Raymond Iezzi

Raymond Iezzi, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic, specializing in vitreoretinal surgery and retinal degenerative diseases. He holds a primary appointment as a Consultant in the Department of Ophthalmology. His research focuses on nanoparticle-based drug delivery, retinal prosthesis development, and slowing retinal degeneration. Dr. Iezzi has received prestigious awards, including the Visionary Award from the Foundation Fighting Blindness and recognition as a Best Doctor in America.

• Education: MD from New York Medical College, Master's in Biomedical Engineering from Rutgers University, Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery at Wayne State University.
• Affiliations: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, American Society of Retina Specialists.
• Research: Translational trials in ophthalmology, retinal neuroprotection, and biosensor technologies.

His work aims to advance treatments for retinitis pigmentosa, macular degeneration, and retinal detachment, with notable contributions to retinal prosthesis innovation.