An Outstanding Educational Background
Undergraduate: Rhodes College, Memphis TN, B.S. Chemistry, magna cum laude
Medical School: University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, M.D.
Internship: St. John's Mercy Medical Center, St. Louis, Missouri
Ophthalmology Residency: Duke University Eye Center, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
Vitreoretinal Surgical Fellowship: Duke University Eye Center, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina

Honored by Her Colleagues
Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology
Chief Resident, Department of Ophthalmology, Duke University
Phi Beta Kappa
Alpha Omega Alpha
Best Doctors in America

Professional Memberships
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
American Society of Retina Specialist (ASRS)
Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
American Medical Association (AMA)

Teaching and Training New Doctors
Former Chief Resident, Duke University Eye Center, Durham, North Carolina
Former Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, St. Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri
Former Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
During her academic career, Dr. Gehrs participated in the training of over 75 Ophthalmology Residents and 29 Vitreoretinal fellows
Alcon Resident Surgical Course, Ft. Worth, Texas

Recognized Expert in New Therapies for Retinal and Macular Diseases
Dr. Gehrs has conducted clinical research in the fields of Diabetic Retinopathy and Macular Degeneration for over 20 years. She has authored or co-authored over 30 peer reviewed publications, has been invited to give numerous lectures to physicians, nurses, and ophthalmic technicians, and serves as a reviewer for several ophthalmic journals.

Active Member in the Community
Dr. Gehrs resides in Lakeland, Florida.