Our doctors provide comprehensive ophthalmology (eye care) services in state-of-the-art clinics. Havener Eye Institute ophthalmologists diagnose and treat varied disorders and diseases of the eye, as well as offer vision care to examine how well you see and then improve or protect your eyesight.

From routine eye exams to corrective lenses to vision-enhancing surgeries, we provide expert and personalized care. Our varied services include refractive surgery, such as LASIK, cataract surgery, including premium lenses to correct presbyopia and astigmatism, and many other procedures. We work as part of a team of eye care experts. We'll collaborate or refer patients to specialists as needed.

These doctors specialize in the treatment of cataracts, corneal abrasions, dry eye, keratoconus, or structural changes of the cornea and many other diseases and disorders of the cornea and external parts of the eye.

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Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. Regular eye exams and early detection can help diagnose glaucoma and protect against vision loss. Havener Eye Institute glaucoma experts use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, such as the Optovue Optical Coherence Tomographer. These and other advanced technologies allow us to diagnose glaucoma at its very earliest stages and track its progression.

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LASIK (Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis) is one of the most popular choices for refractive eye surgery. It has one of the highest patient-satisfaction rates among medical procedures. LASIK involves using an ultraviolet laser on the cornea (outer layer of eye) to correct vision. 

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This subspecialty of neurology and ophthalmology addresses visual problems related to the nervous system. Neuro-ophthalmologists treat diseases, such as:

• Optic neuritis
• Optic neuropathy
• Optic disc edema
• Ocular myasthenia gravis
• Brain tumors or stroke affecting vision
• Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
• Unexplained vision loss
• Headaches
• Double vision

We typically treat diseases involving the optic nerve, eye movement and pupil reflexes.

Oculoplastics, or oculoplastic surgery, is plastic surgery involving the eyes. It includes surgical procedures to correct problems with the orbit (eye socket), eyelids, tear ducts and face. It also includes reconstructing the eye and associated structures. Oculoplastic surgeons repair droopy eyelids (blepharoplasty), tear duct obstructions and orbital fractures. Other procedures include removing tumors in and around the eyes, eyelid reconstruction and facial rejuvenation, including laser skin resurfacing, eye lifts, brow lifts and facelifts.

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At the Havener Eye Institute, ophthalmic pathologists use advanced diagnostic equipment to study tissues removed from the eye in order to make a precise diagnosis of disease. This thorough diagnosis of eye disease is essential to delivering effective, personalized patient care.

Optometrists at Ohio State’s Havener Eye Institute help to restore or improve eyesight. We treat a variety of eye and vision-related conditions with such services as eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions, low-vision aids and vision therapy, and many others. Maintaining your eye health and correcting vision problems can contribute greatly to your overall health and well-being.

The Havener Eye Institute's pediatric ophthalmology services are provided in collaboration with Nationwide Children's Hospital Ophthalmology Department.

We perform vision screening for kids and treat common ocular problems that can affect children. Specialists at Nationwide diagnose, treat and manage all children’s eye problems, such as pink eye, strabismus, amblyopia, glaucoma, dacryostenosis and cataracts.

Pediatric ophthalmologists generally provide the following services:

• Eye exams
• Surgery, microsurgery and laser surgery for problems like weak eye muscles, crossed eyes, wandering eyes, blocked tear ducts, retinal problems and infections
• Diagnosis of problems of the eye caused by diseases like diabetes, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and other medical and neurological diseases
• Diagnosis of visual processing disorders
• Care for eye injuries
• Prescribing eyeglasses and contact lenses

Our Ohio State retina specialists manage conditions of the vitreous and retina. The vitreous is a clear gel between the front and back of the eye. The retina is the light-sensitive area on the inner back of the eye. It converts light into electrical signals for the brain.

We use state-of-the-art imaging tools to better assess, diagnose and treat retina conditions. For example, high-resolution digital color photography of the inner eye and various types of angiography (a medical imaging technique) provide clear pictures of the inner eye. They help our eye care experts clearly assess how the retina, optic nerve and other parts of the eye are functioning.

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