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Recognized for her unwavering commitment and dedication to the institution and her patients as a clinical researcher and specialist since 2004.
Dr. Paola Josefina De La Parra Colin
Eye/Lasik Care
20+
Years of Experience
3+
ReviewsAcross Internet
5.0
RatingsAverage Rating
About Dr. Paola Josefina De La Parra Colin
Dr. Paola Josefina De La Parra Colin is an Ophthalmologist at Médica Sur in Mexico City, with a specialization in Cornea, Ocular Surface, and Refractive Surgery. She has a Master Ocular Surface and Immunology, University of Valladolid (Spain) and a Fellowship in Cornea and External Diseases, UNAM/APEC. She also worked as a Research Fellow in the Kellogg Eye Center, University of Michigan.
Professional Background
- Hospital: Mexico City, Tlalpan, Médica Sur, Torre II, Consultorio 323.
- Specialties: Cornea, Ocular Surface, Refractive Surgery.
- Languages: Spanish, English
- Practice: In Médica Sur since 2013; at IMSS CMN La Raza (20092015); Corneal Transplant Coordinator at Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitacion.
Innovations & Contributions
- Research Recognition: Designated as National Researcher Level II (Nivel II) by Mexico's Sistema Nacional de Investigadores (SNI)
- Published Research: Several peer-reviewed articles on dry eye disease, dysfunction of Meibomian glands, anterior segment biometry, and corneal diseases - in journals such as the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
- Research Contributions: Research on evaporative dry eye disease, Scheimpflug camera imaging system, and dry eye in Graft-Versus-Host Disease.
Good to know
Speciality
• General Medicine• Eye/Lasik Care• Laser Surgery• Laparoscopic Surgery• Chronic Diseases
Language Spoken
• Spanish• English
Awards
- • SNI Level I (National System of Researchers)
- • Certified Specialist
Consultant Ophthalmologist (Torre II, Office 323)
2011 - Present
Professor of Subject A
2013 - Present
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20+ years of experiencePrimary speciality - Eye/Lasik Care
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Anonymous
5.0• Mar 2023• GOOGLE
Professional expertise and consultation quality at Médica Sur.
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Anonymous
5.0• Mar 2024• GOOGLE
Exceptional attention to detail. She is highly specialized in cornea and ocular surface issues. Very professional and clear during the diagnosis process.
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