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Howard Straub, DO, Ophthalmology, Lakewood, CO

Howard Nicholas Straub DO

Ophthalmology•Lakewood, CO

Refractive Surgery

Board Certified Ophthalmic Surgeon

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  • 7440 W. Alaska DriveLakewood, CO 80226

  • Phone+1 303-922-0288

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Summary

  • Howard Straub, DO, is an ophthalmologist based in Denver, Colorado with subspecialty training in refractive surgery. He completed his residency in ophthalmology at Detroit Osteopathic Hospital and holds a medical degree from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine. His professional expertise includes refractive and cataract surgery, as well as laser vision correction. Dr. Straub has contributed to publications, including the textbook, Refractive Eye Surgery, Second Edition, and holds a U.S. and International Patent in the field of presbyopia. He is a Fellow and Past President of the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Straub has received multiple awards, including the Distinguished Service Award from the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology.

Education & Training

  • Detroit Osteopathic Hospital
    Detroit Osteopathic HospitalResidency, Ophthalmology, 1976 - 1979
  • Detroit Osteopathic Hospital
    Detroit Osteopathic HospitalInternship, rotating internship, 1975 - 1976
  • Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic MedicineClass of 1975
  • University of Vermont
    University of VermontFellowship, 1970 - 1971
  • William Paterson University
    William Paterson UniversityBA, Chemistry and Physics, 1966 - 1970

Certifications & Licensure

  • CO State Medical License
    CO State License 1979 - 2027
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State License 2010 - 2026
  • NV State Medical License
    NV State License 2004 - 2026
  • WA State Medical License
    WA State License 2002 - 2026
  • NM State Medical License
    NM State License 2008 - 2023

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology
  • Distinguished Service Award American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology, 1998
  • Fellow American Academy of Ophthalmology

Publications & Presentations

Journal Articles

  • Ocular Manifestations of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)  
    Howard N. Straub, DO, Journal of the Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology, 1/1/1989
  • Fluorescein Angiography  
    Howard N. Straub, DO, Rocky Mountain Medical Journal, 1/1/1981
  • The True Ophthalmic Emergencies  
    Howard N. Straub, DO, Michigan Osteopathic Journal, 1/1/1978

Books/Book Chapters

  • Refractive Eye Surgery 
    Leo D. Bores, MDEditors: Blackwell, Scientific, Inc..2001

Lectures

  • Symposium on Cataract, IOL, and Refractive Surgery 
    Boston, MA - 1/9/2010
  • Neuro-ophthalmology Update 
    Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, WA - 1/20/2007
  • A Contact Lens Design and Manufacturing Update 
    Ciba Vision (a Novartis Company), World Headquarters, Duluth, GA - 1/17/2007

Other

  • Reading Implant™ Theory and Technique-A Course Syllabus 
    Howard N. Straub, DO, Advanced Ophthalmic Enterprises, Ltd.
    1/1/2000
  • Eight Latest Developments in the Treatment of Cataracts 
    Howard N. Straub, DO, Eye Care Information
    1/1/1983

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