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Dr. Victor Villegas, M.D.

Ophthalmologist

Dr. Victor Villegas is an ophthalmologist practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Villegas specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Villegas can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Villegas can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
16 years Experience
Dr. Victor Villegas, M.D.
  • San Juan, PR
  • University of Puerto Rico
  • Accepting new patients

What age is best to get laser eye surgery?

There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are eligible for laser READ MORE
There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are eligible for laser eye surgery.

How much does Lasik improve your vision?

There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are eligible for laser READ MORE
There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are eligible for laser eye surgery.

Issues with my right eye?

A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.

How long should you rest after cataract surgery?

Your surgeon will give you instructions on post-operative care and what activities should be avoided.

Who is not a good candidate for Lasik?

There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are eligible for laser READ MORE
There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are eligible for laser eye surgery.

Is LASIK eye surgery risky?

All surgeries carry some risk of complications and side effects, but LASIK is generally considered a safe procedure with a low complication rate.

Where do eye strain headaches hurt?

Eye strain may be complex. It depends on the cause. Visit your ophthalmologist for specific diagnosis.

Is myopia fixable?

Myopia is treated with glasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery.

What drops do you get after LASIK surgery?

Your surgeon will probably prescribe anti-inflammatory drops and antibiotic drops.

Green mucus coming out of eye?

Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.

What slows down myopia?

There are a few treatments that are considered myopia control. Some include: low dose atropine drops, contact lenses, ortho-k. You should visit your ophthalmologist to determine READ MORE
There are a few treatments that are considered myopia control. Some include: low dose atropine drops, contact lenses, ortho-k. You should visit your ophthalmologist to determine what is the best option for you.

What is the most effective treatment for myopia?

Myopia is treated with glasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery.

How do you fix an eye infection?

Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.

How can I fix myopia?

Myopia is treated with glasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery.

Can you fix astigmatism?

Astigmatism is treated with glasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery.

Can eye drops fix eye infections?

Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.

Can surgery fix a lazy eye?

Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.

Is eye laser surgery risky?

All surgeries carry some risk of complications and side effects, but LASIK is generally considered a safe procedure with a low complication rate.

Can eye drops help with blurry vision?

Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.

Should I have eye surgery if I have a bad vision?

Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.