Cataract Surgery
Cataracts
Cornea
General Ophthalmology
Refractive Surgery
Keratoconus
Eye Emergencies
Dry Eye
Bio
Elliot Perlman, MD, is a corneal specialist, cataract surgeon, lasik surgeon who earned his undergraduate degree from Brown University, setting the foundation for a career spent helping people see their best. Dr. Perlman followed up with a medical degree from Harvard Medical School, graduating magna cum laude, where the focus shifted to the detailed science of eye diseases and their treatment. Dr. Perlman then completed an internship at University of Miami Affiliated Hospitals, gaining hands-on experience with real patients in a clinical setting. Residency training at Yale University School of Medicine gave Dr. Perlman hands-on experience across many areas of eye care, preparing him well for the years ahead. To cap off his education, Dr. Perlman pursued a fellowship in Corneal and External Disease, spending time learning the finer details of this specialty from experts in the field.
When it comes to Cataract Surgery and LASIK & Refractive Surgery, Dr. Perlman brings both deep training and hands-on experience to every appointment. Cataracts are one of the most common reasons people come in noticing a change in their vision, and Dr. Perlman guides each patient through the process of understanding and addressing this condition. LASIK is a procedure that many patients ask about, and Dr. Perlman takes the time to walk through exactly how it works, what to expect, and whether it is a good fit. In addition to those specialties, Dr. Perlman works with patients who need help with Cornea Surgery, and Corneal Cross-Linking as well.
Dr. Perlman has taken on a teaching role, working with students and residents to help shape the next wave of eye care providers. Patients can visit Dr. Perlman at Rhode Island Eye Institute Providence or Rhode Island Eye Institute Fall River, whichever location works best for them. Good eye health is something that matters at every stage of life, and Dr. Perlman is here to help. If you are looking for an eye care provider who will take the time with you, Dr. Perlman would be glad to see you.