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Dr. Lori Coors, MD
Ophthalmologist | Retina Specialist
1708 Coit Rd 215 Plano TX, 75075About
Dr. Lori Coors, MD is a top Ophthalmologist/Vitreoretinal Specialist practicing in both Dallas and Plano, TX. She specializes in the diagnosis and management vitreoretinal conditions including are-retlate macular degeneration(AMD), diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, epiretinal membreanes, macular holes and trauma. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Coors is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. She serves of a principal investigator and co-investigator on several clinical trials at Texas Retina Associates and focuses her research efforts on new pharmacotherapies being developed for the management of AMD and diabetic retinopathy. She has been appointed as an Examiner for the American Board of Ophthalmology and is active in several local and national ophthalmology organizations. As a leader and expert in her field, Dr. Lori Coors is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life and pursuing sight-saving therapies.
Education and Training
Santa Clara University BA 1995
University of New Mexico SOM MD 1999
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Examiner for American Board of Ophthalmology ABOP 2021 - Present
Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) 1998 Medical school
- Phi Beta Kappa 1994 Santa Clara University
- Alpha Sigma Nu, Jesuit Honor Society 1995 Santa Clara University
- Beta Beta Beta, Biology Honor Society 1994 Santa Clara University
- Faculty Award for Excellence 1999 Univ. of New Mexico School of Medicine
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Tear
- Macular Hole
- Uveitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
Professional Memberships
- Dallas Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Retina Specialists
Treatments
- Medical and surgical management of vitreoretinal conditions
Internships
- Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, Intern , 1999-2000
Fellowships
- Emory University, VItreoretinal Surgery, 2003-2005
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of OphthalmologyAmerican Society of Retina SpecialistsDallas Academy of Ophthalmology
Professional Affiliations
- Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
What do you attribute your success to?
- I attribute my success to hard work and dedication to excellence in all the I do. I care very much for my patients and want only the best outcomes for them. I work hard to ensure that they have good outcomes and to improve their quality of life.
Areas of research
- Macular degeneration, DIabetic retinopathy, uveitis
Hobbies / Sports
- GolfSpending time with family
Areas of research
Principal Investigator and sub-investigator for multiple clinical trials involving Macular Degeneraation, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Vein Occlusion and Uveitis. Trials are enrolling in Dallas and Plano.
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Wesley K. Herman MD5421 La Sierra Drive Dallas Texas 75231
- Rand Spencer9600 North Central Expressway Dallas Texas 75231
- Dr. Matthew Adams MD/MBA6843 Communications Pkwy Ste 810 Plano TX 75024
- Jack C. Cooper7831 Park Lane Dallas Texas 75225
- Dr. Serena Wang MD5323 HARRY HINES BLVD DALLAS TX 75390
- Jeffrey Whitman11442 N. Central Expy Dallas TX 75243
Nearest Hospitals
BAYLOR REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER AT PLANOl
4700 ALLIANCE BOULEVARD PLANO TX 75093THE HEART HOSPITAL BAYLOR PLANOl
1100 ALLIED DRIVE PLANO TX 75093TEXAS HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL DALLASl
8200 WALNUT HILL LANE DALLAS TX 75231TEXAS INSTITUTE FOR SURGERY AT PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITl
7115 GREENVILLE AVENUE SUITE 100 DALLAS TX 75231NORTH CENTRAL SURGICAL CENTER LLPl
9301 NORTH CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY SUITE 100 DALLAS TX 75231