Location
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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

Vitreoretinal Surgery and Diseases
2013Duke University
Fellowship
Ophthalmology
2011University of Miami
Residency
MD
2006Mayo Clinic
Medical School
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- NC
- License Numbers
- 2011-00690
