Eye Center Of North Florida Welcomes Ophthalmologist Dr. Julian Tokarev

PANAMA CITY, FL – (November 11, 2025) – Eye Center of North Florida (ECNF) announces the addition of board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist Dr. Julian Tokarev.

Dr. Tokarev brings a strong clinical background in advanced vision care, specializing in refractive cataract surgery, interventional glaucoma and management of complex dry eye patients. His extensive surgical expertise includes phacoemulsification with premium intraocular lenses, glaucoma laser treatment, sustained intraocular drug delivery devices and microinvasive techniques to restore the eye’s natural pressure regulation system. He is committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused care for a wide range of comprehensive eye conditions, including cataracts, dysfunctional lens syndrome, corneal dystrophies, as well as both open-and closed-angle glaucoma. He will see patients at ECNF’s Panama City practice.

 “Dr. Tokarev is a tremendous addition to our team of dedicated specialists at Eye Center of North Florida,” said Dr. Anthony Aker, Eye Center of North Florida. “His extensive clinical and surgical experience combined with his commitment to personalized patient care aligns perfectly with our values and mission to deliver exceptional vision services for this great Florida community.”  

Dr. Tokarev earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed a transitional year at Kaweah Delta Medical Center in California. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas in Houston. During medical school, he was honored as an Alpha Omega Alpha Carol L. Kuckein Student Research Fellow and was an American Medical Association Seed Grant Recipient for his research on focal ischemic stroke models. Dr. Tokarev earned his undergraduate degree in psychology and neuroscience from Carleton College. In addition to English, he is fluent in both Spanish and Russian.

Dr. Tokarev is an accomplished researcher and has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications and presentations on a variety of topics including ophthalmology, neurology and medical imaging, reflecting his passionate commitment to advancing medical education and improving patient care.

 “It’s an honor to join Eye Center of North Florida and to work alongside such an accomplished team of specialists,” said Dr. Julian Tokarev. “I look forward to serving the Panama City community and helping patients achieve their best possible vision through personalized treatment and high-level care.”

For more information on Eye Center of North Florida or to book a consultation with Dr. Julian Tokarev visit https://www.eyecarenow.com/.