HOURS
Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm
(Or by Appointment)
Sat-Sun: Closed
Richard Scartozzi, M.D., C.P.I., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S., F.A.A.O., F.A.P.C.R.
Dr. Scartozzi is a board-certified ophthalmologist whose passion for eye care shines through in his work and personal life. Inspired by the intricate beauty of the eye observed during his time at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Scartozzi chose a career in ophthalmology where he has made significant contributions.
Dr. Scartozzi is motivated every day by the opportunity to help patients retain their vision and continue their daily activities. One of his proudest moments includes performing emergency surgery on a flight instructors’ eyes, enabling him to return to his profession.
Research
Dr. Scartozzi has been working on ophthalmology clinical studies since 2006. He has been part of 11 studies, serving as the CPI on 7 studies, and a sub-investigator on 2 of the studies. Some of the top studies he’s worked on include finding treatments for: diabetic macular edema, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related degeneration.
Dr. Scartozzi actively engages in clinical research to stay at the forefront of cutting-edge therapies. He believes that research is vital for integrating the latest advancements into patient care and is always open to discussing research opportunities with interested patients.
Credentials & Accolades
Specialties: Retina, Macula, Vitreous
Board Certifications: American Board of Ophthalmology
Languages: English, Italian
Training & Education
- State University of New York at Stony Brook (Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry)
- Johns Hopkins University (Doctor of Medicine)
- Internship in Internal Medicine: Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY
- Ophthalmology Residency: Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
- Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship: Doheny Eye Institute, Los Angeles, CA
Professional Memberships
- Academy of Physicians in Clinical Research
- American College of Surgeons
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- International College of Surgeons
- American Society of Retina Specialists
- New England Ophthalmological Society
- American Board of Ophthalmology
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
- American College of Eye Surgeons
- Research to Prevent Blindness – Ophthalmological Associate Member
- Connecticut Society of Eye Physicians
- Vit-Buckle Society
- Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
- Association of Clinical Research Professionals – Certified Principal Investigator
Hospital Affiliations
- Yale New Haven Hospital
- Greenwich Hospital
- Saint Vincent’s Medical Center
- Hospital of Saint Raphael
- Bridgeport Hospital
- Danbury Hospital
- New Milford Hospital
