Dr. Agon Rrusta is a highly experienced and motivated ophthalmologist with a strong track record in clinical and academic settings. With over 10,000 successful surgeries covering both anterior and posterior segment procedures, he is committed to delivering exceptional eye care. His approach is rooted in teamwork, continuous learning, and evidence-based practice.
Clinical Experience
Specialist Attending Ophthalmologist, Italian Eye Hospital, Prishtina (2024–Present)
Specialist Ophthalmologist, Eye Clinic, University Clinical Center of Kosovo (2019–2024)
Resident in Ophthalmology, University Clinical Center of Kosovo (2014–2018)
General Practitioner & Mental Health Counselor, Peace Corps Kosovo (2015–2020)
General Practitioner, Main Family Clinical Center, Gllogoc (2012–2014)
Clinical Internship, University Clinical Center of Kosovo (2011–2012)
Academic Positions
Professor of Human Physiology, Alma Mater Europea Campus College Rezonanca, Prishtina (2020–Present)
Assistant Professor of Human Physiology, same institution (2012–2020)
Education & Training
Clinical Observership, University Clinical Center of Salzburg, Austria (Feb 2024)
Clinical Observership, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London (SOE Grant Winner, May 2023)
PhD Candidate in Clinical Medicine, University of Prishtina (2019–Present)
Residency in Ophthalmology, University Clinical Center of Kosovo (2014–2019)
MD in General Medicine, University of Medical Sciences, Prishtina (2005–2011)
High School Diploma, Arapahoe High School, Colorado, USA (2001–2005)
Core Skills
LASIK & Trans PRK Refractive Surgery
Cataract & Corneal Surgery
Pterygium Removal
Dry Eye Therapy (Punctal Plugs, IPL Treatment)
Intravitreal Injections (Avastin, Eylea, Lucentis, Triamcinolone, Vabysmo)
Laser Photocoagulation for Diabetic Retinopathy
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty, Chalazion, Tumors, Ptosis, Ectropion)
Ocular Oncology
Languages
Albanian
English
German
Certifications & Memberships
Clinical Observership – Salzburg, Austria
Clinical Observership – Moorfields Eye Hospital, London
EURETINA Member
ESASO Member (Surgical Retina Training, Switzerland)
ASCRS Member (Cornea Day Presenter, USA)
American Academy of Ophthalmology Member & Presenter (AAO 2022, Chicago)
ESCRS Member
ARVO Member
EuCornea Member
Kosovo Society of Ophthalmology Member & Presenter
Salzburg Medical Seminars Presenter
Balkan Wetlab Certified (Phaco & Glaucoma Surgery, Bulgaria)
Certified in Trans PRK (Schwind Amaris) and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty