Monica Ertel, MD
Assistant Professor, Ophthalmology
Medical School:
Department: Ophthalmology
- MD, Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (2015)
- PhD, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (2013)
- BS, Louisiana State University (LA) (2005)
- Louisiana State University Program (2015)
- New York Presbyterian Hospital (Cornell Campus) Program, Chief Resident, Ophthalmology (2019)
- University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Ophthalmology (2020)
Department: Ophthalmology
Professional Titles
- Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology
- Residency Program Director
Teaching
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Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology
(2020)
School of Medicine, Ophthalmology
I have the honor of teaching our ophthalmology residents the basics of clinical and surgical management of glaucoma and cataracts.
Publications
- Deitz GA, Patnaik JL, Young CEC, Ertel MK, SooHoo JR, Seibold LK, Kahook MY, Pantcheva MB. Comparison of Outcomes of Phacoemulsification Combined with Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation, iStent, or Both in the Management of Open-Angle Glaucoma. Adv Ther. 2023 Jan 24. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 36692680
- Samuelson TW, Huang MJ, Larsen CL, Sheybani A, Levin A, Ertel M, Pantcheva M, Panarelli JF, Do A. Extreme intraocular pressure and steroid-dependent iritis. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2023 Jan 1;49(1):108-113. PubMed PMID: 36573765
- Duong AT, Ertel MK, Van Tassel SH. Glaucoma Prevalence and Glaucoma Surgical Considerations in Prosthetic Replacement of the Ocular Surface Ecosystem Device Use. Eye Contact Lens. 2022 Feb 1;48(2):69-72. PubMed PMID: 34608029
- Ertel MK, Seibold LK, Patnaik JL, Kahook MY. Comparison of intraocular pressure readings with Perkins, Tonopen, iCare 200, and iCare Home to manometry in cadaveric eyes. Int J Ophthalmol. 2022;15(12):2022-2027. PubMed PMID: 36536963
- Miller VJ, Patnaik JL, Young CEC, SooHoo JR, Seibold LK, Kahook MY, Ertel MK, Palestine AG, Pantcheva MB. Outcomes of Kahook Dual Blade Goniotomy for Uveitis Associated Open Angle Glaucoma or Ocular Hypertension. J Glaucoma. 2022 Nov 1;31(11):903-908. PubMed PMID: 35980845
- Phillips SS, Patnaik JL, Capitena Young CE, Ertel MK, SooHoo JR, Seibold LK, Kahook MY, Pantcheva MB. Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty and Outcomes of Subsequent Phacoemulsification Combined with Kahook Dual Blade Goniotomy. Ophthalmol Ther. 2022 Oct;11(5):1883-1893. PubMed PMID: 35922711
- Capitena Young CE, St Peter DM, Ertel MK, Pantcheva MB. Hydrus Microstent malposition with uveitis-glaucoma-hyphema syndrome. Am J Ophthalmol Case Rep. 2022 Mar;25:101405. PubMed PMID: 35198823
- AlRyalat SA, Ertel MK, Seibold LK, Kahook MY. Designs and Methodologies Used in Landmark Clinical Trials of Glaucoma: Implications for Future Big Data Mining and Actionable Disease Treatment. Front Med (Lausanne). 2022;9:818568. PubMed PMID: 35155501
- Duong AT, Ertel MK, Van Tassel SH. Glaucoma Prevalence and Glaucoma Surgical Considerations in Prosthetic Replacement of the Ocular Surface Ecosystem Device Use. Eye Contact Lens. 2022 Feb 1;48(2):69-72. PubMed PMID: 34608029
- Scott AT, Kanaster K, Kaizer AM, Young CC, Pantcheva MB, Ertel MK, Kahook MY, Seibold LK. The Utility of iCare HOME Tonometry for Detection of Therapy-Related Intraocular Pressure Changes in Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension. Ophthalmol Glaucoma. 2022 Jan-Feb;5(1):85-93. PubMed PMID: 34082179
- Scott AT, Kanaster K, Kaizer AM, Young CC, Pantcheva MB, Ertel MK, Kahook MY, Seibold LK. The Utility of iCare HOME Tonometry for Detection of Therapy-Related Intraocular Pressure Changes in Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension. Ophthalmol Glaucoma. 2022 Jan-Feb;5(1):85-93. PubMed PMID: 34082179
- Kesav NP, Young CEC, Ertel MK, Seibold LK, Kahook MY. Sustained-release drug delivery systems for the treatment of glaucoma. Int J Ophthalmol. 2021 Jan 18;14(1):148-159.
