Tyler Oostra

Tyler Oostra, MD

  • Ophthalmology - Cornea & External Diseases
  • Ophthalmology
  • Physician

Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Accepting new patients

Insurances We Accept

614-293-8116

About Me

As an ophthalmologist and corneal specialist, I specialize in medical and surgical care for corneal disease including keratoconus, Fuch’s corneal dystrophies, corneal transplants, corneal cross-linking and cataract surgeries. I find my work very meaningful and love restoring people’s sight. I also have extensive training in LASIK surgery and the treatment of cataracts, dry eye and pterygium.

My research interests include keratoconus, Salzmann’s nodular degeneration, infectious keratitis and conjunctival flap surgery.

My favorite part about working at Ohio State is the variety of patients and conditions that I have the opportunity to treat. I treat routine conditions such as cataracts, as well as complex conditions like corneal transplantation. My colleagues and I work together as a team to care for patients with some of the most challenging eye conditions.

When I’m not working I enjoy spending time with my wife and extended family, and rooting for the Buckeyes, of course!
Highlights
  • Member, American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • Member, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  • Participated in multiple mission trips to Guatemala and Ghana
  • Recipient, Havener Eye Institute Fellow’s Teaching Award for outstanding contributions to resident education
  • Authored several publications and presented at numerous local and national meetings
  • Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

  • Keratoconus
  • Corneal Dystrophies, Hereditary
  • Corneal Ulcer
  • Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy
  • Keratitis
  • Ophthalmology
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Sjogren's Syndrome
  • Dry Eye Syndromes
  • Ocular Oncology

Locations Where I Practice

Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.

Education and Training

Education History

Medical School

Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
8/1/2009 - 5/30/2013

Internship

Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
6/1/2013 - 6/30/2014

Residency

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2014 - 6/30/2017

Fellowship

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2017 - 6/30/2018

Board Certification

American Board of Ophthalmology
6/9/2019

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.

323 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.9 out of 5
  • Explains Things Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.9 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.9 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.9 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.9 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Mar 18, 2025

    He appeared to be very qualified.

  • Reviewed on Mar 18, 2025

    Dr. Oostra is an excellent clinician. He is thorough, good educator, and calm. He answers questions completely.

  • Reviewed on Mar 05, 2025

    Dr. Oostra has always been a good health care ptovider

  • Reviewed on Mar 05, 2025

    Always the best it's why I drive 2 hours to OSU

  • Reviewed on Mar 04, 2025

    Great

  • Reviewed on Mar 01, 2025

    Attentive and aware of my condition

  • Reviewed on Mar 01, 2025

    Dr. Oostra is an outstanding combination of expertise and patient care / interaction. Clearly an expert with my particular condition. Always provides full, excellent description of the status of my condition, recommendations for future care, makes sure he addresses any questions, and is prompt replying to any follow-up questions via MyChart.

  • Reviewed on Feb 27, 2025

    Attentive and responsive

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. Oostra has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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