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About Me
Dr. Diego Espinosa Heidmann is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in retinal diseases and surgery. He serves as a professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical College of Georgia, where he is actively involved in training the next generation of eye care specialists. Dr. Espinosa Heidmann's clinical expertise includes the diagnosis and treatment of complex retinal conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and retinal vascular occlusions.
With a medical degree from the University of Cartagena and certification in the state of Georgia, Dr. Espinosa Heidmann brings extensive experience to his practice. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive retinal care, including medical and surgical management of vitreoretinal disorders. Patients can expect a thorough evaluation and personalized treatment plans tailored to their specific condition and needs.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Espinosa Heidmann is engaged in ophthalmic research, with recent publications focusing on choroidal neovascularization and ocular infections. He was recognized as Educator of the Year by the Augusta University Department of Ophthalmology in 2022, reflecting his commitment to excellence in teaching and patient care.
Training
MD, Medicine
1993University Of Cartagena Medica
Medical School
Awards & Honors
Educator of the year
2022Augusta University Department of Ophthalmology
Publications & Press
Bone marrow transplantation transfers age-related susceptibility to neovascular remodeling in murine laser- induced choroidal neovascularization
Journal Article, Academic Journal•2013Candida dubliniensis endophthalmitis: First case in North America
Journal Article, Academic Journal•2012Disseminated Cryptococcus with ocular cryptococcoma in a human immunodeficiency virus-negative patient
Journal Article, Academic Journal•2012Macrophage activation associated with chronic murine cytomegalovirus infection results in more severe experimental choroidal neovascularization
Journal Article, Academic Journal•2012Estrogen receptor β protects against in vivo injury in RPE cells
Journal Article, Academic Journal•2010
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- GA, SC
- License Numbers
- 062035, 40446


