David G. Dodwell
Ophthalmologist
1230 Centre West Drive Springfield Illinois, 62704About
David G. Dodwell, MD, works at Illinois Retina Center in Springfield, Illinois. A founding donor of the American Retina Foundation, Dr. Dodwell specializes in diseases of the retina including age related macular degeneration, complications due to diabetes, and also participates in national trials with pharmaceutical companies.
Education and Training
University of Massachusetts
Board Certification
Ophthalmology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Internships
- University of Massachusetts Medical Center
Fellowships
- Cornell University Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Retina Specialists, American Academy of Ophthalmologists
What do you attribute your success to?
- Passion for Helping Patients, Staying Independent
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