M. Vaughn Emerson, Ophthalmologist
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M. Vaughn Emerson

Ophthalmologist

710 East 24th Street Suite 304 Minneapolis Minnesota, 55404

About

A true academic, Dr. M. Vaughn Emerson defines what it means to receive a quality education, and world renowned training, creating a fine, experienced physician.  After obtaining his undergraduate degree at Harvard University, Dr. Emerson went on to complete medical school at the Yale University School of Medicine.  His training was furthered at the University of Hawaii where he finished his internship, and then the Wilmer Eye Institute, at Johns Hopkins; for his residency. He finished with fellowship training at Casey Eye Institute at Oregon Health & Science University.  While finishing his fellowship, Dr. Emerson received the "Ronald G. Michel's Award," a highly coveted honor. This award is given out annually to one or two outstanding, second-year vitreoretinal fellow(s) across the country.  Today he is successfully practicing in Minnesota at The Retina Center of Minnesota, and teaching at the University of Minnesota, and the Philips Eye Institute.

Education and Training

Yale University School of Medicine

Board Certification

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Board Certified Retina Specialist

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 19 years of experience

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Professor; Univesity of Minnesota -
  • Professor; Phillips Eye Institute -

Internships

  • University of Hawaii

Fellowships

  • Casey Eye Institute at Oregon Health & Science University

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Society of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, Hennepin County Medical Society, Minnesota Academy of Ophthalmology

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Inspirational Mentors

Hobbies / Sports

  • Photography and Tennis

Favorite professional publications

  • Ophthalmology and Retina Journal

M. Vaughn Emerson's Practice location

710 East 24th Street Suite 304 -
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
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