Andrea Sawchyn, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Ophthalmology - Glaucoma, Ophthalmology
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614-293-8116Conditions and expertise
- Glaucoma
Locations
- Havener Eye Institute in Eye and Ear Institute
Academic information
Department: Ophthalmology
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
My ophthalmology specialty includes treatment of cataracts, ocular hypertension (pressure in eyes) and all forms of glaucoma.
I decided to become a doctor after working for an ophthalmologist during college. I enjoyed it and found it very rewarding. That's when I knew medicine would be a good field for me.
After my glaucoma fellowship, I chose Ohio State to be involved in medical education. I greatly valued my education here during medical school and as a resident, and wanted to give back.
My responsibilities include staffing the resident glaucoma surgeries and the residents who see our patients with glaucoma. I've truly enjoyed that.
Ohio State's Havener Eye Institute is a wonderful place to work. Our outstanding staff are friendly and excellent to work with. I enjoy working together with all of the other subspecialties. Our goal is to work as a team so our patients benefit from diverse expertise.
The greatest sense of accomplishment in my day is the ability to help slow or stop the progression of glaucoma. Sometimes it means coaching patients on how to take their medications and other times it involves helping them through surgery. I find my work very rewarding.
Highlights
- Vice Chair, Clinical Affairs
- Director, Glaucoma Division
- Contributor, several medical publications
- Lead author, ophthalmology consult textbook chapters
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016, 2017, 2019
- Best Doctor in America 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
- Received the Makley-Battles Teaching Award for excellence in residency teaching, 2013
Conditions and expertise
- Glaucoma
Locations
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Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Glaucoma
- Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, United States
7/1/2009 - 7/6/2010 - Residency - Ophthalmology
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2006 - 6/30/2009 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH, United States
6/22/2005 - 6/25/2006 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
8/20/2001 - 6/12/2005
Certification
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American Board of Ophthalmology
6/3/2012
Ratings and reviews
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264 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Andrea Sawchyn has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Good
Extremely knowledgeable
Execellent explaining hat the problem was and fixing it
She explained what she was checking for and gave me the results right away.
She's an excellent dr - no bad experiences
Dr Sawchyn is the best! Sometimes I thinks she is more diligent about my care than I am!
Very knowledgeable. Great explanations
I appreciate that she never makes me feel as though she is rushing to get to the next patient. She always makes me feel as though I am her only patient, although I know she has a very busy schedule.
She is always very caring and knowledgeable!!!!!!
Dr. Sawchyn has been my provider for several years. She is an amazing physician who I credit with saving my vision in my left eye after discovering a second retinal detachment. I can't praise her enough.
Dr Sawchyn is absolutely amazing
She clearly explained all the options for further treatment and discussed the advantages and disadvantages of each option.
The Dr is always thorough and respectful
Dr Sawchyn is a great doctor
The care provider was exceptional
Professional. Very nice. Patient.
Good
Very nice
Dr Sawchyn is excellent
All were good