Dr. Richard Urso graduated from Villanova University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, where he was on the Dean’s Distinguished Honor Roll.  He then went on to study medicine at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston.  Dr. Urso was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society while studying there.  He completed his Ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas and then concluded with a fellowship in Oculoplastics and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.  In 1993, Dr. Urso was appointed Ophthalmologist and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, where he served until April 2005.  During this time, he was also an Assistant Professor in the Department of Head and Neck Surgery at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.

 

Dr. Urso is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the North American Academy of Cosmetic and Restorative Surgery.  He is also a member of the Harris County Medical Society, the Texas Medical Association, and the Texas Ophthalmic Association.  Dr. Urso has also written numerous articles and abstracts relating to a variety of topics in the field of ophthalmology. 

 

His honors include Outstanding Teacher in Ophthalmology from UT-Houston Medical School-Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Memorial Hermann Healthcare System Hero Award, Dedication and Service Award from Harris County Fraternal Order of Police #39, and America’s Top Ophthalmologist in Oculoplastics, Reconstructive Surgery, and Refractive Surgery. 

 

Dr. Urso and his wife, Stacy, are heavily dedicated to health and wellness.  They have six wonderful children, Alessandra, Ellie, Catherine, Joey, Anthony, and Isabella.