The largest community hospital in Vermont, Rutland Regional Medical Center is a 145-bed hospital employing over 1,700 employees and supported by a medical staff of over 300 physicians and advanced practice providers trained in over 40 specialty areas. Providing preventive, diagnostic, acute and rehabilitative services, Rutland Regional Medical Center serves Rutland County, portions of southern and central Vermont and communities... Read More about John F. Coco, MD

Dr. Diaz is an ophthalmologist at the University of Vermont Medical Center and an assistant professor at the Larner College of Medicine at UVM in Burlington, VT. View Dr. Diaz's academic profile at the Larner College of Medicine at UVM.

I feel privileged to be practicing medicine. I enjoy listening to and learning from my patients and feel very fortunate to be involved in their care. My patients know me as a highly caring and compassionate physician who gives individual attention and thoroughly understands their health problems and concerns.One of the most rewarding aspects of being a physician is making... Read More about Chantal J. Boisvert, MD, Neuro-ophthalmologist,Strabismus Surgeon

I specialize in treating patients with disorders of the eyelids, the orbit and the lacrimal drainage system. Disorders treated include malposition (both congenital and acquired) of the eyelids, eyelid and orbital tumors, thyroid eye disease, eyelid and orbital trauma, infections of the eyelids, orbit and tear drainage system as well as congenital and acquired blockage of the nasolacrimal drainage system. I... Read More about Elizabeth Houle, MD, Ophthalmologist

I was born in Romania and raised in Canada. I earned my medical degree from Laval University in Quebec City and completed my ophthalmology residency at the University of Montreal.Working in ophthalmology allows me to significantly impact patients' quality of life by restoring their vision and helping them regain independence. Additionally, the field constantly evolves with new technologies and techniques,... Read More about Robert Raut, MD, Ophthalmologist

The University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT, offers advanced ophthalmology diagnosis and treatment for various conditions related to eye care and vision at our convenient Main Campus location. Our team of ophthalmologists provides comprehensive care for cataracts, glaucoma, corneal disorders, ocular rosacea, double vision, retinal disorders and diseases, injuries of the eye, macular degeneration, and more.

I was drawn to the field of ophthalmology because of the profound impact it can have on improving someone's quality of life. There is an unmatched sense of fulfillment that comes with helping restore a patient's vision and independence after vision loss. Witnessing their joy and excitement as their sight returns is one of the most rewarding experiences in my... Read More about Tarika Thareja, MD

I truly enjoy my work in primary care, where I get to help patients understand why catching eye diseases early is so important. Eye diseases can sometimes be linked to other health issues. So, I collaborate closely with primary care, rheumatology, and neurology experts. Working with eyes brings me great joy! I chose this specialty because it allows me to... Read More about Lauren J. Pallet, OD, MS, FAAO

Dr. Hinkle attended college at Yale and earned his medical degree at University of Pennsylvania. He completed his residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, and his fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery at Wills Eye Hospital. is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, and has been practicing in Vermont since 2022.

Dr. Young earned her medical degree from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She completed her residency in Ophthalmology at McGill University in Montreal and her fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery at Cole Eye Institute. She is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and maintains a Certification in Ophthalmology with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.... Read More about Michelle L. Young, MD