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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Pterygium near Puerto Rico. Of these, 22 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    23 providers found
      Advanced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology

      Oftalmologos Asociados Del Norte Crl

      Manati, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Juan Perez is an Ophthalmologist in Manati, Puerto Rico. Dr. Perez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Pinguecula and Pterygium.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      San Juan, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ana Bartolomei is an Ophthalmologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Bartolomei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      525 F D Roosevelt Ave, Torre De Plaza Ste. 705, 
      San Juan, PR 
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rafael Taboas is an Ophthalmologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Taboas has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Pterygium, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

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      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium

      Instituto De Ojos Y Piel, Inc

      11310 Ave 65 Infanteria, Carr 3 Km 12.3, 
      Carolina, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Miguel Santiago-Garcia is an Ophthalmologist in Carolina, Puerto Rico. Dr. Santiago-Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Astigmatism, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Presbyopia.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium

      Puerto Rico Eye Institute

      Pr-1 Ave Sakura Plaza Bairoa, Suite 245, 
      Caguas, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Frank Abella-Ayala is an Ophthalmologist in Caguas, Puerto Rico. Dr. Abella-Ayala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Retinal Vein Occlusion, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium

      Aguadilla Eye MD Psc

      Aguadilla, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cristina Ferrari-Lugo is an Ophthalmologist in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Dr. Ferrari-Lugo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Pinguecula, Pterygium, Cataract, and Entropion.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ave De Diego, 150 Suite 404, 
      San Juan, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Maria Berrocal-Fernandez is an Ophthalmologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Berrocal-Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Pinguecula, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Mayaguez, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rodolfo Del Toro Colberg is an Ophthalmologist in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. Dr. Del Toro Colberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Allergic Conjunctivitis, Pterygium, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Dry Eye Syndrome.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Bayamon, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Marcel Tollinche is an Ophthalmologist in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. Dr. Tollinche is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Cataract, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Aguadilla, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Raul Lopez-Verge is an Ophthalmologist in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Dr. Lopez-Verge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top area of expertise is Pterygium.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ponce, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hiram Quinones-Ferrer is an Ophthalmologist in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Dr. Quinones-Ferrer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, and Cataract.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium
      150 Ave De Diego, Suite 502, 
      San Juan, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Emilio Arce-Lopez is an Ophthalmologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Arce-Lopez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Cataract.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium

      Aguadilla Eye MD Psc

      Aguadilla, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lilliam Diaz-Velez is an Ophthalmologist in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Dr. Diaz-Velez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Dry Eye Syndrome, Chalazion, and Eyelid Bump.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium

      Eye Care Of San Juan P S C

      357 Ave De La Constitucion, 
      San Juan, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Federico Maestre-Grau is an Ophthalmologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Maestre-Grau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Chalazion, and Eyelid Bump.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Number 2 Ana D Perez Marchand St, Industrial Reparada, 
      Ponce, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jose Rivera-Pietri is an Ophthalmologist in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rivera-Pietri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Pinguecula, Pterygium, Cataract, and Glaucoma.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      San Juan, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Carmen Henn is an Ophthalmologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Henn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology

      Recinto De Ciencias Medicas

      Suite 200 Centro Comercial Reparto Metropolitano, Ave. Americo Miranda, 
      Rio Piedras, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lilia Rivera is an Ophthalmologist in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rivera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top area of expertise is Pterygium.

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Juncos, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ana Galva-Rodriguez is an Ophthalmologist in Juncos, Puerto Rico. Dr. Galva-Rodriguez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Pterygium, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Ophthalmology
      San Juan, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jose Plaza is an Ophthalmologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Plaza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Pterygium, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

      Experienced in Pterygium
      Experienced in Pterygium
      Manati, PR 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Elsie Ortiz-Goveo is an Ophthalmologist in Manati, Puerto Rico. Dr. Ortiz-Goveo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Pterygium?

      A pterygium is a noncancerous growth that starts in the clear, thin tissue (conjunctiva) of the eye. This growth covers the white part of the eye (sclera) and extends onto the cornea. It is often slightly raised and contains visible blood vessels. The problem may occur on one or both eyes.

      When should I see a Pterygium doctor in Puerto Rico?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Pterygium doctor in Puerto Rico?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Pterygium doctors in Puerto Rico?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Pterygium doctors in Puerto Rico?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Pterygium doctor in Puerto Rico?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Pterygium doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pterygium doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Pterygium doctor in Puerto Rico?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Pterygium doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Pterygium doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Pterygium doctors in Puerto Rico?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pterygium doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Pterygium doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pterygium doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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