Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro
Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Luis Fernandez de Castro is a cornea specialist and comprehensive ophthalmologist at the Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute. He provides a full spectrum of medical and surgical eye care, with particular expertise in conditions of the cornea and anterior segment. His practice focuses on cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, and the management of complex corneal diseases.
Dr. Fernandez de Castro treats a wide range of ocular conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye, ocular allergies, and corneal infections. He also manages eye complications from systemic diseases such as diabetes. He is skilled in advanced surgical techniques such as micro-incisional cataract surgery with premium lens implants, pterygium excision, and endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK), a specialized corneal transplant procedure that promotes faster healing.
Committed to patient-centered care, Dr. Fernandez de Castro builds lasting relationships with his patients and prioritizes clear communication and excellent clinical outcomes. He stays at the forefront of his field through ongoing research and active participation in major ophthalmic societies.
Training

Cornea and External Disease
2013Storm Eye Institute, Medical University of South Carolina
Fellowship
Department of Ophthalmology
2012Storm Eye Institute, Medical University of South Carolina
Residency
Rotating Internship
2009Medical University of South Carolina
ResidencyDoctor of Medicine
1996Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Medical School
Awards & Honors
Program Director's Award
2011Storm Eye Institute, Medical University of South Carolina
Award for Exceptional Instruction to Resident Teaching
2007Medical University of South Carolina
Best Paper of Session
2007American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Award Winning Video
2007European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
Best Paper of Session
2006American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- FL
- License Numbers
- ME116570


