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Having a vision of providing excellence in ophthalmic, surgical, and medical care to his patients while utilizing the latest techniques and diagnostic equipment in an ethical and compassionate fashion and wanting to provide an unparalleled work environment for his staff that allows for continuing education and opportunities for growth, Dr. Botelho opened his own practice, the Botelho Eye Institute in Fall River, Ma. in spring of 2009.*
State License Information
Licensed in Massachusetts
What is Ophthalmology?
Ophthalmology involves the treatment of the eye and vision disorders. An ophthalmologist is a physician who diagnoses and treats eye disorders and diseases, and sometimes performs eye surgery. Ophthalmology is more than just vision care. This specialist is trained to medically or surgically treat all ocular and vision problems, including disorders of the eyelids and visual pathways. The ophthalmologist also provides comprehensive vision exams and prescribes glasses and contact lenses.
Professional Experience
Professional Affiliations/Memberships
American Academy Oph
American Society Cat Refract Surgery
Association Research Vis&Ophthmal
J Hopkins Medical Surgery Society
Massachusetts Medical Sociaty
Participation in Clinical Trials
Yes*
Publications
various,
see website for publications,
http://www.botelhoeyeinstitute.com
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Radio
routinely,
WSAR Morning Show
General information about eye health
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Physician Treats
Cataracts,
Cataract surgery complications,
Conjunctivitis,
Diabetes,
Diabetic retinal disease,
Disorders of the retina,
Eye disorders,
Eye lid disorders,
Eye muscle disorder,
Eyelid growths,
Glaucoma,
Herpes zoster,
IOL power error,
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca,
Keratoconus,
Labrum Tear Repair,
Lacerations,
Macular degeneration,
Parasitic Infection,
Phakic IOL implantation for refractive errors
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Physician Performs
Cataract removal surgery,
Cornea surgery & transplants,
Eye Procedures (Including Prescriptions For Glasses & Contacts),
Eye surgery,
Laser surgery,
Lasik Eye Surgery (Laser Assisted Situ Keratomileusis)
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Scheduling
Accepting New Patients
Yes*
Provides Patients With Access to a Nurse
No*
Average time to get a new patient appointment:
1 day*
Average time for existing patient to get an appointment:
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