Sean P. Cushman, OD

Optometrist

Dr. Sean Cushman is a board-certified optometrist specializing in dry eye disease, advanced ocular surface disease, and comprehensive medical eye care. His clinical practice focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex ocular surface conditions, as well as the treatment of patients with ocular disease, diabetic eye disease, comprehensive eye care and other advanced eye care needs. He currently serves as the Director of The Eye Institute of Utah’s Optometric Internship program training the next generation of eye doctors.

Dr. Cushman is also a nationally recognized educator in dry eye and ocular surface disease. He travels throughout the United States to lecture and educate eye care professionals on the latest advances in the diagnosis and management of dry eye disease and complex ocular surface conditions. He is a published author in the field and serves as a key opinion leader consultant for companies involved in advancing clinical education and patient care in this rapidly evolving area of dry eye care.

Originally from San Francisco, CA, Dr. Cushman grew up in Midland, MI and completed his undergraduate education cum laude at Hope College completing a B.S. degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. He then went on to complete optometry school at The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Following school, Dr. Cushman completed a one-year residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL, the #1 ranked Eye Hospital in the nation. He was trained by some of the world’s most regarded ophthalmology specialists in the areas of advanced dry eye, corneal disease, glaucoma, retinal disease, neuro-ophthalmology, oculoplastics and emergency eye care.

Today, Dr. Cushman combines this extensive medical training with a specialized focus on dry eye and advanced ocular surface disease, providing patients with evidence-based, individualized care for both routine and complex ocular surface conditions.