Richard Davidson, MD
Ophthalmology
Board Certified
Care Philosophy
I strive to provide the best care for my patients. I believe in treating the person as a whole, taking every aspect of a patient’s body and health into consideration during diagnosis and treatment.
Clinical Interest for Patients
Small incision no-stitch cataract surgery, "bladeless" laser-based cataract surgery with the LenSx laser, corneal transplants (partial and full thickness) and LASIK surgery and other forms of vision correction surgery.
Title(s)
Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs and Quality, UCHealth Eye Centers, Co-Director, Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery Fellowship, Co-Medical Director, Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Bank
Credentials
Doctor of Medicine
Specialty
Ophthalmology
Scheduling Phone Number
(720) 848-2020
Gender
Male
Languages
English
Hospital Affiliation
University of Colorado Hospital
UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center
Phone: 720-848-2020 720-848-2020
Provider Information
Specialties
- Ophthalmology (2002,2022)
Conditions
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Eyes and Vision
Corneal Disease , Ophthalmic Oncology , Uveitis and Ocular Immunology , Corneal Transplantation , Dry Eyes , LASIK Surgery , Cataract Extraction , Cataract , Eye Disease
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Cancers
Eye
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Surgery
Eye and/or Orbital
Department
Professor, Ophthalmology
Professional Memberships
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society (AOA), Member American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), Member American Board of Ophthalmology (ABOP), Associate Examiner American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), Member International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS), Member Luther Rice Society Advisory Council, George Washington University, Member Pan American Association of Ophthalmology (PAAO), Member Paton Corneal Society, Member The Cornea Society, Member
Research and Grants
Grants
Effects and comparison of commonly used regimen of Prednisolone acetate 1% ophthalmic drops on blood glucose levels in non-diabetic and diabetic subjects (2012)
Cell culture studies of lens cells (2012)
DREAM: Dry Eye Assessment and Management Trial (2014)
Research Interests for Patients
"Ultrathin" corneal donor tissue for DSAEK procedures, new intraocular lens technology, and new treatments for dry eyes.
Education and Training
Medical Schools
MD, Hahnemann University (1997)
Undergraduate Schools
BS, George Washington University (DC) (1992)
Internships
Crozer-Chester Medical Center Program (1998)
Residency Program
Thomas Jefferson University/Wills Eye Institute Program (2001)
Fellowships
University of California (Davis) Health System Program (2002)
Information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
(720) 848-2020
Referral Contact Fax
720-848-5079