Jacob Winters, MD

Dr. Winters specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology including surgical and medical management of cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye, and diabetic retinopathy.

He graduated from Purdue University and spent several years as a high school teacher during which time he was awarded Teacher of the Year. After trekking The Way of Saint James pilgrimage in Spain, he discovered a desire to pursue a career as a physician.

While in medical school at Texas Tech El Paso, he served as Class President, Student Body President, and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha and Gold Humanism medical honor societies. He completed residency at the University of Pittsburgh where he was named Resident of the Year.

He has published several peer-reviewed papers regarding the eye. In addition, he has authored and contributed to several articles on the American Academy of Ophthalmology EyeWiki site, including “A Brief Guide to Spanish in Ophthalmology”, which aids eye professionals in better communicating with their Spanish-speaking patients.

He enjoys spending time on adventures with his wife, a family physician and Rio Grande Valley native, and his kids.