- Ertel MK, Kahook MY, Capitena Young CE. The Future Is Now: Incorporating Telemedicine into Glaucoma Care. Curr Ophthalmol Rep. 2021 Jul 7;:1-8. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 34254036
- Ertel MK, Gelinas NR, Slingsby TJ, Seibold LK, Kahook MY, SooHoo JR. Nd:YAG capsulotomy for Ahmed glaucoma drainage implant occlusion by the anterior capsule: a case report. BMC Ophthalmol. 2021 Feb 6;21(1):74. PubMed PMID: 33549064
- Kesav NP, Young CEC, Ertel MK, Seibold LK, Kahook MY. Sustained-release drug delivery systems for the treatment of glaucoma. Int J Ophthalmol. 2021;14(1):148-159. PubMed PMID: 33469497
- Siegel DT, Ertel MK, Patnaik JL, Awadallah NS, Capitena Young CE, Seibold LK, Kahook MY. Acute Ocular Effects of Sphenopalatine Ganglion Nerve Block. J Curr Glaucoma Pract. 2020 May-Aug;14(2):57-60.
- Ertel MK. Dr. Monica Ertel Answers The Question: Is Exercise Good For Your Eye Health? NanoDropper Guest Blog. https://nanodropper.com/blog/2020/12/4/dr-monica-ertel-answers-the-question-is-exercise-good-for-your-eye-health. 2020
- Van Tassel SH, Ertel MK, Muylaert SJ. Metal Intraocular Particles Following Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery with Stents. Ophthalmol Glaucoma. 2019 Sep - Oct;2(5):363. PubMed PMID: 32672678
- Dinkin M, Patsalides A, Ertel M. Diagnosis and Management of Cerebral Venous Diseases in Neuro-Ophthalmology: Ongoing Controversies. Asia Pac J Ophthalmol (Phila). 2019 Jan-Feb;8(1):73-85. PubMed PMID: 30672173
- Washington SD, Musarrat F, Ertel MK, Backes GL, Neumann DM. CTCF Binding Sites in the Herpes Simplex Virus 1 Genome Display Site-Specific CTCF Occupation, Protein Recruitment, and Insulator Function. J Virol. 2018 Apr 15;92(8). PubMed PMID: 29437965
- Ertel MK, Gelinas NR, Slingsby TJ, Seibold LK, Kahook MY, SooHoo JR. Nd:YAG capsulotomy for Ahmed glaucoma drainage implant occlusion by the anterior capsule: a case report. BMC Ophthalmology. In press
Practice Locations
UCHealth - Eye Center - Boulder
5495 Arapahoe Ave
Suite 101
Boulder, CO 80303
303-545-2020
Denver Health
777 Bannock St
Denver, CO 80204
303-436-6000
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
13123 East 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-777-1234
Hospital Affiliation
5495 Arapahoe Ave
Suite 101
Boulder, CO 80303
303-545-2020
Denver Health
777 Bannock St
Denver, CO 80204
303-436-6000
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
13123 East 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-777-1234
Hospital Affiliation
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Denver Health Medical Center
- Children's Hospital Colorado
Specialty Information
Specialties
- Ophthalmology, Board Certification
- Eyes and Vision - Cataract
- Eyes and Vision
- Eyes and Vision - Cataract Extraction
- Eyes and Vision - Comprehensive Ophthalmology
- Eyes and Vision - Glaucoma
Clinical Interests
My interests include the medical management of glaucoma and the surgical management of both glaucoma and cataracts.
Care Philosophy
My clinical care philosophy is to provide patients with the best care with a personalized approach. I strive to develop a relationship with my patients so that we can work together to develop a care plan that best treats their eye condition.
My interests include the medical management of glaucoma and the surgical management of both glaucoma and cataracts.
Care Philosophy
My clinical care philosophy is to provide patients with the best care with a personalized approach. I strive to develop a relationship with my patients so that we can work together to develop a care plan that best treats their eye condition.
Personal Interests
In my free time, I enjoy running, skiing, and spending time outdoors with my husband and two daughters.
Volunteer Activities
I currently volunteer at an ophthalmology clinic in Colorado Spring providing care for under-resourced patients.
In my free time, I enjoy running, skiing, and spending time outdoors with my husband and two daughters.
Volunteer Activities
I currently volunteer at an ophthalmology clinic in Colorado Spring providing care for under-resourced patients.
General Information
Medical Schools:
- MD, Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (2015)
Graduate Schools:
- PhD, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (2013)
Undergraduate Schools:
- BS, Louisiana State University (LA) (2005)
Internships:
- Louisiana State University Program (2015)
Residency Programs:
- New York Presbyterian Hospital (Cornell Campus) Program, Chief Resident, Ophthalmology (2019)
Fellowships:
- University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Ophthalmology (2020)
Department: Ophthalmology