John J. Destafeno, M.D.
Cornea, Cataract, LASIK
John J. DeStafeno, M.D., specializes in advanced cataract, cornea, and lasik surgery. Dr. DeStafeno was awarded and completed the prestigious Duke University 2-year fellowship in corneal and anterior segment disease and surgery, focusing on all aspects of “no-blade” refractive surgery and corneal transplantation, including the revolutionary DSEK procedure. He also specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complicated corneal infections and ocular surface disease.
Dr. DeStafeno has been actively involved in clinical research throughout his career. He has published numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals and textbooks, contributing to the advancement of cataract surgery and the understanding of corneal disease. Dr. DeStafeno has presented his work both nationally and internationally and has been recognized by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery for his teaching and research.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts degree in biology from Siena College, graduating Summa Cum Laude
- Doctor of Medicine degree from Albany Medical College
- Residency in Ophthalmology at Long Island Jewish Hospital, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, serving as chief resident senior year
- Two-year Clinical/Research Fellowship in Cornea, Refractive, and External Disease at the Duke University Eye Center, Duke College of Medicine
Positions/Distinctions
- Attending Surgeon at the Chester County Hospital
- Certified Visx Excimer laser surgeon
- Certified Wavelight Allegretto Excimer laser surgeon
- Certified Intralase “No-blade” laser surgeon
Awards and Honors
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
- Hornaday Fellowship Award for Best Fellow in Ophthalmology at Duke University