Jeffrey Whitman
Ophthalmologist
11442 N. Central Expy Dallas TX, 75243About
Dr. Jeffrey Whitman is an ophthalmologist practicing in Dallas, TX. Dr. Whitman specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Whitman 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. Whitman 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
Southwestern Medical School MD 1980
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
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Jeffrey Whitman's Expert Contributions
How do you get rid of conjunctivitis fast?
No fast way. If viral, usually better in 7-10 days. If bacterial, antibiotic drops may help quickly. READ MORE
Does vision therapy work for a lazy eye?
Unfortunately, vision therapy only works for lazy eye if done in the early years of life--perhaps before 6 years of age. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Best Eye Doc in Dallas 2020 D Magazine for past 20 years
Professional Memberships
- TOA, AAO, ASCRS, DAO, ISRS, ACES, ABES, SEE, AECOS, Refractive Alliance
Areas of research
Lens implant surgery FDA and clinical trials.
Presbyopia correction
Glaucoma MIGS implants
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- Treatments for Conjunctivitis
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