Dr. Philip Garza

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Buford, GA

Areas of Expertise

About Me

Dr. Philip S. Garza is a board-certified, fellowship-trained glaucoma and cataract surgeon. He offers comprehensive glaucoma care and the full range of surgical options, including laser therapies, state-of-the-art minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), and traditional procedures such as trabeculectomy and tube-shunt surgery. For patients with cataracts, he emphasizes advanced-technology lens options and a personalized plan to improve both clarity and day-to-day function.

Dr. Garza graduated summa cum laude from the University of Miami, earned his MD magna cum laude at Emory University School of Medicine with an additional master’s in clinical research, completed residency at the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, and pursued glaucoma fellowship training at Stanford’s Byers Eye Institute. He remains active in clinical research and patient education, helping people understand their choices and choose the safest, most effective path forward.

Training

  • Glaucoma Clinical and Surgical

    Byers Eye Institute, Stanford University

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology

    W. K. Kellogg Eye Center, University of Michigan

    Residency
  • Emory University School of Medicine

    MD (magna cum laude)

    Emory University School of Medicine

    Medical School
  • Emory University

    MS in Clinical Research

    Emory University

    Masters / PhD
  • University of Miami

    Undergraduate (summa cum laude)

    University of Miami

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CA, GA
License Numbers
A168100, 87805

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