Dr. Justin Grassmeyer

Justin Grassmeyer, MD, PhD, is a Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellow at the University of Iowa's Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal and vitreous disorders, providing advanced surgical care for conditions affecting the back of the eye. His expertise is supported by extensive research in ophthalmic genetics and retinal neurobiology.

Dr. Grassmeyer has authored numerous publications on topics such as Bardet-Biedl syndrome, trisomy 13, and choroidal neovascularization. He has received awards including the Casey Eye Institute Residency Best Paper Award and membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. These achievements highlight his commitment to clinical excellence and scientific inquiry.

He practices at the University of Iowa Health Care in Iowa City, where he is involved in patient care and fellow education. His work focuses on improving outcomes for patients with complex retinal diseases through innovative surgical techniques and research.