Dr. David Almeida

OphthalmologyRetina Specialist
Erie, PA

Areas of Expertise

Vitreoretinal Surgery
Macular Surgery
Retinal Disease Management
Retinal Laser Treatments
Intravitreal Therapies (Anti-VEGF)
Vitreoretinal Imaging and Diagnostics
Clinical Trials in Retinal Disorders
Virtual Retina Second Opinions

About Me

David R.P. Almeida, MD, MBA, PhD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon dedicated to caring for diseases of the retina, vitreous and macula while advancing sight-saving therapies through clinical research. As Director of Clinical Research at Erie Retina Research, he leads a fast-paced program bringing cutting-edge surgical and pharmaceutical studies to the Erie region. Dr. Almeida’s background spans an Honors BSc from the University of Toronto, a PhD in pharmaceutical drug research from the University of Szeged, an MBA in healthcare management from The George Washington University, medical school and ophthalmology residency at Queen’s University, and a vitreoretinal disease and surgery fellowship at the University of Iowa. He has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed publications and delivered over 150 national and international presentations. Patients appreciate his clear communication, data-driven recommendations, and focus on aligning treatment with each individual’s visual goals.

Training

  • University of Iowa

    Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery

    University of Iowa

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology

    Queen’s University

    Residency
  • Medical School

    Queen’s University

    Medical School
  • PhD in Pharmaceutical Drug Research

    University of Szeged

    Masters / PhD
  • The George Washington University

    MBA in Healthcare Management

    The George Washington University

    Masters / PhD
  • University of Toronto

    Honors Bachelor of Science

    University of Toronto

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Honor Award

    American Society of Retina Specialists

  • Power List Top 50 Rising Stars in Ophthalmology

    The Ophthalmologist

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
IA, PA
License Numbers
40740, MD466443

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