William Boozan, MD

Year Joined SightMD 2025

• University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
  M.D. Medicine
• Princeton University
  Bachelor of Arts – Biology

• Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York – Ophthalmology Residency
• Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York, – General Surgery

• American Academy of Ophthalmology
• American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• International Society of Refractive Surgeons
• Council of Healthcare and Biomedical Advisors

Dr. William C. Boozan is a comprehensive ophthalmologist specializing in laser cataract surgery, refractive procedures, and the management of a wide range of ocular conditions. He is known for combining advanced surgical expertise with a compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.

Dr. Boozan earned his undergraduate degree from Princeton University and pursued additional studies at Columbia University’s School of General Studies before receiving his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He completed residency training in both general surgery and ophthalmology at Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York, where he later served as Residency Training Coordinator and Chief of the Glaucoma Service. His dedication to education extended to teaching roles with New York Medical College and the Physician’s Assistant Program at Sisters of Charity Medical Center.

Throughout his career, Dr. Boozan has developed a reputation for clinical excellence in cataract evaluation and surgery, including laser-assisted techniques and intraocular lens implantation. He also provides care for patients with glaucoma, diabetes-related eye disease, and other vision conditions. In addition to his clinical work, he has contributed to research on neonatal mortality and continues to investigate postoperative changes in the lens capsule, focusing on early posterior capsular fibrosis in patients using latanoprost following cataract surgery.

Dr. Boozan is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the International Society of Refractive Surgeons. He remains dedicated to advancing the field of ophthalmology while ensuring that every patient receives individualized, high-quality care designed to improve both their vision and their quality of life.