Paul Imperia, MD
Dr. Imperia is a highly experienced board certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery and laser vision correction. One of the Pacific Northwest’s most experienced laser vision correction surgeons, he is also one of Southern Oregon’s only two fellowship-trained cornea specialists. Dr. Imperia also treats cataracts, diabetic disease, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and many other medical conditions.
One of only a small group of surgeons selected to participate in the FDA’s original studies on LASIK, Dr. Imperia has conducted a broad range of research involving corneal and refractive surgery, the physiology of healing after laser surgery, immunologic diseases of the eye, and drug studies involving patients’ postoperative comfort. He has also lectured at a number of medical meetings. A leader in his field, Dr. Imperia instructs fellow ophthalmologists in refractive and corneal surgery and has lectured at national medical meetings.
Dr. Imperia personally supervises every aspect of a procedure from pre-surgical tests to follow-up consultations. He works closely with a seasoned, tightly-knit surgical team and insists on using the most technically advanced, expertly-maintained, FDA-approved laser devices.
Paul and his wife Laura live in the Rogue Valley where they spend as much time as possible enjoying the area’s natural beauty. An avid outdoorsman and athlete,Paul enjoys cycling, running, hiking, swimming, rock climbing, fly fishing, and skiing.
Dr. Imperia is currently accepting new patients.
He provides all levels of eye care, including routine vision exams. Please call us today to make your appointment.
Education and Training
Medical School 1983
Graduated with honors, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York
Internship 1984
Internal Medicine—Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Ohio
Residency 1990
Ophthalmology—Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Ohio
Fellowship 1991
Cornea and Refractive Surgery—Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA, California.