MARTIN DE LA PRESA, M.D.
Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Surgery
MARTIN DE LA PRESA, M.D.
"I chose to pursue a career as a cornea and ocular surface transplant specialist as I was drawn to the precision and technical challenge of the field. I enjoy developing relationships with each of my patients and forming a treatment plan tailored for their individual needs. Ultimately, the greatest reward is seeing the significant improvement in the quality of life of patients who have had their visual function restored.”
– Martin de la Presa, M.D.
BACKGROUND
Martin de la Presa, M.D. is an ophthalmic surgeon specializing in cornea, cataract and ocular surface reconstruction. His background of diverse educational and cross-cultural experiences allows him to solve problems with a global and innovative mindset. He has earned numerous honors and awards for his research including the NASA Earth & Space Health Innovation Award, AMA Healthier Nation Innovation Award, ASCRS Resident Excellence Award and the Harry Friedman Research Award.
He went to medical school at the University of Utah and excelled in his general surgery internship at the Oregon Health & Science University. At the University of Minnesota he trained in comprehensive ophthalmology. He then completed a prestigious fellowship in cornea and external disease at the Cincinnati Eye Institute – a national referral center for complex ocular surface disease. Dr. de la Presa is now accepting new patients at Grene Vision Group in Wichita, Kansas.
I chose to pursue a career in ophthalmology as this field not only allowed me to combine all of my interests with ease but it was also where I found that the best of medicine came together. It is a field where you get to treat all age ranges, provide primary and specialty care, diagnose and treat a variety of diseases, and perform high-precision surgeries. I am fascinated by the broad spectrum of disease that manifests within the eye and how implementing proper treatment for systemic disease will also improve eye health.
I am blessed for the opportunity to work in the field of ophthalmology. Engaging in outreach allows me to give back to the community by making a difference for those who would otherwise not have access to eye care. This world is too beautiful for anyone to have to live with blindness or even with sub-optimal vision. Working with those who do not have access to affordable eye care is a humbling experience and is a constant reminder of the great privilege it is to practice medicine.
I am involved in research and innovation as I believe the clinician-scientist is vital in ensuring that new discoveries translate to improved patient outcomes. I thrive on identifying and analyzing problems that require integrative thinking along with diligent attention to detail. My aim is to couple my entrepreneurial background with the field of ophthalmology to improve eye health and overall quality of life for patients.
