Dr. Victor M. Villegas, MD
Ophthalmologist
360 Del Parque St. Suite 1 San Juan PR, 00912About
Dr. Victor Villegas is an ophthalmologist practicing in San Juan, PR. Dr. Villegas specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Villegas can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Villegas can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
University of Puerto Rico MD 2008
University of Florida Bachelor's Degree 2004
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Dr. Victor M. Villegas, MD's Expert Contributions
Why are my eyes blood red when I wake up?
Red eyes can be caused by different etiologies. It depends on the cause. Visit your ophthalmologist for specific diagnosis. READ MORE
How can we tell if my son is color-blind?
A complete ophthalmologic exam with specific color vision testing should be performed to determine if he is color blind. READ MORE
How do I know if my child has got an allergy or conjunctivitis?
It depends on the cause. Visit your ophthalmologist for specific diagnosis. READ MORE
Can diabetes cause reading difficulties?
Diabetes causes damage to your eyes especially to the vessels that supply blood to the back of the eye, retina. If your vision is fluctuating a complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed to rule out diabetic retinopathy. READ MORE
My son is 3 years old and has developed cataract. What should I do?
He needs to be monitored closely with your ophthalmologist for any changes in vision. READ MORE
Is stopping restasis considered to be dangerous?
It depends on the cause of your redness and itching. Visit your ophthalmologist for specific diagnosis. READ MORE
Why are my eyes blood red when I wake up?
Red eyes in the morning could be caused by dry eyes. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed. READ MORE
My mother is highly diabetic and is not able to see very clearly. Could it be the onset of glaucoma?
Diabetes causes damage to your eyes especially to the vessels that supply blood to the back of the eye, retina. If your vision is fluctuating a complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed to rule out diabetic retinopathy. READ MORE
Can contact lenses be worn by an 8-year-old?
A complete eye examination can help identify if he is elegible for contact lenses. There are many things to consider, not only his prescription, but responsibility of wearing and taking care of the contact lenses as the doctor indicates. READ MORE
I accidentally got eye makeup remover in my eyes and it is burning in spite of using water on them. What should I do now?
It is important to flush your eyes immediately for at least 20 minutes with water or sterile saline solution. If you have symptoms of pain or loss of vision it is important to contact your ophthalmologist right away. READ MORE
Why are my son’s eyes burning?
Dry eye in children is an extremely rare entity and is usually associated to autoimmune disorders. Most children with suspected dry eyes have allergic conjunctivitis. If your child has dry eyes, he needs a complete ophthalmological evaluation by a pediatric ophthalmologist. READ MORE
My son has a black spot in the white portion of his eye. What is this spot?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed. READ MORE
Can a 3 year old child have glasses?
A complete pediatric ophthalmologic exam should be performed to determine if she needs glasses. READ MORE
I have a blood clot in my eyes. Is it serious?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed. READ MORE
Is there an age restriction for a refractive surgery?
There are many factors that determine if a patient is eligible for refractive surgery. Some of them include age (needs to be 18 or older), refractive stability, and certain diseases or medications. You should have a complete ophthalmic evaluation to determine if you are eligible. READ MORE
My daughter is 3 years old and currently has swelling in her left eye. Is this a sty?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed. READ MORE
My dad is suffering from hypertension. Of late he has been complaining of double vision. Are the two related?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed. READ MORE
Why do some people have dry eyes?
Dry eye can have multiple causes. Treatment will depend on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed. READ MORE
Could my dry eyes be due to excessive exposure to the computer screen?
Dry eye can have multiple causes. Treatment will depend on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed. READ MORE
What is the cause of dry eyes?
Dry eye can have multiple causes. Treatment will depend on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineFaculty Titles & Positions
- Associate Professor University of Puerto Rico - Department of Ophthalmology 2018 - Present
- Associate Professor Ponce Health Sciences University - Department of Surgery 2018 - Present
- Voluntary Assistant Professor Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami 2017 - Present
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Birth Defects
- Strabismus
Internships
- San Juan City Hospital (2009)
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