David J Goldman, MD, MBA

Biographical Summary

A Southern California native with degrees from UCLA, Saba, and Johns Hopkins, Dr. Goldman has taken up permanent residency in Detroit as a senior staff surgeon and clinician at the Henry Ford Hospital where he serves as the residency program director, the simulation and microsurgical co-director, and the Vice Chair for Education of the Department of Ophthalmology. Recently, he was appointed as the director for the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology, a 501(c)(3) whose primary fundraiser is the EyesOn Design Car Show held annually on Father's Day at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe. The Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology is the world leader in accelerating progress towards advancements in "artificial vision" through its programs such as "The Eye and the Chip," a world congress held in Detroit. Dr. Goldman specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology providing clinical and surgical care. As a team ophthalmologist for both the Detroit Pistons and the Detroit Lions, he has a special interest in visual training and enhancements for optimal vision and performance in sports.

Titles

• A. VanElslander/P. Hessburg Chair in Ophthalmology Research
• Vice Chair for Education
• Residency Program Director
• Director, Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology
• Team Physician for the Detroit Lions and the Detroit Pistons
• Team Consultant for the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings

Research Interests

• Artificial Vision Research
• Sports Vision and Training

Awards and Honors

• Hour Magazine Top Docs: 2015-2025
• Castle Connolly Top Docs: 2025