Dr. Cristos Ifantides

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Denver, CO

Areas of Expertise

Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery
Advanced Technology Intraocular Lenses
Glaucoma Surgery
Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation (ECP)
Complex Anterior Segment Reconstruction

Meet Dr. Cristos Ifantides

About Me

Dr. Cristos Ifantides, MD, MBA is a fellowship-trained, board-certified anterior segment surgeon specializing in routine and complex surgeries of the front of the eye. He offers modern cataract care—including laser-assisted techniques and advanced lens options—as well as surgical and laser treatments for glaucoma. Known for surgical innovation and medical education, Dr. Ifantides has published extensively, delivered dozens of invited talks, and pioneered techniques that help surgeons manage challenging anterior segment problems. Before entering private practice, he served on the faculty of an academic medical center, where his NIH-funded lab explored 3D printing, materials science, and drug delivery to solve unmet needs in ophthalmology. Dr. Ifantides completed an Academic Global Ophthalmology/Anterior Segment fellowship at Wills Eye Hospital after ophthalmology residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He earned his MD and MBA at the University of Florida. Patients appreciate his calm, collaborative style and the way he pairs state-of-the-art technology with clear, step-by-step guidance before and after surgery.

Training

  • Wills Eye Hospital

    Academic Global Ophthalmology / Anterior Segment

    2017

    Wills Eye Hospital

    Fellowship
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Ophthalmology

    2016

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Residency
  • University of Florida College of Medicine

    Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    2012

    University of Florida College of Medicine

    Medical School
  • MBA

    2012

    University of Florida – Hough Graduate School of Business

    Masters / PhD
  • BA, Classical Studies

    2006

    University of Florida – College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CO, PA
License Numbers
DR.0058844, MD457518

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