Spencer Moore, MD, PhD

Ophthalmologist

Dr. Spencer M. Moore is a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal care. With extensive training in basic science, retinal disease, and retinal surgery, he is dedicated to preserving and restoring vision while providing thoughtful, personalized care. His approach is patient-centered and evidence-based, focusing on understanding each patient’s individual needs and developing treatment plans grounded in the latest medical knowledge.

Education & Honors

He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience, graduating magna cum laude, from the University of California, Los Angeles. He went on to complete the Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of California, San Diego, earning both his Doctor of Medicine degree and a PhD in Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Moore completed an internal medicine internship and ophthalmology residency at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson. He subsequently pursued advanced fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, where he also served as an Assistant Instructor in ophthalmology.

Awards & Distinctions

Dr. Moore has received recognition for his academic, clinical, and research achievements throughout his medical training, including:

- - Academic Merit Award, University of Arizona Department of Ophthalmology & Vision Science
  - Resident and Fellow Research Scholarship, University of Arizona Graduate Medical Education
  - Ophthalmic Knowledge Honor Roll, University of Arizona Department of Ophthalmology & Vision Science
  - Predoctoral Fellowship Award Autism Science Foundation Travel Award, NIMH MD/PhD Student Conference
  - Graduate Student Delegate, Wolfgang Hillen Summer School, BaCaTec Bavaria-California Technology Center, Munich, Germany

Community Service & Professional Affiliations

Dr. Spencer Moore is a board-certified ophthalmologist and member of the ASRS and AAO. He has additionally served as a peer reviewer for several scientific journals, including Frontiers in Genetics, Current Molecular Medicine, Neural Regeneration Research, International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology, and Journal of Clinical Medicine.