoprosthesis in Ectodermal Dysplasia." Cornea.. 2016 Jul; 35(7):1026-8.

    2016
    Davies BW, Gonzalez MO, Vaughn RC, Allen GC, Durairaj VD. "Dacryocystitis As the Initial Presentation of Invasive Fungal Sinusitis in Immunocompromised Children." Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery.. 2016 32(4):e79-81.

    2015
    Davies BW, Mollman RA, Gonzalez MO, Hink EM, Durairaj VD. "Biodegradable Fixation of the Orbital Rim After Lateral Orbitotomy." Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery.. 2015 31(4):287-9.

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