Dr. Lejla Vajzovic

OphthalmologyRetina Specialist
Durham, NC
(919) 681-3937
Accepts Medicare

Location

Duke Eye Center
2351 Erwin Rd
Durham, NC 27705-4699
Accepting New Patients

Areas of Expertise

Macular Holes
Retinal Vascular Blockage
Retinal Disease In Children
Vitreoretinal Surgery
Pediatric Retinal Disorders
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About Me

Lejla Vajzovic, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric retinal diseases and vitreoretinal surgery. She serves as a retinal surgeon and pediatric retinal specialist at Duke Eye Center, where she provides care for both adults and children. Dr. Vajzovic is actively involved in clinical research, participating in trials for conditions like macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, which helps bring cutting-edge treatments to her patients.

Her expertise includes managing complex retinal conditions such as macular holes, retinal detachment, retinal vascular blockage, and retinopathy of prematurity. She is skilled in using advanced imaging techniques like optical coherence tomography angiography to diagnose and monitor eye diseases. Dr. Vajzovic is committed to improving outcomes for pediatric patients with retinal disorders and contributes to medical education and research in this field.

Dr. Vajzovic is accepting new patients and sees them at Duke Eye Center locations in Durham, North Carolina. She is fluent in English and German, which allows her to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population. Her dedication to patient care and ongoing research ensures that she provides comprehensive and up-to-date treatment options.

Training

  • Duke University Eye Center

    Vitreoretinal Surgery and Diseases

    2013

    Duke University

    Fellowship
  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami (Florida)

    Ophthalmology

    2011

    University of Miami

    Residency
  • Mayo Medical School (Minnesota)

    MD

    2006

    Mayo Clinic

    Medical School

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
NC
License Numbers
2011-00690