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Michelle L. White, MD
Specialties:
Office Locations:
ReFocus Eye Health
87 Grandview Avenue
Waterbury, Connecticut 06708
Phone: (203) 596-1517
Refocus Eye Health
415 Highland Avenue
Cheshire, Connecticut 06410
Phone: (203) 909-6768
About Dr. White
Dr. Michelle L. White is a board-eligible ophthalmologist focusing on anterior segment disorders, cataracts, cornea transplant surgery, and laser vision correction. Dr. White’s journey in medicine began at Drexel University College of Medicine, where she earned her medical degree and later served as Chief Resident during her ophthalmology residency training.
Driven by a passion for understanding the intricacies of the cornea, Dr. White pursued a research fellowship at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, delving into cutting-edge corneal advancements. Further honing her skills, she completed a clinical cornea fellowship at the esteemed Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia.
Dr. White’s expertise shines through her scholarly contributions, with numerous papers published in respected peer-reviewed journals. Notably, she authored the Treatment Guideline of HSV Keratitis for the American Academy of Ophthalmology, showcasing her leadership in the field.
Dr. White finds joy in the rhythm of her feet hitting the pavement during runs, embracing the thrill of travel, and cherishing moments with her family.
Locations
- Cheshire, CT
- Waterbury, CT
Specialties
- Cataracts
- Comprehensive eye exams
- Cornea cross-linking
- Cornea injuries and conditions
- Cornea transplant
- Laser vision correction
Education
Medical School
Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
Residency
Categorical Surgery – Mt. Sinai School of Medicine, Cabrini Medical Center, New York, NY
Categorical Surgery – University of California Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, CA
Ophthalmology – Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA
Ophthalmology – Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
Fellowship
Clinical Fellow, Cornea – Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
Research Fellow, Cornea – Harvard Medical School / Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, MA
Languages
- English