Tyrie Lee Jenkins, M.D.
Medical Director
Laser Refractive Surgeon
College:
Mount Holyoke College
South Hadley, Massachusetts, 1976
Medical School:
Jefferson Medical School
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1980
Internship:
Wilmington Medical Center
Wilmington, Delaware, 1981
Residency:
Wills Eye Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1984
Certification:
American Board of Ophthalmology, 1986
Professional Activities:
Dr. Jenkins performed the first LASIK procedure in Hawaii and has been actively involved in a national study regarding LASIK results. Dr. Jenkins is one of the most experienced laser refractive surgeons in Hawaii specializing in PRK and LASIK, and has recently been recognized by VISX as one of the top 100 laser surgeons in the country. She also has a special interest in anterior segment surgery, glaucoma, and cataracts. Dr. Jenkins is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Hawaii Medical Association and the Hawaii Ophthalmology Society.
Personal Interests:
Dr. Jenkins enjoys spending time with her husband and four children. She also enjoys running, sailing, needlepoint, and reading. |
Carlos A. Omphroy, M.D.
Assistant Medical Director
Laser Refractive Surgeon
College:
Occidental College
Los Angeles, California, 1974
Medical School:
UCLA School of Medicine
Los Angeles, California, 1979
Internship:
V.A. Wadsworth Hospital
Los Angeles, California, 1980
Residency:
University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa, 1984
Certification:
American Board of Ophthalmology, 1985
Professional Activities:
Dr. Omphroy was the first surgeon in Hawaii to perform PRK and is one of the most experienced laser refractive surgeons in the state, performing both PRK and LASIK. He has been recognized by VISX as one of the top 100 laser refractive surgeons in the country. He also specializes in cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. He is a Visiting Professor for ORBIS International, a Fellow of the American Academy of Opthalmology, and a member of the Hawaii Medical Association.
Personal Interests:
Dr. Omphroy is married with three daughters and has three dogs. He enjoys golf, gardening, farming, and motorcycles. |
Jacqueline T. Ueda, O.D.
Director of Laser Vision Services
College:
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California, 1982
Optometry School:
Southern California College of Optometry
Fullerton, California, 1986
Optometry Practice:
Valley Eye Center
Van Nuys, California, 1989-1997
UCLA Laser Refractive Center
Glendale, California, 1996-1997
Jules Stein Eye Institute
UCLA School of Medicine
Los Angeles, California, 1986-1989
Professional Activities:
Dr. Ueda has spent her optometry career working in ophthalmology practices specializing in glaucoma, cataract, and refractive surgery. After working at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA, Dr. Ueda gained experience in refractive surgery care by working at one of UCLA’s first laser centers. Dr. Ueda moved to Hawaii from Southern California in 1997, and started working at the Laser Eye Center of Hawaii when Dr. Jenkins and Dr. Omphroy performed the first LASIK procedure in Hawaii. She is now Director of Laser Vision Services, where she oversees the clinical department. She also sees patients referred to the Center for pre-operative and post-operative care.
Personal Interests:
Born and raised in Southern California, Dr. Ueda enjoys her lifestyle in Hawaii. An avid Warrior fan, she enjoys attending Warrior sporting events and outdoor activities such as running, hiking, and observing marine life. |
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