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Dr. Vlad Matei
Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist
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Dr. Vlad Matei
Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist
Boulder, CO
Areas of Expertise
Meet Dr. Vlad Matei
About Me
Dr. Vlad M. Matei is a vitreoretinal surgeon dedicated to helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes for their retinal disease. He provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, macular holes, epiretinal membranes, and other vascular disorders. Patients often remark on his thorough explanations and attention to detail.Dr. Matei graduated magna cum laude from Rice University and completed his MD at UT Southwestern Medical School. He finished an internal medicine residency before pursuing ophthalmology residency and a two-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical Center. His professional interests include diagnostic challenges, refinement of surgical technique, and the systemic links to ocular disease. He has authored peer-reviewed publications and educational articles and enjoys teaching and lecturing for eye-care professionals. Outside of work, he spends time with his family and enjoys reading and programming.
Training
BA, Biochemistry & Cell Biology; EnglishRice UniversityUndergraduate
Vitreoretinal Diseases and SurgeryUT Southwestern Medical CenterFellowship2019
OphthalmologyUT Southwestern Medical CenterResidency2017
Internal MedicineUT Southwestern Medical CenterResidency2014- Doctor of MedicineUT Southwestern Medical SchoolMedical School2011
Publications, Presentations & Press
- Tips for Handling Patient DistrustRetina Today2022
- What’s Coming in Therapies for Diabetic RetinopathyRetina Specialist2022
- Retinal Hemorrhages During Examination for Retinopathy of Prematurity: A Form of Ocular Decompression RetinopathyJournal of VitreoRetinal Diseases2020
- Poor Outcomes Despite Aspirin or Statin Use in High-Risk Patients With Retinal Vein OcclusionGraefe’s Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology2017
- Bilateral Hypopyons as a Presenting Symptom of Intraocular Mantle Cell LymphomaJAMA Ophthalmology2016
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In:CO, TX
- License Numbers:CDRH.0062159, R2167


