Ophthalmology Update - Cleveland Clinic

Who We Are
at the cole eye institute, the lines between research and patient
care blur. the belief that the two are interdependent and synergistic
is the foundation for everything we do. We believe that this
approach enhances diagnosis and advances treatment, to the
benefit of our patients today and tomorrow.
Our program ranks high in the U.S.News & World Report annual
survey, and is consistently the highest rated in Ohio. We have
some of the highest patient volumes in the United states,
handling more than 150,000 patient visits and more than 5,000
surgeries per year. We offer treatment of the full range of vision
disorders and conditions, as well as offering routine eye care for
all ages. Our internationally recognized staff of 26 ophthalmologists
is composed almost entirely of subspecialists, and eight
optometrists round out our comprehensive services.
Our state-of-the-art building demonstrates our dedication to
patients and to the tradition established by the founders of
cleveland clinic – a commitment to world-class care that always
puts the patient first as well as providing further education
for those who serve.
Our facilities are designed for maximum patient comfort, service
and quality. We offer one-stop eye care, with our diagnostic services
suite located just a quick elevator ride away from the clinical
suites, and our state-of-the-art operating rooms also are on premises.
all windows in the patient areas feature special light filters to
minimize the discomfort of patients whose eyes are dilated or
newly treated. Our waiting rooms are designed to be comfortable
and include a special area for children to play while they wait. We
also have a pearle vision on site and offer such amenities as valet
parking and an easy drive-up area for pick-up of postoperative
patients. Our regional eye care program provides services in five
suburban locations throughout the greater cleveland area,
including one ambulatory surgery center.
i n n O v a t i O n
Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute is one of the few dedicated, comprehensive state-of-the-art eye institutes in
the world. We are here to serve the needs of patients and referring physicians by providing early, accurate
diagnosis and excellent, effective patient care. We strive daily to make this commitment to innovation a reality.
We are pioneering treatment protocols for complex vision-threatening
disorders, including age-related macular degeneration
and glaucoma, through our clinical trials program. Our aggressive
research program bridges the gap between laboratory and
patient care, and our team of dedicated researchers works in
some of the most well-equipped labs anywhere.
Other unique programs housed at Cole Eye Institute:
The Center for Genetic Eye Diseases: the center for genetic eye
diseases provides clinical diagnostic and therapeutic services
for patients with inherited eye conditions such as corneal and
retinal dystrophies and microphthalmia. patients with inherited
disorders that involve the eye, such as neurofibromatosis,
albinism, neurodegenerative disorders and marfan syndrome,
are referred to the center by physicians from around the country.
a monthly specialty clinic is dedicated to patients with retinal
dystrophies and their families.
A National Eye Donor Program: cole eye institute houses the
Foundation Fighting Blindness’ center for eyes donated by individuals
across the United states for blindness research. the center
shares tissue samples with researchers worldwide. Formally
known as the retinal degeneration pathophysiology Facility, the
collection center accepts eye donations after death from any person
of any age who has normal vision or any degree of vision loss
resulting from a retinal-degenerative disease. cole eye institute
staff prepares a detailed medical report about each donated eye
to help researchers track the effects of eye disease in different
types of people and environments. prior to moving to cleveland
clinic, the center was located in philadelphia.
For more information about our services or to refer a patient,
please call 216.444.2020 or 800.223.2273 ext 42020 or visit
clevelandclinic.org/eye.
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