James B. Giltner, M.D.
Dr. Giltner is a board certified Ophthalmologist who specializes in laser refractive surgery, Oculoplastic (eyelid) procedures, and cataract surgery. He utilizes state of the art techniques and equipment to afford every patient optimum results from their surgical procedures.
Dr. Giltner was among Colorado’s refractive surgery pioneers and is one of Denver’s top LASIK surgeons. He offers the latest in LASIK (laser assisted intrastromal keratomileusis) and PRK (photo-refractive keratectomy) procedures as well as Custom Refractive Surgery and Intralase.
As a board certified Oculoplastic (eyelid) specialist, Dr. Giltner offers his expertise for all types of eyelid procedures including cosmetic and medical blepharoplasties, eyelid deformities, orbital reconstruction, trauma, and tear duct surgery. He also offers in office Botox Cosmetics and minor eyelid procedures.
Education:
- BS Colorado State University, 1974
- MS Radiation Physics, Colorado State University, 1975
- MD University of Nebraska, College of Medicine, Omaha, NE 1979
- Residency in Ophthalmology, University of Utah College of Medicine, 1980-1983
- Fellowship in Oculoplastic Surgery, Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital, 1983
Professional Memberships:
Current
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Colorado Society of Physicians and Surgeons, President, 2000-2001
- Chairman of Harvard Park Surgery Center, 2004-present
Past
- Utah Ophthalmological Society
- Denver Medical Society
- Oculoplastic Fellowship Society
Experience:
Associate Clinical Professor, University of Colorado Medical School, Department of Ophthalmology Associate Clinical Professor, Denver General Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology Partner, Denver Eye Clinic, P.C., September 1983 to present
Interesting Facts:
Dr. Giltner was born in Kansas City, Missouri. He enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, fly fishing, and golf.