Dr. Lori Coors, MD, Ophthalmologist | Retina Specialist
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Dr. Lori Coors, MD

Ophthalmologist | Retina Specialist

4/5(36)
1708 Coit Rd 215 Plano TX, 75075
Rating

4/5

About

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

Provider Details

Female English

Areas of expertise and specialization

Macular DegenerationDiabetic RetinopathyRetina DetachmentMacular holes

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.

Dr. Lori Coors, MD's Practice location

1708 Coit Rd 215 -
Plano, TX 75075
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9600 N. CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY -
DALLAS, TX 75231
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Patient Experience with Dr. Coors


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Dr. Lori Coors, MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 36 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Ophthalmologist | Retina Specialist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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