Ophthalmology
Rafael Ufret-Vincenty, MD
Professor of Ophthalmology; Distinguished University Chair in Macular Degeneration Research, UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dr. Rafael L. Ufret-Vincenty is a Professor of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center and holds the Distinguished University Chair in Macular Degeneration Research. He specializes in vitreoretinal diseases, with particular expertise in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy. His clinical practice focuses on treating advanced AMD, including choroidal neovascularization and geographic atrophy—conditions representing the leading causes of irreversible blindness in
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)
Education & Training
- Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute — Fellowship, Vitreoretinal Surgery (2004-2006)
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School — Residency, Ophthalmology (2001-2004)
- University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine — Transitional Year Internship (2000-2001)
- University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine — M.D. (1994-2000)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2025-2026 (2 years)
- D Magazine — Best Doctor
2022
- D Magazine — Best Doctors in Dallas
2013
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UT Southwestern Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
25+ years in practice