Jesse Smith, MD

Associate Professor, Ophthalmology


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Medical School
  • MD, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine (2011)
Undergraduate School
  • BA, University of Colorado - Boulder (CO) (2006)
Internship
  • St Joseph Hospital Program (2012)
Residency
  • University of Colorado, Ophthalmology (2015)
Fellowships
  • Emory University School of Medicine Program, Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery (2017)
Languages
English, Spanish
Department
Ophthalmology

Research Interests

Dr. Smith's research interests include improving treatment for diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and translational research.

Publications

  • Smith JM, Hink E. Subretinal Migration of Titanium Orbital Mesh. Ophthalmol Retina. 2024 Jan 5. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 38180405
  • Smith JM, Hink E. Subretinal Migration of Titanium Orbital Mesh. Ophthalmol Retina. 2024 Mar;8(3):278. PubMed PMID: 38180405
  • Jester DA, Smith JM. Profound improvement in vision and electroretinogram after intensive steroid treatment in unexplained visual loss after silicone oil removal. Am J Ophthalmol Case Rep. 2024 Dec;36:102023. PubMed PMID: 39175931
  • Lu VI, Patnaik JL, Scott RA, Lynch AM, Smith JM, Mandava N, Manoharan N. Risk Factors and Outcomes of Delayed Presentation of Diabetic Retinopathy Patients to a County Hospital. Transl Vis Sci Technol. 2023 Sep 1;12(9):8. PubMed PMID: 37676677
  • Jester D, Smith JM. Profound improvement in vision and electroretinogram after intensive steroid treatment in unexplained visual loss after silicone oil removal. American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports. 15 February 2024.

Professional Memberships

  • American Society of Retinal Specialists, Member
  • American Academy of Ophthalmology, Member
  • American Medical Association, Member
  • Colorado Medical Society, Member

Practice Locations

Denver Health
777 Bannock St
Denver, CO 80204
303-436-6000

UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center
1675 Aurora Ct
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-2020

UCHealth Eye Center - Boulder
5495 Arapahoe Ave
Suite 101
Boulder, CO 80303
303-545-2020

Hospital Affiliation
  • University of Colorado Hospital
  • Denver Health Medical Center

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Ophthalmology, Board Certification (2017)
  • Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery, Emory University, Specialized Training (2017)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Eyes and Vision
  • Eyes and Vision - Diabetic Eye Disease
  • Eyes and Vision - Eye Disease
  • Eyes and Vision - Macular Degeneration
  • Eyes and Vision - Retinal Detachment
  • Eyes and Vision - Uveitis and Ocular Immunology
  • Surgery - Eye and/or Orbital Surgery
  • Surgery
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Endocrine System (Hormones)
  • Failed Prior Surgery
Clinical Interests
Dr. Smith specializes in the management of retinal diseases, including expertise in macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein and artery occlusion, retinal detachment, macular hole, macular pucker, and eye trauma. Treatments include laser photocoagulation, vitrectomy, and scleral buckling.