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Dr. Christine Funke

Ophthalmology Glaucoma Specialist

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Dr. Christine Funke

Ophthalmology Glaucoma Specialist

Phoenix, AZ

Areas of Expertise

Glaucoma Diagnosis and Long-Term Management
Trabeculotomy Procedures
Aqueous Tube Shunt Implants

About Me

Dr. Christine M. Funke is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist. She provides comprehensive care for glaucoma across all stages, as well as cataracts and related conditions. Her surgical expertise includes SLT/DSLT, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), trabeculotomies, tube shunt implants, glaucoma laser procedures, and complex or combined cataract–glaucoma operations. Dr. Funke’s philosophy centers on long-term relationships and proactive management of lifelong diseases like glaucoma. Originally from the Chicago area, Dr. Funke earned a biology degree from the University of Notre Dame and her medical degree from Rush Medical College. She completed ophthalmology residency at Case Western Reserve University, where she helped found the University Eye Hospitals Alumni Association, and then a glaucoma fellowship at the University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary focused on advanced and complex disease. She remains active in research, education, and professional societies.

Training

  • University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary
    Glaucoma
    University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary
    Fellowship
  • Case Western Reserve University
    Ophthalmology
    Case Western Reserve University
    Residency
  • Medical Doctor (MD)
    Rush Medical College
    Medical School
  • University of Notre Dame
    Biology
    University of Notre Dame
    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    AZ, IL
  • License Numbers:
    58248, 036.134613

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