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New Port Richey
5413 U.S. Highway 19
New Port Richey, FL 34652
Clearwater
2565 Enterprise Rd.
Clearwater, FL 33763
Saint Petersburg
603 7th St South
Saint Petersburg, Florida 33701
Dr. Claudio Ferreira
Retinal Specialist
World Renowned Retinal Surgeon
Dr. James Powers is a renowned retinal surgeon and specialist dedicated to providing exceptional care to seniors. With extensive experience in treating conditions such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts, he is committed to preserving vision and improving the eye health of his senior patients.
Dr. Ferreira's Story
Dr. Ferreira’s deep rooted desire to help people came from watching his father who was an ophthalmologist. Since then, Dr. Ferreira has continued to learn from ophthalmologists from all over the world. After studying medicine at the University of Vassouras in Brazil, he completed his chief residency at University of California Los Angeles. For the past 19 years, Dr. Ferreira has played a key role in successfully maintaining people’s healthy vision in Fort Myers.
Advanced Technology
Our advanced eye care technology ensures precise diagnoses and innovative treatments, enhancing the vision of seniors.
Patient Focused Experience
We prioritize the unique needs and preferences of our senior patients, delivering personalized care that ensures a positive and comfortable experience.
Compassionate Care
Our dedicated team is trusted for exceptional eye care, prioritizing seniors with expertise and compassion.
Dr. Ferreira's Specialties
Macular degeneration Retinal Detachment Diabetic Eye Diseases
Eye Pain Glaucoma Blindness
Dry Eye Floaters
We are positive you will love him, and his abilities to help you continuing living life clearly.
Just listen to some of the happy patients Dr. Ferreira has helped!
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Just Listen to Our Happy Customers Living A Brighter and Clearer Life Today Because Of Our Physicians
"My family member is a patient of Healthy Vision Institute. And, has been for nearly two decades. It is a Blessing to have a facility and staff as dedicated as this one. Thank you!"
“I love this place because I love coming and seeing my mom, but the doctors here are absolutely amazing in what they do for people who are losing their eyesight due to diabetes, macular degeneration and RVO. The doctors have steady hands & wonderful personalities. So you are always in good hands at healthy Vision Institute.”
"Wonderful doctor and staff. Very professional and caring. I'm happy I found a great place to have my eyes taken care of. Recommend highly.”
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Credentials
- Licensed in the state of Texas – USA
- Licensed in the State of Florida – USA
- Licensed in the State of Massachusetts – USA.
- Licensed in the State of Tennessee – USA.
- Licensed in the State of Virginia – USA.
- Licensed in the State of California – USA.
- Licensed in the State of Rio de Janeiro – Brazil.
- Undergraduate School
- College Objetivo SP-G, Goiania, Brazil – BA in Electronics
- Medical School
- University of Vassouras – School of Medicine, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Surgical Vitreo-retinal Fellowship
- Vitreoretinal Foundation
- Surgical Vitreo-retinal Fellowship
- Clinical Instructor of Ophthalmology
- Ophthalmology Residency
- General Surgery Internship
- Consultant for Genentech
- Lucentis case studies – Eye Health Vision Centers – North Dartmouth, MA
- Consultant for OSI/Eyetech
- Roundtable – Dallas, Texas
- Consultant for OSI/Eyetech
- Roundtable – Miami Beach, FL
- Consultant for OSI/Eyetech – Update in Macular Degeneration
- Roundtable – Columbus, OH
- Allergan Posurdex Phase 3 Retinal Vein Occlusion Program
Co-investigator- University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
- The Pacific American Volunteer Association Appreciation Award 2002
- Los Angeles Eye Institute / LensCrafters – Gift of Sight Program
- The Pacific American Volunteer Association Appreciation Award 2003
- Los Angeles Eye Institute / LensCrafters – Gift of Sight Program
- Acute Internal Medicine and General Ophthalmology
Charlottesville Free Clinic – Charlottesville, VA - Chief Resident Department of Ophthalmology
- Charles Drew University/UCLA, Los Angeles, California
- Lee County Medical Society
- Massachusetts Medical Society
- American Medical Association
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
- American Academy of Ophthalmology – Fellow
- Brazilian Society of Ophthalmology
- American Board of Ophthalmology Recertification to Dec 31, 2031
- American Board of Ophthalmology Certification –“Board Certified”
- English
- Portuguese
- Spanish
Opening Hours
Mon-Fri: 6am-10pm
Sat-Sun: 8am-2pm
Contact
Phone: 800-123-4567 Text: 800-123-4568
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