Rick S. Munsen, M.D.

Dr. Munsen is a UW clinical associate professor of ophthalmology. His subspecialty is diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreous.

Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Munsen takes a patient-centered approach and is excited to be practicing at a time when advances in treatment of macular degeneration have helped the vision of so many patients.

Scope Of Care
Medical and surgical care of retina and vitreous diseases including retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, vitreous hemorrhage, age-related macular degeneration and other macular abnormalities with intravitreal injections, scleral buckle and laser photocoagulation.

Personal Interests
Skiing, hiking, biking, singing, playing the piano and attending opera, classical and chamber music performances.


Clinical Interests
Macular diseases such as macular hole and macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment and eye trauma.


Research Interests
New and investigative treatments for macular degeneration.


Teaching Interests
Teaching ophthalmology residents all aspects of retinal and vitreous  examination and surgical techniques.


Languages
English

Expertise
Eye Care (Ophthalmology)