Physician, Professor
Ophthalmology - Cornea & External Diseases, Ophthalmology
Department: Ophthalmology
I'm an ophthalmologist, specializing in the cornea and external eye disease. I interact with a variety of patients, including people from other countries. It's a different experience every day.
Ohio State offers the latest equipment and treatments. We help people who couldn't be helped elsewhere. I'm very honest and upfront with patients who have difficult cases. Sometimes we have to say, "It's a bad problem, but we'll do everything needed to treat you."
I customize treatment to a patient's needs and personality. I may treat two patients with the same problem differently. For example, one patient may not want surgery, or another may not be able to manage complex treatment regimens.
Being able to restore sight to a person is rewarding. On post-operative days, medical students rotating with our specialty have said it's amazing. They are able to visit with patients the day after surgery with an improvement in vision that is better than it has been in years, or their entire life.
Restoring a patient’s sight so that they can see to read the morning paper or their hymnals or write letters to their grandchildren again is very rewarding.
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
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As of 11/3/2025, Andrew Hendershot has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr. Hendershot was everything I hoped for. I chose him for my surgery. He was excellent in all respects. Knowledgeable, positive, procedure done expertly, very courteous of my feelings and put me st ease.
Excellent
I liked him. He explained what he was doing, what my options were, and cheat to expect.
Dr. Hendershot is very good. Although he answers my questions, he always seems to be in a hurry and rushed, so sometimes I forget to ask him something. But he and his office are quick to respond to my questions via my chart.
Very good, friendly
Friendly, thorough, answered my questions.
Professional and friendly
All good
They are caring good
Dr. H is wonderful and patient. He listens to all my concerns and answers all my questions (of which, there are many). He is kind and truly cares about his patients. I'm so thankful for him and I would recommend him to anyone.
It was all good
Great professional with patience and care
Dr Hendershot is outstanding. Very knowledgeable, professional yet friendly and easy to talk to. OSU is fortunate to have him on staff
Good
Dr Hendershot was Exceptional. Best Physician I've every encountered.
Great communication with the doctor and staff
Excellent
All good, very complete.
All good
Always courteous and helpful.