Ophthalmology
About Our Department
For more than 60 years, the Department of Ophthalmology has provided high-level care to patients with eye disease through innovative treatments, ground-breaking research, prevention strategies, community engagement and exemplary training for the next generation of ophthalmologists. Learn more about our department and history.
Ophthalmology Education programs
Ophthalmology residency
Learn more about our nationally recognized, three-year residency program that features a rigorous curriculum, vast clinical experiences and various opportunities for research.
Medical student rotations
The Ophthalmology Department accepts 1-2 medical students for rotations each month. Rotating students participate in educational activities with the residents, actively participate in clinic and observe ophthalmic surgery. An examination and presentation to residents and attending physicians is required at the conclusion of the clerkship. Contact your advisor for details.
Vision Research Center
Learn more about our leading-edge research organization, the Vision Research Center, which contributes novel research through an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach between researchers from the UMKC School of Medicine and UMKC School of Pharmacy.
Contact Us
Nelson Sabates, M.D.
Department Chair
Professor
President of the Vision Research Foundation
President and CEO of Sabates Eye Centers, P.C.
Phone:
(816) 404-1780
Email:
sabatesn@umkc.edu
Samantha Herretes, M.D.
Residency Program Director
Assistant Professor
Email:
herretess@sabateseye.com
Jennifer Harden Residency and Fellowship Coordinator Email: jennifer.harden@uhkc.org