Dr. Katherine Linoska Santos Rondon
– Cataract surgery
– Laser vision correction surgery
– Vision correction surgery with intraocular lenses
– Corneal surgery
CONTACT
Phone: +1 (849) 356-8032
Emergencies: +1 (809) 696-6086
Email: [email protected]
SCHEDULES
Wednesday
7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
“Beyond surgery, I believe in providing care that reflects empathy and understanding, guiding each patient with care and respect.”
He completed his medical degree at the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo (UASD) and then specialized in Ophthalmology at the Central Hospital of the Armed Forces. She sub-specialized in refractive and corneal surgery at Centro Laser, with an international endorsement by the Alliance of Refractive Surgeons in their sub-specialization program in refractive surgery. During this period she also served as a cornea and refractive instructor for the ophthalmology residents at the Hospital Central de Las Fuerzas Armadas. She continued her training in Cataract and Anterior Segment Surgery at Dr. Elias Santana Hospital, where she also had the opportunity to be an instructor for the ophthalmology residents.
As a subspecialist he participated in work on Corneal Allogeneic Corneal Rings (CAIRS) for the treatment of keratoconus, continuing with a comparative study of CAIRS versus conventional rings. He also conducted research on the use of topical Losartan for corneal opacities and fibrosis.
His areas of expertise include advanced cataract surgeries after laser surgery (PRK, LASIK, SMILE), minimally invasive anterior segment surgeries, refractive lens exchange surgeries for the correction of presbyopia and astigmatism, corneal laser surgeries for those with myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism (ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, PRK), phakic lenses (ICL), corneal cross-linking, corneal rings (conventional and CAIRS).
Current Occupation
Military Medical Resident 3rd year in Ophthalmology
Studies completed and degrees received
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE. Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo, on April 24, 2014, with an index of 86.4 points, obtaining Academic Laureates (CUM LAUDE).
Primary and secondary studies at Colegio Aurora, graduated BACHILLER MERITORIA, in 2008.
Military Doctor currently with the rank of Private, ERD.
Currently 3rd year resident of the Ophthalmology Service of the Central Hospital of the Armed Forces, Dominican Republic.
Languages
Graduated in English from the language institute of the Universidad Autónoma De Santo Domingo 2013.
Graduated from the English Immersion Program at the New Horizon Bilingual School ILTAE 2013 (advanced group).
Work experience
Medical Intern at Unap Barrio La Cruz, Cotuí, Sánchez Ramírez, Dominican Republic.
Medical assistant, CEDISA IMÁGENES SA. Dom. Rep.
Currently 3rd year resident of the Ophthalmology Service, Hospital Central de las Fuerzas Armadas, Dominican Republic.
Recognitions, courses and national and international rotations
I participated in the Math Olympiads in 2006 and 2007, winning first place at the regional level on both occasions.
Junior basic at the Instituto Dominico Americano 2008-2010.
Graduated in English from the language institute of the Universidad Autónoma De Santo Domingo 2013.
Graduate of the English Immersion for Competitiveness program with a duration of 830 hours, at ILTAE 2013 (advanced group).
Basic Life Support Course for Health Professionals, BLS, 2016 UNIBE, Dominican Rep.
Academic updating workshops and conferences.
Ocular Oncology Course, Dr. Bienvenido Delgado Billini Conference Room, Plaza de la Salud, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. November 25, 2017.
XIX Congress Grupo Norte Ophthalmology, held on December 2, 2017, Venues Hotel Hodelpa Gran Almirante, Santiago, Dominican Republic.
VII Annual Cornea-Refractive Cataract Course, October 6, 2018, Centro Cultural Perelló, Baní, Dominican Republic.
VIII Annual Cornea-Refractive Cataract Course, held on October 5, 2019 at the Centro Cutural Perelló, Baní, Peravia, Dominican Republic.
XL Inter-American Clinical Ophthalmology Course, November 4-7, 2018, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Miami Airport & Convention Center, Miami, Florida, USA.
1st Introductory Course in Ophthalmology, June 3 15, 2019, Fundación Grupo Punta Cana, Dominican Rep.
52nd Annual Meeting of the Dominican Ophthalmology Society, June 20-24, 2019, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
Pediatric Ophthalmology Rotation at San Jorge Childrens & Womens Hospital, Retina and Vitreous at Ashford Presbyterian Community Hospital, San Juan, Puerto Rico from July 10-September 10, 2019.
Success stories that transform lives
Patients who have trusted our eye surgery specialists share their experiences of success, highlighting the satisfaction and results that have improved their quality of life. Each treatment is a step towards a clear and renewed vision.
Femto Lasik and PRK Patient
“I am happy with the surgery, with your team, they are superhuman…. Just operated since yesterday and we already see the results, excellent and I am happy. A hug Dr. Juan Batlle Logroño and Laser Center, thank God bless you!”
– Xioni Cuevas
Refractive Surgery Patient
“The surgery exceeded my expectations. The recovery was super fast and the vision is incredibly sharp. I recommend it to all my friends, neighbors and work colleagues who are going through vision problems similar to mine.”
– Marcos Chahin
Corneal Ring Patient
“Unfortunately, I neglected my eye problem and didn’t seek help until my condition worsened. It is amazing, I thought I was not going to have the solution, but I got it thanks to you. I recommend you “.
– Lizbeth Ferrer