Irina Livshitz, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology - Retina
Make an appointment
614-293-8116
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Retinal Detachment
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Macular Hole
Locations
- Outpatient Care New Albany
- Havener Eye Institute Westerville
- Havener Eye Institute
Academics and research
Department: Ophthalmology
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
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 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
Conditions and expertise
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Eye Diseases
- Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Diseases
- Vitreous Detachment
- Wet Macular Degeneration
Locations
Havener Eye Institute Westerville
484 County Line Road W.
Suite 240
Westerville, OH 43082
Suite 240
Westerville, OH 43082
614-293-8116
Havener Eye Institute
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
Suite 5000
Columbus, OH 43212
Suite 5000
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-8116
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Retina and Vitreous Surgery
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2018 - 6/30/2020 - Fellowship - Ophthalmology
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
6/2/2017 - 6/30/2018 - Residency - Ophthalmology
- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
7/1/2013 - 7/21/2016 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, OH, United States
7/1/2012 - 6/30/2013 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
8/18/2008 - 5/18/2012
Certification
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American Board of Ophthalmology
10/27/2017
Academics and research
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.
Research interests
- Retina
Academic information
- Department:
- Ophthalmology
- Division:
- Ophthalmology
More about my research
Ratings and 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.
306 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
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 11/3/2025, Dr. Livshitz has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
No bad experience at all
Seemed like she did not give me a lot of information on my test or condition of my eyes and while I am alert and oriented I failed to ask enough questions to get what I felt like I needed to know.
Dr. Livshitz is very nice. Listens well and provides easy to understand information.
!thankful I accepted the appointment with her.
I have total respect for Dr Livshitz skills
Dr Livshitz is wonderful. Someone I trust with my care
She was easy to talk to and very respectful
So far, I feel rescued. I had a very unfavorable experience with my previous eye doctor. My experience coming here was quite the opposite - like night and day.
Outstanding. Thank you god bless you
She found a new issue with my corneal transplant and referred me to Dr Martinez and made the appt for me
Knowledgeable and professional
She listens to my concerns and is supportive.
She was all good. Paid attention, kind, direct, efficient.
Very knowledgeable, articulate and treated me with respect and dignity.
She came in about the time she usually does. A student came before and looked in my eyes and ask questions.
Very knowledgeable and friendly. Inspired trust. This was my first visit but seemed to be extremely capable.
Everything is fine
Very friendly
Dr livshitz is the most amazing dr ever! She is very attentive and talks time each appointment to go over what is going on with my eyes.
I trust Dr Livshitz with my life! She is smart, caring, an excellent doctor and a wonderful human being. She surrounds herself with people who are kind and considerate and each and every one of them genuinely seems to care about my eye health.
She is always excellent
When the doctor came in she was very happy to see me, and she checked me out, and I got a very good report.
Good
Thorough and caring
Professional and Courteous
Dr. Was gentle and explained each procedure before she administered.
The very reason I came to OSU was to get the level of care this person provided
Good
Good
Irina Livshitz, MD is very informative & knowledgeable
She spent much more time than I expected. Was incredibly thorough, beyond my expectations even as a new patient.
It was excellent
I felt she was thorough and knowledgeable and sincere
Great
She is knowledgeable, experienced, thoughtful
Dr Livshitz saved the vision in my left eye and I will be forever grateful for that
Everyone were very friendly and talked with me in a professional but relaxed manner
Excellent
Dr. Livshitz is a kind specialist and I would recomment her to anyone with retinal issues
Dr lists was very nice and answered my questions that I asked
She is very educated and professional I trust her judgment on what she is doing
Good
Always very kind and clearly know what they are doing.
She was very throrough and knowledgeable
Everything was Good.
Excellent
The doctor was very kind, respectful, and answered my questions
Very courteous and caring..took the time to explain everything clearly.
Excellent information to understand exams
Was very informative & very kind & concerned.
Dr Livshitz is excellent, she's kind and explains things in an easy to understand way and she is able to help ease my worries. I am extremely thankful for her and all she has done for me.
Very helpful
V good
She was very knowledgeable and thorough with explaining everything and making sure I was comfortable before, during and after the procedure.
Awesome
Didn't hurt
Good visit.
Dr. Livshitz is very informative and makes me feel reassured.
I know I am good hands under the care of Dr. Livshitz. Her knowledge, skills, experience are outstanding, as well as her kindness, compassion, and outstanding listening skills. Dr. Livshitz and her staff always treat me with dignity and respect.
Doctor provided me with lots of good information
This was my first visit to this clinic and I found it to be a positive experience
Very good
Ok
My eye condition is very rare, but I felt well attended to
I have great confidence in the provider.
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.