Aaron Douglas Dotson, MD

Dr. Aaron D. Dotson is deeply committed to advancing patient care through excellence in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, and the management of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the eye. He is equally passionate about education, taking great pride in mentoring medical students and residents who rotate through his clinic.

Beyond the clinic, Dr. Dotson is an accomplished musician who has played classical piano for over two decades and is proficient in six additional instruments. His creativity and discipline as a musician mirror his thoughtful and precise approach to ophthalmic surgery.

Recognized as a respected leader within the ophthalmology community, Dr. Dotson has received multiple advocacy awards from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Known for his compassionate care, he treats every patient like family and is dedicated to helping each individual achieve their best possible vision.

Research

Publications - Articles

• Dotson AD, Fingert JH, Boese EA. Unsuccessful transscleral cyclophotocoagulation in oculocutaneous albinism.
  American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports. 2024;34:102020. Published 2024 Feb 15.
  doi:10.1016/j.ajoc.2024.102020
• Field, Garza, Dotson AD, Witsberger, Greiner. Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy.
  EyeRounds.org. August 10, 2023.
• Dotson AD, Diel RJ, Simmons BA, Shriver EM. Acute Onset of Unilateral Trochleitis.
  EyeRounds.org. August 25, 2022.
• Garza Reyes A, Dotson AD, Yu CY, Carter KD. Gustatory Lacrimation: A Case of Crocodile Tears Syndrome.
  EyeRounds.org. January 22, 2022.
• Velez G, Dotson AD, Oetting TA. Hemolacria Secondary to Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia.
  EyeRounds.org. June 18, 2021.