Leonardo Javier Velazquez MD
Anterior Segment Related, Cataract Related, Glaucoma Related
Cataract Surgeon, Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
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Kelly & Velazquez Eye Center, P.C.1504 North Main StPalmer, MA 01069
Phone+1 413-283-3511
Fax+1 413-668-0031
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Summary
- Leonardo Velazquez, MD, is an ophthalmologist based in Palmer, MA, with subspecialties in anterior segment, cataract, and glaucoma-related conditions. He completed his education and training at University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, Tufts Medical Center, MetroWest Medical Center, and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. He currently practices at Kelly & Velazquez Eye Center and has experience in pterygium excision, cataract surgery, glaucoma, and dry eye treatment. His research includes several publications focused on macular volume and imaging techniques, which have been widely cited. He has received honors such as a fellow designation from the American Academy of Ophthalmology and has volunteered with EyeCare America.
Education & Training
University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonResidency, Ophthalmology, 2002 - 2005
MetroWest Medical CenterInternship, Internal Medicine, 2001 - 2002
University of Puerto Rico School of MedicineClass of 2001
Tufts Medical CenterFellowship, Ophthalmology, 1999 - 2000
Certifications & Licensure
MA State Medical License 2004 - 2025
RI State Medical License 2004 - 2020
American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- EyeCare America Volunteer American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2008, 2011, 2017-2018
- Fellow (FAAO) American Academy of Ophthalmology
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Compulink Advantage EHR, Compulink, 2011-2013
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 10 citationsMicrobial contamination of immersion biometry ultrasound equipment.Leonardo J. Velázquez-Estades, Audrey Wanger, Judianne Kellaway, David R. Hardten, Thomas C. Prager
Ophthalmology. 2005-05-01 - 102 citationsAnalysis of macular volume in normal and glaucomatous eyes using optical coherence tomographyDavid E. Lederer, Joel S. Schuman, Ellen Hertzmark, James M Heltzer, Leonardo J Velazques
American Journal of Ophthalmology. 2003-06-01 - 294 citationsOptical Coherence Tomography Measurement of Macular and Nerve Fiber Layer Thickness in Normal and Glaucomatous Human EyesViviane Guedes, Joel S. Schuman, Ellen Hertzmark, Gadi Wollstein, Anthony J Correnti
Ophthalmology. 2003-01-01
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
- Member
- Member
Other Languages
- Spanish, Portuguese
External Links
- Kelly & Velazquez Eye Center, P.C.https://www.kellyandvelazquezeyecenter.com/
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