About Me
Ophthalmology is one of the most rewarding specialties in the field of medicine. By restoring our patients’ eyesight, we are uniquely positioned to preserve livelihood, restore independence, and foster quality of life that would have otherwise been lost. In the field of retina in particular, the scope of practice is immense. I'm continuously learning from my patients and am excited to come to work every morning.
Having myself been a patient once, I pride myself on being an empathic physician. I realize it can be scary to navigate through a maze of decisions and choices, especially when the stakes – your vision - are so high. I do my absolute best with each patient to make sure they can make informed decisions about their own eyes, and I don’t leave the room until the last question is answered. The decisions I make each day about my patients are the same ones I would make if I were treating my own family.
In teaching medical students, residents, and fellows through the years, I have realized how rewarding academia can be. I find that in an academic environment physicians often continue to innovate, both clinically and academically, regardless of how long they have practiced in the same field.
At the Ohio State Havener Eye Institute, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of cutting-edge research. Currently, I'm a co-investigator in a number of different retina clinical trials, both phase II and III. I know that the medications and procedures studied in these trials are going to one day make a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
In my free time, I like to read, go ballroom dancing, hike, and travel to new places. Most of all, I enjoy playing with my nine month old and trying to see the world through his eyes.
Highlights
- Featured in multiple publications, including Open Journal of Pediatrics and Encyclopedia of Ophthalmology
- Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and American Society of Retina Specialists
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Retinal Detachment
- Ophthalmology
- Retinal Diseases
- Eye Diseases
- Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Degeneration
- Vitreous Detachment
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Wet Macular Degeneration
Locations Where I Practice
6100 North Hamilton Road
Westerville, OH 43081
614-814-8100
484 County Line Road W.
Suite 240
Westerville, OH 43082
614-293-8116
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-9431
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
Suite 5000
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-8116
in Outpatient Care New Albany
6100 North Hamilton Road
2nd Floor, Suite 2B
Westerville, OH 43081
614-293-8116
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
8/18/2008 - 5/18/2012
Internship
The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, OH
7/1/2012 - 6/30/2013
Residency
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
7/1/2013 - 7/21/2016
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
6/2/2017 - 6/30/2018
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2018 - 6/30/2020
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
10/27/2017
Academic Information
My Department
Ophthalmology
My Division
Ophthalmology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
249 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.8 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.7 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.8 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2024, Dr. Livshitz has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
She was very good.
Good. Listened to my concerns.
Very very good. Excellent I can't even explain.
The over all experience was easy peasy.
Thorough and courteous. I was a new patient
By far the nicest, caring, professional person I have ever had in my eye care. Thank you for the outstanding service.
Everyone was quick and friendly once I got in
All aspects of my visit were positive and otherwise excellent
Excellent
Dr Irena Livshitz is the best doctor there is.
Very informative, friendly, and not rushed
Wonderful lady who gave me great confidence that I would be well taken care of.
Good people
Great
All good
Good
Always very kind
Perfect as usual
Dr. Livshitz is always professional, knowledgeable and kind.
I have great confidence in Dr Livshitz.
Knowledgeable, very short visit
Dr. Livshitz is very skilled, patient and compassionate.
The doctor was very professional and made sure I knew what was going on
Excellent, explained my condition and options very well.
Friendly informative courteous knowledgeable
Good
Always very knowledgeable, professional, and kind
Very knowledgeable
I was referred after 7 physicians were CLUELESS about my problem. Drs Martinez and Livschitz were amazing.
Very helpful, kind, I really like the Doctor
Felt she was not as informative of my condition or status of it aware I have signs of retnaopathy
It was an excellent visit with Dr Livshitz. Also included recommendations for alternative check-up in a corresponding eyecare facility and Doctor
Very professional
Good, professional
Friendly Described condition
Good overall, but did not seem to have carefully evaluated why the appointment was scheduled to meet with her.
Once I was brought back, my scans, test, etc, went quickly
She was very pleasant and explained every detail of my exam and findings.
Very experienced
Always takes her time and answers my questions
Very thorough, knowledgeable and professional.
Remembers all my past eye health experience in detail and addresses all my questions with patience and thorough responses.
I recently did a genetic test that showed the genetic marker for retinitis pigmentosa. I scheduled to talk to a specialist about it for the first time, and all I got was "well you're not showing symptoms so there's nothing we can do." I got no education about what RP is, the expected rate/onset time of deterioration, symptoms I should be looking out for, any upcoming gene therapy options, types of vision supports I might benefit from, family planning since this is a genetic condition (I'm in my late 20s) I was made to feel weird that I had scheduled an appointment in the first place, even though I have a long family history of RP and blindness.
Dr L shows amazing compassion and gives her patients a sense that they are her only concern. I trust her judgement and her hands
I feel she is the best
Good
I have always been treated very well
The very best!!! She is very thorough, explains everything so I understand. Very kind and gentle. I wish she was my Doctor for everything.
The doctor took the time to ask me about my life and family also I was referred to her office by Dr. Weed and she knew him very well and we talked about how kind and smart a person he is
Love her attitude and care. She is very special.
It was a good, professional visit.
Excellent
Excellent. Dr Livshitz is kind and very professional. Feel very comfortable with her knowledge of my eye problems we love her
Limited time with me. Seemed very rushed
Fantastic doctor!
Very knowledgeable.
All good. The doctor was attentive, listened and explained things very well.
Good
Dr. Livshitz is always very courteous and caring.
She answered all my questions.
She was very aloof. She also volunteered very little information about her findings; I had to ask her specific questions in order to get any information at all. I recently moved to central Ohio and was just transferring doctors, so fortunately, I already knew something about my condition and knew what to ask. I left the visit questioning whether she's the doctor for me; I may keep looking for someone else.
Dr. Livshitz is outstanding. I am in very good hands!
My provider is the best. I love her and I hope I always have her as my provider!
Took the time to explain in detail and also to answer all my questions.
Dr. Livshitz injects my L eye every 5-6 weeks for wet macular degen. She provides safe consistent care and always is happy and welcoming of questions. When necessary I greatly respect her as my provider and is one of the best who has provided my health care. I evaluate hospitals & providers as my profession and would rate her and her team a 99+++ on each visit I have had over the last 20 months. Thank you!!
Awesome. She explained very well what was going on, the progress so fast and what I had to do.
Excellent
Very good
All good.
Gave me confidence that she knew what she was doing.
She is wonderful! I love her!!
Always empathetic & kind.
All good
Excellent Care
Great.
Thorough examination of my eyes/friendly & upbeat.
They were all good.
She always knows who I am and acts genuinely concerned about my health and well being. She is extremely knowledgeable and conveys concerns and issues in an easily understandable manner.
I really liked my doctor and look forward to seeing her as discussed in a year.
Excellent - Answered any questions we had.
Explaining my condition clearly to me
All good
Very caring and knowledgeable.
My provider didn't rush through my visit. My provider answered all my questions.