Physician, Professor
Ophthalmology - Retina, Ophthalmology
Department: Ophthalmology
My areas of specialization include vitreoretinal and corneal diseases. I diagnose and manage eye conditions involving the retina, vitreous (clear gel in the back of the eye), cornea (outer layer) and other structures.
Retinal conditions that I treat include retinal detachment, retinal vascular occlusive disease, diabetic retinopathy and others. Through early intervention and ongoing care, we can prevent and manage many potentially blinding eye conditions. Treatment may involve medical, surgical or other measures.
I perform refractive (vision correction) surgery, as well as surgically repairing dislocated lenses. I also treat age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss in those over 60 years of age.
I am especially interested in advanced imaging technologies, such as optical coherence tomography (OCT). This uses light waves to obtain detailed cross-sectional images of the eye. These images help us to clearly detect and treat problems.
Combining state-of-the-art treatment with personalized care is important to me. This includes listening to my patients, communicating clearly and treating each individual with compassion.
I enjoy working at Ohio State's Havener Eye Institute. It is widely recognized for leadership and excellence, and it's a privilege to be part of that.
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Always listens
Very knowledgeable guy
Dr Ohr is the best, very glad he's my provider
Best doctor ever, saved my vision
All good.
Dr. Ohr is excellent and always takes whatever time is needed. I never feel like a number in line.
Dr Ohr is very knowledgeable and I intend to continue under his care
Extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
Very personable and knowledgeable
As a retired optometrist, I have treated and managed cataract, glaucoma and macular degeneration patients. Dr. Matthew Ohr provides knowledgeable, compassionate and friendly ophthalmological eye care. I have complete trust and confidence in his clinical skills and have referred family members to him.
I spoke with Dr. Orr right after being diagnosed with a torn and detached retina. He walked me through the scans of my eyes, explained exactly what was going on and how it lined up with my symptoms, and walked me through how the surgical staff would perform the procedure to correct the problem.
I received excellent guidance and information regarding my health and care of my eyes directly from my provider.
I came prepared with 12 questions. They all were answered in ways that I could understand.
Dr Ohr is always pleasant and caring. I saw another physician at first that I did not know, and he was fine also.
All good
Always good
Great communication, took the time to review previous test results with me. Answered all questions and provided good feedback and any necessary next steps
First meeting very satisfied!Explains things needed done , Made my surgery comfortable, calming attitude we talked thru the procedure fun !
Dr Ohr and his staff are excellent
Dr. Ohr is a great physician. He is thorough and listens to the patient.