÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ ophthalmologists provide comprehensive eye care services, including routine eye exams, specialized treatments and surgery. Leading-edge research conducted by our physicians allows ÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ ophthalmologists to offer the most advanced diagnostic capabilities and treatment options.
÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ ophthalmologists have subspecialty expertise in:
- vitreo-retinal disease
- glaucoma
- cornea and external disease
- ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery
- pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus
- cataract and refractive surgery
- ophthalmic pathology
- neuro-ophthalmology
- contact lens fitting and dispensing
- low vision and ocular rehabilitation
÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ has the largest department of Ophthalmology in Michigan with more than 100 board-certified ophthalmologists. Also, ÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ has been a leading participant in national clinical trials for the treatment of age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, ocular melanoma, glaucoma, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, and retinal vascular disease.
÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ ophthalmologists are also leaders in the educational programs of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Our ophthalmologists serve on the editorial boards of major ophthalmology and visual science journals, and have authored significant textbooks on ocular surgery.
Ophthalmic surgical procedures
÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ ophthalmologist perform nearly 6,000 ophthalmic procedures a year, including:
- refractive laser vision correction (I-LASIK)
- corneal transplantation surgeries (DSAEK, DMEK, penetrating keratoplasty)
- glaucoma surgery
- cataract and refractive surgery
- vitreo-retinal surgery
- strabismus surgery
- ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery
For a referral to a ophthalmologist, please call ÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥'s Physicians Referral Service at 800-633-7377.