Dry Eye University
Founded in 2010 by leading Dry Eye Disease experts from Bowden Eye in Jacksonville, Florida, Dry Eye University is eye care’s premiere education series.
Held over two dynamic days, multiple times a year, the live education experience delivered through Dry Eye University is unmatched in both range of topic and depth of insight. Developed by experts in Dry Eye Disease from Bowden Eye, each module is thoroughly researched and validated through years of in-the-trenches clinical practice. The content is so compelling that many of the practices that take part in Dry Eye University attend the event multiple times. They often bring additional members of the practice to ensure every aspect of the Dry Eye University philosophy is delivered to each and every patient.
Dry Eye Access is the ideal education complement to Dry Eye University as Dry Eye Access allows members to learn what they need to learn when and how they want to learn it: at their own pace, in their own way, in their own time.
Dry Eye University Speakers
Frank W. Bowden, III, MD, FACS
Frank W. Bowden, III, MD, FACS
Bowden Eye & Associates
Jacksonville, FL
Dr. Frank W. Bowden, III, had his fellowship as a cornea specialist at Wills Eye. He is President, Medical Director and Founder of Bowden Eye & Associates, President and Medical Director of Eye Surgery Center of North Florida, LLC. He is also a Founding Partner of Dry Eye University and a Founding Member, Advisory Board and Contributor of Dry Eye Access. Previously, he was an Assistant Clinical Professor at University of Florida, Jacksonville.
Dr. Frank W. Bowden, III, founded Bowden Eye & Associates in 2001, focusing the practice on comprehensive eye care; custom cataract surgery; refractive and LASIK surgery; glaucoma surgery and laser therapy; treatment of Dry Eye Disease and other ocular surface disorders; corneal transplantation; and corneal and external diseases. As a fellowship-trained cornea specialist, he is uniquely qualified to treat Dry Eye Disease; corneal abrasions, inflammations, ulcers, scarring, injuries and infections; keratoconus; as well as pediatric corneal diseases. He also specializes in corneal transplantation using advanced techniques such as PKP, DSAEK, and DALK.
Sarah Darbandi, MD
Sarah Darbandi, MD
Bowden Eye & Associates
Jacksonville, FL
Dr. Sarah Darbandi is a fellowship trained cornea specialist. She is the Vice-President, Owner and Director of Aesthetic services for Bowden Eye & Associates. She is also a Founding Partner of Dry Eye University and a Founding Member, Advisory Board and Contributor of Dry Eye Access.
She attended Medical School at West Virginia University, then went on to residency in Ophthalmology at the West Virginia University Eye Institute. With her interest in corneal transplantation and refractive surgerySurgical procedures that correct common vision problems (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism and presbyopia) to reduce dependence on prescription eyeglasses and/or contact lenses., she then completed a fellowship in Albany, New York, in Cornea and Refractive SurgerySurgical procedures that correct common vision problems (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism and presbyopia) to reduce dependence on prescription eyeglasses and/or contact lenses.. In 2015, she became partner and Vice President of Bowden Eye & Associates. Dr. Darbandi provides general ophthalmic care, custom cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, ocular surface reconstruction, and refractive surgery.
Jerry Robben, OD
Jerry Robben, OD
Bowden Eye & Associates
Jacksonville, Florida
Dr. Robben is the Chief Optometric Physician at Bowden Eye & Associates. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Arizona College of Optometry. He is a Founding Partner of Dry Eye University and a Founding Member and contributor of Dry Eye Access. He attended graduate school at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he received a second bachelor’s degree in Vision Science and his Doctorate in Optometry. During his externships, Dr. Robben had extensive training in binocular vision disorders and vision therapy. He also focused on pediatric care, contact lenses, low vision, and ocular disease. With a background in clinical education, Dr. Robben started a student doctor externship program, and is also an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor for the Arizona College of Optometry where he supervises the 4th Year Optometry Resident Doctors who are completing their externships for graduation. Dr. Robben is a leader in the treatment and management of Dry Eye Disease and has been recognized as a national speaker and educator on the subject. He frequently speaks in educational settings for optometrists, technicians and ophthalmologists across the country.
Patti Barkey, COE
Patti Barkey, COE
CEO
Bowden Eye & Associates
Jacksonville, Florida
Patti Barkey created Dry Eye University and is a member of the ASOA Board of Directors which works with ASCRS to bring an annual program for education. Ms. Barkey is CEO of Bowden Eye & Associates and the Eye Surgery Center of North Florida, an ambulatory surgery center which specializes in dry eye. She is also a founding member of Dry Eye Access, and Director of Dry Eye University and Dry Eye Partners, the consulting side of Dry Eye University.
Upcoming Live Seminars
Feb 16, 2024 – Feb 17, 2024
Westin Buckhead Atlanta
3391 Peachtree Road
NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-365-0065
All registration details are available here: https://dryeyeuniversity.com/events
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