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Dr. Carolina Altagracia Chiou

Ophthalmology Oculofacial Surgeon

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Dr. Carolina Chiou

Ophthalmology Oculofacial Surgeon

Providence, RI

Areas of Expertise

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Eyelid Malpositions and Ptosis
Tear Drainage System Disorders
Orbital Malformations, Inflammation, and Tumors
Traumatic Eyelid and Orbital Reconstruction
Functional and Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery

About Me

Dr. Carolina A. Chiou is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery. She cares for adults with eyelid, orbital, and tear drainage problems, as well as patients seeking functional or cosmetic eyelid procedures. Dr. Chiou graduated magna cum laude from Florida International University with dual degrees in biological sciences and chemistry, then earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She completed her ophthalmology residency in the Harvard Ophthalmology Residency Training Program and went on to an American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery at Massachusetts Eye and Ear/Harvard Medical School. Her clinical interests include eyelid malpositions, blocked tear ducts, orbital malformations, inflammation and tumors, traumatic injuries, and reconstruction after skin cancer. Dr. Chiou is also active in research, presenting at national and international meetings and publishing in peer-reviewed journals. She is passionate about expanding access to eye care, including work with underserved communities and participation in global medical missions.

Training

  • ASOPRS in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
    Massachusetts Eye and Ear / Harvard Medical School
    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology
    Harvard Ophthalmology Residency Training Program
    Residency
  • Harvard Medical School
    Doctor of Medicine (MD)
    Harvard Medical School
    Medical School
  • Biological Sciences and Chemistry (Magna Cum Laude)
    Florida International University
    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    MA, RI
  • License Numbers:
    291901, MD19988