Cataract Surgeon
Dr. Kato was born in Chicago, Illinois. He earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree from Michigan State University then graduated Cum Laude from Boston University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at the University of Florida. He is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor at Florida State University Medical School.
Dr. Kato is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, The Florida Society of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Refractive Surgery, and Florida Medical Associations. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is also a member of the Capital Medical Society.
He donates his services locally through the We Care Network and Division of Blind Services.
Dr. Kato and his wife support multiple charitable organizations and are strong patrons to the Arts in Tallahassee. They enjoy family vacations and spending time with their three wonderful children.
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Education
M.D.
Boston University School of Medicine
Boston, MA
Internship
University Hospital
Boston, MA
Residency
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
Additional Education
Microbiology (MD, BS)
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
Medical School
Florida State University
Clinical Assistant Professor since 2004
Language
English
Specialty Interests
- Comprehensive Ophthalmology
- Small Incision Cataract Surgery
- Premium Implants using Intraoperative ORA Technology to help achieve spectacle independence
- Medical and Surgical Treatment of Advanced Glaucoma Including Laser, MIGS (Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries)
Work History
Clinical Microbiologist
Laboratory of Clinical Medicine
Lansing, MI
Immunologist
E.I. duPont/NEN Products
Billerica, MA
Ophthalmologist
Eye Associates of Tallahassee
Tallahassee, FL
Certifications
INTACS Certification
1999
C-LASIK Certification
1997
Visx Eximer Laser Certification
1997
Summit Eximer Laser Certification
1996
American Board of Ophthalmology
1995
Drug Enforcement Agency
1991
Board of Medicine
Department of Professional Regulation, State of Florida
1990
National Board of Medical Examiners
Parts I, II, ill
1989
