Dr. Rebecca Russ Soares

Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist

Dr. Rebecca Soares

Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist

Springfield, MA

Elite Training

Areas of Expertise

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

About Me

Dr. Rebecca Russ Soares is a vitreoretinal surgeon who treats the full spectrum of retinal disease with an emphasis on compassionate, state-of-the-art care. She graduated summa cum laude from Yale University, earned an MD and MPH from Emory University School of Medicine, completed an internal medicine internship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and trained in ophthalmology at Wills Eye Hospital. She then completed a vitreoretinal surgical fellowship at Wills Eye Hospital/Mid Atlantic Retina. Her clinical interests include macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, macular hole and pucker, retinal detachment, retinal vascular occlusions, uveitis, and complications of cataract surgery. Dr. Soares offers advanced treatments such as anti-VEGF therapy, laser, and small-incision vitrectomy. She is active in research and public health initiatives and strives to combine technical excellence with clear communication and supportive follow-up.

Training

Vitreoretinal Surgery
Wills Eye Hospital / Mid Atlantic Retina
Fellowship
Ophthalmology
Wills Eye Hospital
Residency
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Emory University School of Medicine
Medical School
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Emory University
Masters / PhD
Bachelor of Arts
Yale University
Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In:
MA, PA
License Numbers:
292078, MD469774

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