Dr. Ovette Villavicencio

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Tucson, AZ

Areas of Expertise

Corneal Transplantation
Descemet’s Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK)
Femtosecond Laser Cataract Surgery
Fuchs’ Endothelial Dystrophy Management
External Eye Disease Treatment

About Me

Dr. Ovette Villavicencio, M.D., Ph.D., is a fellowship-trained cornea specialist who performs minimally invasive corneal transplantation and advanced technology cataract surgery, including femtosecond laser–assisted techniques. He also treats the full spectrum of corneal and external eye diseases, with particular expertise in Fuchs’ endothelial dystrophy and keratoconus. His surgical approach emphasizes precision, rapid recovery, and long-term clarity.Dr. Villavicencio completed his undergraduate studies at Illinois Wesleyan University and earned both a Ph.D. in optical storage materials and his medical degree from the University of Arizona. He went on to an internship and ophthalmology residency at the University of Arizona, followed by a cornea, refractive, and external disease fellowship at the prestigious Price Vision Group in Indianapolis. Trained in modern partial-thickness techniques such as DMEK, he focuses on clear communication and individualized care so patients understand their options and feel confident at every step.

Training

  • Corneal Transplantation, Refractive Surgery & External Disease

    Price Vision Group

    Fellowship
  • University of Arizona

    Ophthalmology

    University of Arizona

    Residency
  • University of Arizona College of Medicine

    Medical Doctor (MD)

    University of Arizona College of Medicine

    Medical School
  • University of Arizona

    PhD, Optical Storage Materials

    University of Arizona

    Masters / PhD
  • BA, Chemistry and Business Administration

    Illinois Wesleyan University

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
AZ, IN
License Numbers
R72235, 01073604A

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