Ophthalmology
Kimberly Cockerham, MD
Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor, Byers Eye Institute at Stanford University
Dr. Kimberly P. Cockerham is a board-certified ophthalmologist subspecializing in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery, neuro-ophthalmology, and orbital oncology. She treats conditions including thyroid eye disease (TED), eyelid ptosis, aging-related eyelid changes, optic neuropathies, double vision, papilledema, giant cell arteritis, myasthenia gravis, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, and orbital tumors. As principal investigator in TED clinical trials, such as the THRIVE-2 Phase 3 Veli
35+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology), 1993, 2003, 2013
Education & Training
- George Washington University School of Medicine — M.D., 1987
- Allegheny General Hospital — Fellowship, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery, Orbit and Adult Strabismus, 1994-1995
- Walter Reed Army Medical Center — Fellowship, Neuro-Ophthalmology, 1992-1993
- Walter Reed Army Medical Center — Residency, Ophthalmology, 1989-1992
- UC San Diego, Revelle College — B.S., Biology
Peer Recognition
- ACS — Fellow (FACS)
2026
2019-2025 (7 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Sharp Grossmont Hospital
- Scripps Mercy Surgery Pavilion
Languages
English
Experience
35+ years in practice