Christopher Robert Dermarkarian MD

Oculo-Plastic & Orbital Reconstructive Surgery

Physician

Duke Eye Center2351 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705

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Summary

Christopher Dermarkarian, MD, is an ophthalmologist based in Durham, NC, specializing in oculo-plastic and orbital reconstructive surgery. He completed his medical education at the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, followed by an internship at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, a residency in ophthalmology at Baylor College of Medicine/Cullen Eye Institute, and a fellowship at the University of California (Irvine). Currently, he is an Associate Professor at Duke Health, having previously worked as a Clinical Instructor at UCI Health. His experience covers areas such as thyroid eye disease, lacrimal system procedures, orbital fractures, cosmetic procedures, and eyelid disorders. Dr. Dermarkarian has contributed to multiple publications in his field.

Education & Training

University of California (Irvine)Fellowship, Ophthalmology, 2021 - 2023
Baylor College of Medicine/Cullen Eye InstituteResidency, Ophthalmology, 2018 - 2021
University of Illinois College of Medicine at ChicagoInternship, Preliminary Year, 2017 - 2018
University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of MedicineClass of 2017
Duke UniversityB.S, 2007 - 2011

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Certifications & Licensure

CA State Medical License 2021 - 2027
NC State Medical License 2023 - 2026
TX State Medical License 2018 - 2021
IL State Medical License 2017 - 2018
American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Cystic Panfolliculoma of the Eyelid.
Alan D Proia, Christopher R Dermarkarian, Michelle M Schneider
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 2026-06-04
The effect of "single-blinded" versus "double-blinded" reviews on publication outcomes at the journal: a review of data from 2022 to 2024.
Christopher R Dermarkarian, Sandra Stinnett, Richard C Allen
Orbit. 2026-04-01
Bilateral upper lid symblepharon following posterior approach ptosis surgery.
James O Robbins, Irene T Lee, Julie A Woodward, Kourtney H Houser, Amol A Sura
Orbit. 2026-02-01

Authored Content

Silicone Gel Is No Better Than Petrolatum Ointment in Preventing Eyelid ScarringMarch 2025

Press Mentions

Phenylephrine 2.5% Ophthalmic Solution May Be Better Than Eyelid Taping for Ptosis EvaluationJuly 6th, 2026
Highlights of the ASOPRS 2025 Spring SymposiumJune 2nd, 2025
Silicone Gel Is No Better Than Petrolatum Ointment in Preventing Eyelid ScarringMarch 24th, 2025