Dr. Howard Amiel
Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Howard Amiel is a board-certified and fellowship-trained ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract, cornea, and refractive surgery. He practices in the Denver Metro area, serving patients at offices in Arvada, Denver, and Lone Tree. With extensive experience performing over 25,000 cataract surgeries, Dr. Amiel is recognized as a leading cataract surgeon in the Rocky Mountain region. His expertise includes advanced intraocular lens (IOL) technology and laser-assisted cataract surgery, offering patients the latest options for vision correction.
Dr. Amiel’s practice focuses on a comprehensive range of corneal and refractive procedures, including corneal transplants, LASIK, PRK, and advanced dry eye treatment. He has completed specialized fellowships in cataract and refractive surgery as well as cornea and external disease, training under pioneering surgeons. His commitment to advancing ophthalmic care is reflected in his numerous publications and his role as a peer reviewer for leading eye care journals. Beyond the clinic, Dr. Amiel actively participates in international medical relief efforts.
Training
Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery
2007The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
FellowshipCataract and Refractive Surgery
2006Koch Eye Associates/Dr. Paul S. Koch
Fellowship
Ophthalmology
2005Brown University
ResidencyTransitional Internship
2002Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center
ResidencyDoctor of Medicine
2001The University of Illinois College of Medicine
Medical SchoolMaster of Science, Applied Physiology
1997The Chicago Medical School
Masters / PhD
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
1995University of Iowa
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
Gloria Arndt Award
The University of Illinois College of Medicine
American College of Surgeons Medical Student Award
The University of Illinois College of Medicine
Publications & Press
A randomised controlled trial of alcohol delamination and phototherapeutic
Atypical fungal sclerokeratitis.
Optical coherence tomography of a giant, traumatic tear in the retinal pigment
Tetracaine hydrochloride 0.5% versus lidocaine 2% jelly as a topical anesthetic
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- RI
- License Numbers
- MD11884


