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Dr. Ovette Villavicencio

Ophthalmology

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Dr. Ovette Villavicencio

Ophthalmology

Tucson, AZ

Areas of Expertise

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

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
  • 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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