Dr. Paul Parker

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Boston, MA

Areas of Expertise

Laser Procedures for Glaucoma
Traditional Filtration Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
Cataract Surgery with Multifocal IOLs
Sustained-Release Glaucoma Drug Delivery

About Me

Paul R. Parker, MD, is a glaucoma and cataract specialist with Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston. He provides individualized, evidence-based care for glaucoma and modern cataract surgery tailored to patients’ visual goals.

Dr. Parker earned his Bachelor of Science in Cell & Molecular Biology and Biomedical Engineering and a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Michigan. He received his Doctor of Medicine from Rush Medical College, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Medical Society and the Gold Humanism Honor Society. He completed his internship and ophthalmology residency at the Illinois Eye & Ear Infirmary, serving as Chief Resident, followed by a glaucoma fellowship at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary.

He is an active member of the American Glaucoma Society, American Academy of Ophthalmology, New England Ophthalmological Society, and the Massachusetts Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Parker is dedicated to delivering personalized glaucoma and cataract care, with interests in laser procedures, sustained drug delivery platforms, cataract surgery with multifocal intraocular lenses, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, and traditional filtration surgery. He serves the communities of Boston and Weymouth.

Training

  • Glaucoma

    Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Boston, MA

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology

    Illinois Eye & Ear Infirmary, Chicago, IL

    Residency
  • Internship

    Illinois Eye & Ear Infirmary, Chicago, IL

    Residency
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    Rush Medical College of Rush University, Chicago, IL

    Medical School
  • University of Michigan

    MS in Biomedical Engineering

    University of Michigan

    Masters / PhD
  • University of Michigan

    BS in Cell & Molecular Biology and Biomedical Engineering

    University of Michigan

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Medical Society

    Rush Medical College

  • Gold Humanism Honor Society

    Rush Medical College

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
MA
License Numbers
1018587

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