Talya Jaffe, MD

Undergraduate: University of Arizona, BS, Neuroscience & Cognitive Science; BA, Philosophy
Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine, MD

Dr. Jaffe grew up in New Mexico and Hawaii before attending college at the University of Arizona, where she studied neuroscience with a minor in biochemistry and philosophy with an emphasis in ethics. She returned to New Mexico for medical school, during which she developed a strong affinity for ophthalmology after witnessing the artistry of it and connecting with the patient care.

In her free time, she enjoys being outside, live music, punch needle embroidery, cooking, pickleball, and reading thriller novels. 

Ocular oncology
Uveitis 
Oculoplastics
Rural and underserved healthcare
Global health