Brent Timperley, M.D., is a new faculty member at UNMC’s Stanley M. Truhlsen Eye Institute. Here’s a brief rundown of his background and the expertise he brings to campus.
Name: Brent Timperley, M.D.
Hometown: Lincoln
New title and department at UNMC: Assistant professor of
ophthalmology and visual sciences, Truhlsen Eye Institute
Research and professional interests:
Cataract, corneal and refractive surgery; corneal and external diseases.
How I fell in love with ophthalmology:
When I was in medical school, I found ophthalmology and particularly eye surgery very interesting and decided it was the field I wanted to enter. I later became interested in laser refractive surgery procedures such as LASIK as well as corneal transplantation. I also am very interested in advanced cataract surgery techniques including specialized intraocular lens implants and the use of femtosecond lasers in cataract surgery. I enjoy being able to incorporate the most advanced technology available to improve outcomes for my patients, including performing keratoprosthesis (implanting plastic, artificial cornea) for patients with chemical burns and other significant corneal diseases.
Degrees:
- B.S., biological sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- M.D., UNMC College of Medicine
- Residency in ophthalmology, UNMC
- Fellowship in cornea, external disease and refractive surgery, Cole Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic
Memberships:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
- Nebraska Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
Three things people may not know about me:
- I enjoy hunting, fishing and golf.
- I’m married and have three children — and am truly a family man.
- I am a big fan of University of Nebraska sports teams.