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Eduardo C. Alfonso, M.D. Dear Colleague,

Thank you for your partnership and the trust you place in Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. We value our relationship with you and are committed to providing your patients with exceptional tertiary ophthalmic care delivered with compassion, efficiency, and respect.

Our priority is to support your practice through timely access to subspecialty expertise, clear communication, and a collaborative approach that honors your ongoing relationship with your patients. We view every referral as a shared commitment to the highest standards of care.

For more than 60 years, Bascom Palmer has been recognized worldwide for excellence in patient care, research, and education—a distinction made possible through the confidence of referring physicians like you.

We are pleased to share with you the following resources and look forward to supporting you and your patients.

Sincerely,

Eduardo Alfonso, M.D.
Professor and Chair
Department of Ophthalmology
Director, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute


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