Distinguished in Glaucoma

Dr. Craig Chaya

Ophthalmology
Optum
University Of Utah Department Of Ophthalmology
65 S Mario Capecchi Dr Moran Eye Center, 
Salt Lake City, UT 
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24 Years of Experience
Distinguished in Glaucoma
Optum
University Of Utah Department Of Ophthalmology
65 S Mario Capecchi Dr Moran Eye Center, 
Salt Lake City, UT 
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Overview

My research interests are in global ophthalmology with a particular emphasis on glaucoma and cataract care. I am also interested in glaucoma surgical techniques and outcomes. Finally, I'm interested in pediatric glaucoma and ways to improve to diagnosis and coordination of care.

Dr. Chaya is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 14 articles in the study of Glaucoma.

Graduate Institution
Loma Linda University School Of Medicine, 2002
Residency
Texas Tech Univeristy Health Sciences Center
Specialties
Ophthalmology
Licenses
Ophthalmology in UT
Board Certifications
American Board Of Internal Medicine
Fellowships
John A Moran Eye Center-University of Utah HSC
Hospital Affiliations
Primary Children's Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

University Of Utah Department Of Ophthalmology
65 S Mario Capecchi Dr Moran Eye Center, Salt Lake City, UT 84132
Call: 801-581-2352
Other Locations
Ophthalmology - Midvalley
Murray, UT 84107
Call: 801-585-3937

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

21 Total Publications

Short-Term Outcomes of Gonioscopy-Assisted Transluminal Trabeculotomy in Patients with Advanced Glaucoma.
Short-Term Outcomes of Gonioscopy-Assisted Transluminal Trabeculotomy in Patients with Advanced Glaucoma.
Journal: Journal of current ophthalmology
Published: October 27, 2024
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