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Dr. Michael Feilmeier, MD

Cataract Surgeon

Nebraska

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Dr. Michael Feilmeier is a board-certified ophthalmologist in Omaha, NE, specializing in LASIK, corneal transplantation, and cataract surgery with advanced IOLs. He’s known for both his surgical expertise and global humanitarian efforts in vision care.

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Dr. Michael R. Feilmeier, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist with advanced fellowship training in laser vision correction (LASIK and PRK), corneal disease, prosthetic corneal transplantation, and premium refractive cataract surgery. He provides expert care using standard, toric, and multifocal intraocular lenses.

Dr. Feilmeier earned his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Nebraska Wesleyan University, and graduated with highest distinction from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute—consistently ranked the #1 eye hospital in the U.S.—and went on to complete a fellowship in cornea and international ophthalmology at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah.

He currently serves as the Medical Director of the International Division of Ophthalmology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he focuses on curing avoidable blindness in underserved regions. He has trained eye surgeons and delivered care in countries such as Haiti, India, Nepal, Ghana, and the Dominican Republic. Locally, he volunteers at One World Health Center and Sharing Clinic.

Dr. Feilmeier is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and an affiliated ophthalmologist with the Himalayan Cataract Project. He lives in Elkhorn, Nebraska, with his wife and two sons, and enjoys fishing and the outdoors in his free time.

Education
  • John A. Moran Eye Center, University Of Utah
  • Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University Of Miami
  • Residency Hospital, 2009
  • University Of California At San Diego
  • Internship Hospital, 2006
  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • Medical School, 2005
  • University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Medical School, 2005
  • Nebraska Wesleyan University
  • Undergraduate School, 2001
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English

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American Board of Medical Specialties®

American Board of Ophthalmology®

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Tommy L.

He’s always so kind & caring! Plus he knows what he’s doing!

John F.

Answers any questions and puts your mind at ease. I would highly recommend to anyone needing a top notch eye specialist.

Terry J.

I am so glad I was referred to Dr Feilmeier. Very confident he is addressing my issues. Such a nice calm caring person.

Benjamin W.

From the initial consultation to the post-operative care, the experience was exceptional. The surgeon's expertise and the staff's kindness made the entire process stress-free. My vision is now perfect, and I highly recommend this practice.

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