Ophthalmology
Christopher Starr, MD
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology; Director of Ophthalmic Education; Director of the Fellowship Program in Cornea, Cataract & Laser Vision Correction Surgery
Christopher E. Starr, MD, FACS, is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medicine and serves as Director of Ophthalmic Education and Director of the Fellowship Program in Cornea, Cataract & Laser Vision Correction Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. He previously directed the Ophthalmology Residency Program from 2006 to 2012. His subspecialty focus is cornea and external diseases, treating conditions such as corneal diseases, dry eye syndrome,
30+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Education & Training
- Johns Hopkins University/Wilmer Eye Institute — Fellowship, Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Surgery, 2003
- Harvard University — Residency, Ophthalmology
- Weill Cornell Medical College — M.D., 1996
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
- Healthgrades — America's Top Ophthalmologists
2010
- Healthgrades — Teacher Of The Year Award
2006
- Healthgrades — Walter J. Stark Research Award
2002-2003 (2 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Director of Ophthalmic Education
- Director of the Fellowship Program in Cornea, Cataract & Laser Vision Correction Surgery
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
30+ years in practice