Primary Eye Care Physician
Marissa Cruz, OD
Primary Eye Care Physician · Scleral and Specialty Contact Lenses
A 2023 graduate of the accredited Newsom Eye Residency Program, Dr. Cruz manages a wide range of ocular disease at the Gainesville office and designs scleral lenses for patients with complex corneas.
Sees patients at
Gainesville
Complex corneas
Designs and fits scleral lenses for ectasia, keratoconus, corneal scars and high astigmatism.
Areas of Care
Complex corneas, complete care.
Specialty lenses
Designs and fits scleral lenses for ectasia, keratoconus, dry eyes, corneal scars and high astigmatism.
Ocular disease
Manages dry eye syndrome, age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, amblyopia and binocular vision disorders.
Surgical co-management
Comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care for cataract surgery, YAG capsulotomy, EVO ICL and LASIK.
Community service
Provided vision screenings and education for underserved populations throughout her training.
Education & Recognition
A foundation of excellence.
Education & Training
Residency
Newsom Eye, Tampa, FL
Ocular disease, cornea and contact lenses, refractive and ocular surgeries (July 2024)
Doctorate of Optometry
Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry
Fort Lauderdale, FL (May 2023)
Bachelor of Science
Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry
Vision Science, Fort Lauderdale, FL (May 2021)
Bachelor of Science
Nova Southeastern University
Biology, Fort Lauderdale, FL (May 2019)
Noteworthy Accomplishments
VSP Global Faculty Choice Award of Excellence
2023
Contact Lens Practice Management Award
2023
Walmart Leadership Scholarship Award
NOA, 2020
Professional Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Contact Lens and Cornea Society
Beta Sigma Kappa
National Optometric Student Association
Optometric Student Association for Ocular Disease
Gainesville eye care, down to the detail.
Book a comprehensive exam or a specialty lens consultation with Dr. Cruz in Gainesville.