Summary

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.
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Quick Facts

  • 3.4
  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Medical College Of Georgia
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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Little Rock , ARAtlanta , GALittle Rock , ARJacksonville , AR
Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph George Chacko has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph George Chacko has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arkansas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Medical College Of Georgia

Medical School

Medical College Of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1991

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Dr. Joseph Chacko is affiliated with University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences.
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Dr. Joseph Chacko speaks Spanish and English.
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Dr. Joseph Chacko's office is located at 4301 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR, 72205.
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