Luis Gago

Nuclear Machinist Mate, United States Navy 1987-1988

Surface Warfare Officer, United States Navy 1990-1994

 

Undergraduate:

Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude, Computer Aided

Manufacturing, Eastern Michigan University 1990

 

M.D.:

Doctor of Medicine, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, 1997-2000

1st year of Medical School, University of Colorado, Colorado, 1996-1997

 

Internship:

William Beaumont Hospital 2000-2001

 

Residency:

Residency in Ophthalmology, William Beaumont Hospital 2001-2004

 

Certification/ Affiliations:

American Board of Ophthalmology, 2006

Henry Ford Hospital Detroit, Michigan

William Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak, Michigan

 

Member of:

Michigan State Medical Society, Michigan Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, American Medical Association

 

Procedures Performed:

Laser for diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and glaucoma

Cataract surgery

LASIK, PRK, PTK

Surgical treatment for glaucoma

Implantation of the visian intraocular contact lens for the correction of nearsightedness

Injection of lucentis/avastin for the treatment of macular degeneration

Use of modern intraocular implants to correct for presbyopia and astigmatism

Botox cosmetic injections

 

History

 

 "€œI was originally destined for a 20 plus year career as a diving and salvage officer in the navy before I pursued a career in medicine. Growing up the son of a cardio thoracic surgeon, having a father-in-law who was a general practitioner, and other family members including my wife who are physicians, I was constantly exposed to the medical community and what wonderful things can be done. I will never forget and will always have fond memories of my navy experience, but my career as a physician has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. The ability to interact with people and use technological advances that help benefit their lives is extremely rewarding. The relationships I am able to build with my patients are a constant source of satisfaction and enjoyment. Ophthalmology is constantly on the forefront of advances in medicine, and my goal is to use those advances for the compassionate care of my patients.€ When I was in the navy we trained continuously to perform a certain task as part of a larger team to accomplish a larger objective. Fortunately, we never had to use our skills in armed conflict, but we were ready if needed. In medicine we train continuously, but we get to use our skills to provide services that truly help our patients. By treating a patient€™s cataract so they can see, or preventing another patient€™s loss of vision from glaucoma or macular degeneration, I can truly make a difference by improving a person€™s quality of life. By listening and understanding a patient€™s fear of losing their vision, their drivers€™ license, or their independence, I can help by providing alternatives and treatments that will help ease their fears. Explaining and ensuring understanding makes a difference for my patients, as they feel more comfortable with their situation and they have a better understanding of their medical diagnosis. In the end, becoming a partner in my patient€™s medical decisions truly makes a difference in their care and outlook on life, as well as mine.€"