Felipe I. Tolentino, Ophthalmologist
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Felipe I. Tolentino

Ophthalmologist

1443 Hollingsworth Oaks Drive Lakeland Florida, 33803
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About

An ophthalmologist with 48 years of experience, Felipe L. Tolentino, MD, is the Co-founder and President of RSII and OFPHIL, Associate Clinical Professor at the Department of Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School, Ophthalmic Surgeon at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Senior Scientist Emeritus at Schepens Eye Research Institute and Founding Member of Retina Specialists of Boston Inc. He is also a practicing ophthalmologist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of vitreoretinal disorders at New England Eye Center. Dr. Tolentino studied at the University of the Philippines, graduated in 1957, and conducted his residency training at the Philippine General Hospital, University of Philippines Medical Center but also at St. Mary�s Hospital, Rochester, NY and Homer G. Phillips Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri. He was a Clinical Fellow in Retina and Vitreous at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Institute, Boston, MA. Dr. Tolentino is available for consultation in all areas of medical surgical vitreoretinal diseases. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. In addition, he has a doctorate of science honorary degree from Far Eastern University.

Education and Training

University of the Philippines

Board Certification

American Board of Ophthalmology- Ophthalmology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 67 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

DiagnosisManagementOphthalmologyVitreoretinal Disorders

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • RSII,OFPHIL (Co-Founder and President) -
  • Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Harvard Medical School -
  • Senior Scientist, Emeritus, Schepens Eye Research Institute -

Awards

  • Doctorate of Science Honorary Degree, Far Eastern University   

Internships

  • University of Philippines Medical Center

Fellowships

  • Harvard University; Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology

What do you attribute your success to?

  • His Parents, Strong Upbringing with Emphasis on Education, Hard Work, and Focus

Hobbies / Sports

  • Reading and Writing

Felipe I. Tolentino's Practice location

1443 Hollingsworth Oaks Drive -
Lakeland, Florida 33803
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