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Dr. Igor Irvin Bussel

Ophthalmology Glaucoma Specialist

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Dr. Igor Bussel

Ophthalmology Glaucoma Specialist

Fullerton, CA

Areas of Expertise

Glaucoma (Medical and Surgical Management)
Premium Intraocular Lens Implants
Diode Laser Cyclophotocoagulation
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

About Me

Dr. Igor I. Bussel is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in glaucoma, complex cataract surgery, and advanced anterior segment care. He earned his MD at Rosalind Franklin University, where he also completed master’s degrees in biomedical science and healthcare administration. He finished residency in ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh and a glaucoma and advanced anterior segment fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He previously served on faculty at UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Institute and directed the Glaucoma Section at VA Long Beach. Dr. Bussel’s academic work spans micro-invasive glaucoma surgical devices, novel imaging modalities, and surgical outcomes; he has authored peer-reviewed publications and presented nationally and internationally. His care philosophy emphasizes clear education, shared decision-making, and surgical excellence to help patients preserve and restore sight.

Training

  • Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
    Glaucoma and Advanced Anterior Segment Surgery
    Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
    Fellowship
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    Ophthalmology
    University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    Residency
  • Medical Doctor (MD)
    Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
    Medical School
  • MS, Biomedical Science
    Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
    Masters / PhD
  • MS, Healthcare Administration
    Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
    Masters / PhD

Awards & Honors

  • Resident Excellence Award

    ASCRS Foundation
  • Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellowship

    Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
  • Academic Scholarship

    Chicago Medical School (Rosalind Franklin University)

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    CA
  • License Numbers:
    A161695

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