Christopher Rodriguez, M.D.
Dr. Rodriguez is a board-certified ophthalmologist. He joined Ennen Eye Center after proudly serving the US Air Force for 8 years. Dr. Rodriguez had multiple foreign tours during his time in the service and is the proud recipient of an Air Force Meritorious Service Medal and an Air Force Achievement Medal. Â
Dr. Rodriguez is a native Arkansan. He grew up in Jacksonville, AR where he met his future wife and graduated valedictorian from Jacksonville High School. He graduated with Summa Cum Laude honors in 2007 from University of Central Arkansas’ Honors College with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology.Â
He earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences where he graduated with the distinguished Robert Key Award for the graduating senior with the highest cumulative GPA for the class of 2012. Dr. Rodriguez completed his ophthalmology residency in 2016 from the nation’s premier military medical education center in San Antonio, TX (SAUSHEC). He then spent four years as the Chief of the Ophthalmology Department at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, OH where he became highly experienced in PRK, LASIK, and ICL refractive surgery on our nation’s service men and women. He further specializes in sutureless, laser cataract surgery with advanced technology for astigmatism and presbyopia. Dr. Rodriguez has a particular interest in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery.
Dr. Rodriguez and his wife have 3 beautiful children. He speaks conversationally in Spanish. He also enjoys spending time with his family and friends, being outdoors, exercising, and being active in his church. Â
His professional memberships include:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Christian Ophthalmology Society
- Society of Military Ophthalmologists
- Alpha Omega Alpha
Why Choose Us!
At Ennen Eye Care, we provide the most thorough care in the Fort Smith area to ensure your convenience and clearest sight. Along with our decades of experience, we also rely on the latest technology to make your visit with us the best that eye care has to offer!
Contact us today to discuss our treatment options, insurance coverage, and affordable payment plans!