Summary

Dr. Dora Cantu is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision treatment. She earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and completed her residency training at the University of Texas Health Science Center. With 37 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Cantu brings extensive expertise to her patients' eye care needs. She is fluent in Spanish, Vietnamese, and English, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Cantu practices at Opia Vision Center in Houston, Texas, and maintains hospital affiliations with Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center. She focuses on treating serious eye conditions including cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients have given Dr. Cantu an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals for her comprehensive eye care services.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 37 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, English
  • University Of Texas Health Science Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Opia Vision Center

1740 W 27th St Ste 180Houston, TX 77008
Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.9 
37 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Houston , TXWebster , TXHouston , TXWebster , TX
Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School Med School: Baylor College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dora Elia Cantu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dora Elia Cantu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dora Elia Cantu has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Texas Health Science Center

Medical School

Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At HoustonGraduated in 1989

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Which hospitals is Dr. Dora Cantu affiliated with?
Dr. Dora Cantu is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Dora Cantu speak?
Dr. Dora Cantu speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, and English.

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