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Medical School University of North Texas Health Science Center (TCOM)
Family Practice Internship John Peter Smith Hospital, Tarrant County Hospital District
Ophthalmology Residency Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Hospital Consortium
Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Fellowship University of Pittsburgh Medical Center / Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

Dr. Julia Agapov, MD, DO, is the Regional Medical Director and a board-certified Ophthalmologist/Glaucoma Surgeon at SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean Eye Care. With a wealth of experience, Dr. Agapov performs an average of 700-800 ophthalmology surgeries annually. She obtained both her undergraduate and medical degrees from the Russian State Medical University. Upon moving to the US, she earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her internship at the Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York, and her residency at the Metro Health Hospital (a Michigan State University Consortium) in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Agapov furthered her expertise by completing a fellowship in glaucoma at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, IN. She specializes in the treatment of glaucoma and is skilled in performing cataract surgery, glaucoma surgeries, and complex anterior segment surgeries. Dr. Agapov is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Glaucoma Society, and the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Agapov is actively involved in the American Osteopathic Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology (AOCOO-HNS), where she serves as a distinguished member of the Board of Governors and contributes her expertise to various committees. In 2018, Dr. Agapov assumed the role of Ophthalmology Course Director, showcasing her dedication to advancing education in the field.

Notably, Dr. Agapov is deeply committed to humanitarian efforts. She participates in annual surgical missions to provide eye care in underserved regions, particularly in Honduras and Nicaragua, as a vital part of the team. This reflects her passion for elevating ophthalmic care standards and making a positive impact on global eye health.

Igor L. Benenson, DO, MD, PhD began his career in ophthalmology after graduation from Moscow Institute of Medicine in Dentistry (Russia) in 1978. He was accepted for Residency training to one of the oldest and famous Ophthalmological Clinic in Moscow, Russia, which gave start to many highly qualified eye specialists.

After that Igor Benenson was hired to Moscow Institute of Eye Microsurgery, founded and then headed by the world renowned ophthalmologist, Svyatoslav Fedorov. For almost 15 years of working closely with Professor Fedorov, Igor Benenson achieved convincing success as an eye surgeon and very thoughtful scientist and researcher, and became highly respected among his colleagues. Doctor Benenson co-authored almost 100 sceintific publications, was granted nine patents, including those in United States, Great Britain and Germany. In 1985 a special envoy from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) at the United Nations (UN) awarded Dr. Benenson a Diploma for “Development of New techniques in Eye Surgery”.

In 1986 Dr. Benenson defended his Thesis and became a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) His works laid a foundation for further development of artificial lenses not only in Russia, but also in some countries of Europe and North America. While working with Professor Fedorov, Dr. Benenson visited different ophthalmological clinics in Russia and Europe, where he gave scientific talks and trained other physicians by demonstrating surgical skills and new techniques in operating rooms. In 1993 Igor Benenson was invited to participate in research at the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at Washington University School of Medicine in Saint Louis, MO, where he continued to sharpen his professional knowledge for 3 years.

In 1996 Igor Benenson entered the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, which he graduated from in 2000. Pursuing his dream of practicing his specialty in the USA, he graduated from the PCOM Residency in Ophthalmology in Philadelphia, PA in 2004. The same year he established his own practice. Since then he has been dedicating his knowledge and practical skills serving those who need his professional achievements, especially dense Russian-speaking population in the Northeast Philadelphia. Among his patients besides Americans are also immigrants from multiple countries.

Doctor Benenson is Board Certified in Ophthalmology. He is a Fellow of American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology (AOCOO), active member of American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS), American Osteopathic Association (AOA), Pennsylvania Academy of Ophthalmology (PAO) and other professional organizations. He regularly attends major ophthalmological Congresses and Symposia, where he shares his professional experience and knowledge with thousands of his colleagues in the USA and abroad. His name appeared among Top American Ophthalmologists in 2007, and he was included in the Registry “Doctors of Excellence” in 2014. In 2017 he was awarded "Top Ophthalmologist in Philadelphia" by "Patients Reviews Certified"

From the very beginning Doctor Benenson ‘s main working principles are professionalism, dedication, mutual respect and trust in his communications with patients, staff members, and colleagues. Adherence to these principles most certainly ensures many positive reviews by patients, their family members and colleagues.