Robert E. Kalina, M.D.

Dr. Kalina is a UW Professor Emeritus and past chair of the UW Department of Ophthalmology. He is past president of UW Physicians, Director Emeritus of the American Board of Ophthalmology and a recipient of the Life Achievement Honor Award of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Kalina thoroughly enjoys meeting patients and trying to help them solve their health problems.

Scope Of Care
Intraocular tumors and retinal diseases, particularly retinal degenerations; inherited retinal diseases; and retinopathy of prematurity.

Personal Interests
Travel, birding, hiking

Clinical Interests
Inherited retinal diseases, retinitis pigmentosa, retinoblastoma, choroidal melanoma.

Research Interests
Retinal diseases and intraocular tumors.

Teaching Interests
Resident, fellow and public education.

Languages
English

Expertise
Eye Care (Ophthalmology)