Forbes StaffThe much-talked-about Ophthalmologist and TEDx speaker is driven to transform lives through his knowledge, expertise as a doctor, and much more.
It is always surreal to learn about all those professionals, founders, experts, leaders, and top voices across industries who never leave a stone unturned in getting closer to their desired goals. Even more astonishing is how these professionals ensure to do the unconventional, staying focused and committed to transforming lives through all that they choose to do in their careers, much like what Dr. Emilio Justo chose to do, not just in the world of medicine as a renowned Ophthalmologist, but also as a versatile talent. Read on to know more.
Dr. Emilio Justo was born in communist Cuba. He and his parents immigrated to the United States as refugees when he was only three. What he created out of life many years later only goes to show how far Dr. Justo has reached in his journey, overcoming challenges and becoming one of the most renowned names in the medical world and beyond. Today, he is the Founder and Medical Director of the Arizona Eye Institute & Cosmetic Laser Center, an Ophthalmologist, Refractive Cataract and Oculoplastic Surgeon, and a 2x International TEDx Speaker. Additionally, Dr. Justo is the bestselling author of “The Power of Pause: Mastering Delayed Gratification for Success.” Dr. Justo studied Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School and, by the age of 23, had already earned both his M.D. and B.S. degrees. He is a board-certified doctor under the American Board of Ophthalmology, and a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners, as well as a Fellow of the American Board of Ophthalmology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.
Despite starting his life amidst challenges like poverty and discrimination, he went ahead in building an illustrious career, becoming a celebrated Ophthalmologist, eye physician, cosmetic surgeon, bestselling author, and two-time TEDx speaker, who looks forward to inspiring lives every single day through his teachings and leadership.
In 1989, as a 27-year-old, Dr. Emilio Justo founded the Arizona Eye Institute & Cosmetic Laser Center, and established himself as a young founder and medical director. The success of his center can be known by the consistent expansion it has done in all these years, adding two additional locations and a Certified Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). Over the years, he also gained recognition for his advanced skills in refractive cataract surgery and CO2 laser blepharoplasty, performing more than 50,000 procedures during his career.
While Dr. Emilio Justo continued to showcase his excellence as a doctor at his center and expand the brand, he also made sure to reach more people and inspire lives. For this, he also transitioned into becoming an influential speaker at TEDx stages, sharing the principles that guided him in his career and life toward success. His first TEDx talk, “Delayed Gratification: Your Superpower to Success,” ranked #3 in the world in 2023 with well over 6 million views..
He went on to do more and be more, which motivated him to write his much-sought-after book “The Power of Pause: Mastering Delayed Gratification for Success,” through which he underlines the importance of patience, resilience, and perseverance. These principles form what he calls “The Cuban Triad,” which is a philosophy based on self-discipline, resilience, and delayed gratification. He believes that mastering these elements can lead people to unleash their potential and attain sustained success in their personal and professional lives.
“I cannot spread my knowledge and expertise among others unless I keep learning new things. Thus, I have always remained committed to education, continuous learning, and innovation. My education didn’t stop with medical school or residency. I like staying abreast with the latest trends and advancements in ophthalmology and cosmetic surgery, and I make sure to continuously improve the quality of care I provide,” Dr. Emilio Justo shares.
Additionally, he serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at several academic institutions, such as Midwestern University College of Medicine and the University of Arizona-Phoenix Medical School. He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery as well as the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Dr. Emilio Justo (@emiliojustomd) is driven to now keep empowering the lives of others to help them achieve greatness by cultivating resilience, practicing delayed gratification, and embracing “The Obsession Advantage,” a mindset of focus and dedication to long-term goals discussed in his latest 2024 TEDx talk, which has garnered over 1.5 million views.
