Dr. Ethin Kiekhafer

Dr. Wassef Chanbour is a cornea, external disease, and refractive surgery specialist at the University of Minnesota. His practice spans the full spectrum of medical and surgical corneal and anterior segment care for adults and children. He performs cataract surgery with advanced and sutured intraocular lenses, partial-thickness corneal transplantation (including DALK, DSEK/DSAEK, and DMEK), corneal cross-linking for keratoconus, and complex anterior segment reconstruction. He also offers modern refractive options such as LASIK, PRK, and ICL for appropriately selected patients. Dr. Chanbour completed a Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at a Harvard Medical School–affiliated program (Boston Eye Group/Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center). He previously completed ophthalmology residency and earned his medical degree at the Lebanese University, where he also cultivated interests in research and education. Dr. Chanbour has authored peer-reviewed publications and presented at national and international meetings. He is dedicated to clear, compassionate communication and precise surgical care tailored to each patient’s goals.