William McLaughlin, OD
Optometrist
Optometry
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614-293-8116Conditions and expertise
- Contact Lenses
- Refractive Errors
- Eye Injuries
- Eye Abnormalities
- Nearsightedness
Locations
- Eye and Ear Institute
Academic information
Department: Ophthalmology
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, I started out as an optometrist, providing general eye care for more than 34 years, and was the first optometrist here to become an associate professor of clinical ophthalmology. I'm very proud to have taught ophthalmology residents, fellows, and medical students for many years and hopefully more to come. Academia and teaching has kept me up-to-date in the ever-changing field of elite eye care.
While being highly nearsighted myself, I have always had a passion for contact lenses. I completed advanced training with a contact lens residency at Ohio State in 1986 while also earning a post-doctorate master's degree. I specialize in contact lenses and sports vision at Ohio State, where I have the pleasure of almost exclusively providing vision diagnosis and treatment to our university's athletes since 1989.
Highlights
- Author of many referred publications
- Former associate editor of the Contact Lens Spectrum magazine
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016, 2017, 2019
Conditions and expertise
- Contact Lenses
- Eye Abnormalities
- Eye Injuries
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Internship - Optometry
- Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, OH, United States
6/1/1984 - 6/1/1986 - Doctor of Optometry (OD)
- Ohio State University College of Optometry, Columbus, OH
9/1/1980 - 6/1/1984
Ratings and reviews
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94 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, William McLaughlin has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr Mclaughlin is an excellent, thorough, efficient and professsional man. He goes above and beyond to accommodate my needs. He problem solves my specific eye condition and combination of Issues so I can see the best. He is easily accessible and caring. I have been with him for several years and would definitely recommend Dr McLaughlin.
Randy McGlaughlin is the best and he always takes good care of me and I never feel rushed
MD very good and he never make you wait. Very professional and to the point. He always come to get me from the waiting room him self.
Dr McLaughlin is awesome! Very personable, efficient and thorough!
I have been seeing him for about 20 years. He is awesome. He even called to see if I wanted to come earlier because he had a cancelation.
One of the best doctors I see. Always listens, takes thing seriously but at the same time easy going. Trust the doctor 100%.
Good and thorough eye exam.
Really on time, efficient, congenial, caring
Very personable and helpful
Very kind and knowledgeable. I have already recommended him to a family member.
It's always an on time, no wait experience. Dr. McLaughlin is thorough and clear with advice.
Randy is the best!
I've been seeing Randy for over 10 years for a reason, he's great. He's fast, friendly and very obviously cares about people
Dr. McLaughlin is the pinnacle of eye care professionals. He is thorough, expedient and friendly. All OSU Medical personnel should model his example. They should put a statue of him in front of the Havener building.
Always known his job.
Very hospitable, quick and EFFICIENT ! Which is very important to me !
Had a burning sensation in my right eye about 2 weeks prior to my annual appointment. Called him and he saw me later that day.
Excellent
Excellent care. Took time to explain thoroughly and answer all my questions
Dr McLaughlin takes an interest in me and listen to everything that I have to say.