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When Dalia Girgis, MD, PhD reflects on her time at UW DOVS, one thing stands out above all else: the people.

“I was struck by how genuine and kind everyone at the UW was, while still being part of a truly outstanding academic and research institution,” she said.

That sense of community helped shape her experience as a resident, influenced her approach to patient care, and continues to guide her today.

After graduation, Dr. Girgis remained at the UW as an assistant professor, working with medical students and ophthalmology residents. In 2014, she relocated to Florida and joined a private practice in Fort Lauderdale. After eight years, she launched her own clinic, Insight Eye Institute in Lighthouse Point, FL. The practice has continued to grow, and she plans to open a second office in Fort Lauderdale later this year.

For new ophthalmologists entering the field, Dr. Girgis emphasizes the importance of maximizing every learning opportunity.

“Spend as much time as possible both inside and outside the operating room,” she advised. “Learn from as many attendings as you can and continue developing your surgical skills. The pearls you gain from each mentor will stay with you and help shape the surgeon you become after training.”

Learn more: https://www.ophth.wisc.edu/blog/2026/06/03/alumni-spotlight-dalia-girgis-md-phd-12/

On this Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our nation. Wishing you and your family a safe Memorial Day!

Happy Mother’s Day weekend to all the amazing moms who provide love, strength, and support every day to their families and in our community! ♥️

Happy National Doctors' Day! Thank you to our doctors and all of our fellow colleagues for their expertise, responsibility, and continued commitment to patient care!

Happy International Women’s Day!

February is Low Vision Awareness Month.
Millions of people in the United States are living with a visual impairment. Low vision conditions include age-related macular degeneration (AMD), glaucoma, cataract, and diabetic retinopathy. Getting a yearly eye exam increases the chances of early detection and diagnosis of low vision conditions. Our office is happy to help schedule patients for an eye exam.

From all of us at Insight Eye Institute, wishing you a Merry Christmas and all the best this holiday season!

Wishing you and your families a day filled with blessings. Happy Thanksgiving!

Our team at Insight Eye Institute wishes you a restful and gratitude filled Thanksgiving! Please note that our office will be closed on Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th in observance of the holiday.

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