Surgeons

David M. Bowman, M.D.

Dr. Bowman specializes in ophthalmology. He is board certified by The American Board of Ophthalmology.

Experience

Dr. Bowman is a diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology, a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and a member of the Virginia Society of Ophthalmology, The Richmond Academy of Medicine, and Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, among others. In addition, Dr. Bowman has served as a managing partner of Richmond Eye Associates.

Practice

Dr. Bowman's mission is to provide his patients with professional, state-of-the-art medical and surgical care for the eyes. He specializes in small incision cataract extraction with lens implant, glaucoma, laser surgery, macular degeneration, and the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic diseases of the eye. Dr. Bowman and his partners perform routine comprehensive examinations, as well as those for the management of ocular disease. Whether performing routine eye examinations for glasses or contact lenses, or complex new procedures for the treatment of disease, Dr. Bowman strives to maximize and preserve the patient’s vision.

Education

Dr. Bowman is a graduate of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Virginia, where he was an Echols Scholar. He received his M.D. from the Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed an internship in internal medicine and residency in ophthalmology at the Medical College of Virginia, where he served as chief resident, and he is board-certified in ophthalmology.

Profile

Dr. Bowman lives in Richmond with his wife and children. In his spare time, he enjoys photography and golf. He has a particular interest in exploring innovative photographic techniques, including kite and other remote vehicle aerial photography and time-lapse imagery. He is also an amateur graphic designer, with experience in numerous computer-assisted artistic endeavors. Dr. Bowman is active in University of Virginia alumni activities, and is a former board member of the University of Virginia Richmond Club.

Awards

2019 MEDARVA Patient Choice Award