
Dr. Frank James Mares M.D.
Ophthalmologist
5757 Harper Drive Northeast Albuquerque New Mexico, 87109About
Frank James Mares, MD, maintains a position within Eye Associates of New Mexico located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Mares, at the center, offers a wide variety of services including laser surgery; retina and glaucoma care, and eye lid treatments; to name a few. With over 30 years of experience in the field of ophthalmology, Dr. Mares has attained Board certification for his quality of work and high standard of practice. Dr. Mares is an attending physician to various local hospitals and conducts local medical lectures in his spare time as well.
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Education and Training
University of New Mexico
Univ of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm 1977
University of New Mexico School of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology- Ophthalmology
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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What is the reason for constant watering of the eyes?
Tearing can have many causes, from reflex tearing due to an irritant such as a lash, to dryness of the eye. If the tearing is constant, it could also be a blocked tear drainage issue. Typically, excess tears will drain into two small openings near the nose on the lids. If the drainage path is blocked, then tears will run down the face instead. Thank you, Frank J. Mares, M.D. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Glaucoma
Internships
- University of Oregon; Good Samaritan Hospital and Medical Center
Fellowships
- Oregon Health Sciences University (Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus); Oregon Health Sciences University (Glaucoma)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Glaucoma Society
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work and a Love of his Job
Hobbies / Sports
- Photography
Favorite professional publications
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Journal
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Nearby Providers
- Frank Durso7621 Arroyo Del Oso Ave NE Albuquerque NM 87109
- Dr. Nandini Menon M.D.5757 HARPER DR NE ALBUQUERQUE NM 87109
- Dr. Kamalesh J Ramaiya MD5757 Harper Dr Ne Albuquerque NM 87109
- Dr. Paul Anthony Sanchez MD7110 Wyoming Blvd Ne Albuquerque NM 87109
- Dr. Robert F. Melendez M.D.6401 Holly Ave Albuqueruqe NM 87113
- Dr. John Joseph Teahan M.D.7110 Wyoming Blvd Ne Albuquerque NM 87109
Nearest Hospitals
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2211 LOMAS BOULEVARD NE ALBUQUERQUE NM 87106