Dr. Sushma Vance, MD, Jacksonville, FL

About Dr. Sushma Vance

Dr. Sushma K. Vance is a board certified, fellowship trained retina specialist. Dr. Sushma K. Vance graduated with distinction from the University of Michigan in biology and anthropology and received her medical degree and ophthalmology residency training at Northeast Ohio Medical University. While in residency, Dr. Vance authored and secured several research and community service grants. She was also awarded the William H. Falor award for best resident research. Having finished her ophthalmology residency, Dr. Vance completed a medical retina fellowship at the Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York and the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital followed by a surgical retina fellowship with Texas Retina Associates in Dallas. After completing her fellowship, Dr. Sushma K. Vance was in private practice for 6 years before joining the Atlantic Eye Institute in January 2017. Dr. Vance specializes in the treatment of age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disease, uveitis, and retinal tears and detachments. Dr. Sushma K. Vance has published numerous scientific papers focused primarily on retinal imaging and complex retinal disorders. She serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Sushma K. Vance is a Community Servant in Eye Care Dr. Vance has been involved with several volunteer organizations including Surgical Eye Expeditions (SEE) International, the Student Sight Savers Program, and Prevent Blindness America. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Hypertensive retinopathy

Surgical retina and vitreous procedures

Retinal detachment

Vitreous opacities and degeneration

Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)

Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other

Hypertensive retinopathy

Surgical retina and vitreous procedures

Retinal detachment

Vitreous opacities and degeneration

Office location

Dr. Sushma Vance, MD also offers online video visits for patients

Atlantic Eye Institute

3316 3rd St S, Ste 103, Jacksonville, FL 32250

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Education and background

Practice names

Atlantic Eye Institute

Board certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

Medical School - Northeast Ohio Medical University, Doctor of Medicine
Northeast Ohio Medical University, Residency in Ophthalmology
Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York, Fellowship in Medical Retina
University of Michigan (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Retina Specialists

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1124210281

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Dr. Sushma Vance work with?

Dr. Sushma Vance works with Atlantic Eye Institute.

Where is Dr. Sushma Vance's office located?

Dr. Sushma Vance has 2 office locations in Jacksonville, view full addresses on Dr. Vance's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Sushma Vance have?

Dr. Sushma Vance is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Sushma Vance?

Dr. Sushma Vance frequently sees patients for Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Sushma Vance on their profile.