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M. Vaughn Emerson
Ophthalmologist
710 East 24th Street Suite 304 Minneapolis Minnesota, 55404About
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
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
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Nearest Hospitals
ABBOTT NORTHWESTERN HOSPITALl
800 EAST 28TH STREET MINNEAPOLIS MN 55407PHILLIPS EYE INSTITUTEl
2215 PARK AVENUE SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS MN 55404