Joseph G. Chacko, M.D., is the director of neuro-ophthalmology at the Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).  He is also a member of the Section of Comprehensive Ophthalmology.

Dr. Chacko is an associate professor for the Departments of Ophthalmology and Neurology in the UAMS College of Medicine.

Dr. Chacko received his medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia in 1991.  He completed a residency in ophthalmology at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta in 1995, and served a fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at the University of Miami in 2004.

To promote better vision worldwide, Dr. Chacko has participated in annual two-week surgical mission trips since 1997 to Ghana, West Africa, sponsored by Christian Eye Ministry and International Aid.  His research interests include diseases of the optic nerve and visual pathway.

Dr. Chacko has been board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 1996 and has been a diplomat of the National Board of Medical Examiners since 1992.  He is a member of both the Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha honor societies.

Professional Certifications and Education

• American Board of Ophthalmology, 1996
• National Board of Medical Examiners, 1992
• University: M.D. DEGREE: Medical College of Pennsylvania, 1991
• Fellowship: Neuro-Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, 2005
• Residency: Ophthalmology, Medical College of Georgia, 1995

Specialties

• Ophthalmology
• Neuro-Ophthalmology

Conditions/Diseases Treated

UAMS doctors treat a broad range of conditions some of which may not be listed below.

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