N. Douglas Baker, M.D.

N. Douglas Baker, M.D.

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262 Neil Avenue
4th Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-221-7464

Procedures:
Glaucoma Consultation & Medical Management
Glaucoma Laser & Surgery

Schooling:
Wittenberg University - College
Ohio State University - Medical School
Ohio State University - Ophthalmology Residency
Emory University - Glaucoma Fellowship

Susan Benes, M.D.

Susan Benes, M.D.

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262 Neil Avenue, #210
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-917-1292
Fax: 614-917-1293
Contact Person: Mary Smerillo
Website: www.drbenes.com

Procedures:
Biopsies of lid & orbital Tumors
Optic Nerve Sheath Decompressions
Orbital Decompressions
Eye Muscle Surgeries
General ophthalmology, including cataract, glaucoma, & laser

Schooling Credentials:
Fellowship: Neuro-ophthalmology and orbital diseases, Wills Eye Hospital and The University of Pennsylvania
Residency: Ophthalmology: The Wills Eye Hospital
Internship: Internal medicine - Lankenau Hospital
Medical School: The Medical College of Pennsylvania
College: University of Michigan, B.S. Biology / Teaching Certificate
Faculty: Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, The Ohio State University

Robert Bennett, M.D.

Robert Bennett, M.D.

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Robert P. Bennett, M.D. received his Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He received his M.D. degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1975 and he served his internship in internal medicine at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. Dr. Robert Bennett served his Ophthalmic Surgery Residency at The Ohio State University from 1976 to 1979.

Dr. Robert Bennett practiced general ophthalmology in Chillicothe, Ohio following completion of his residency, and he has been in private practice with the Arena Eye Surgeons, Inc. from 1985 until the present time. He was board certified in 1980 and he is a fellow of The American Academy of Ophthalmology. He is a member of The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, The American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the Columbus Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Society. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University.

Dr. Robert Bennett's primary interests are in cataract surgery and general ophthalmology. He is a caring and compassionate physician who strives to provide the best of care for his patients.
Dr Bennett is married and he has three children. In his free time he enjoys running, cycling, skiing, and fishing.

Lisa Borkowski, M.D.

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262 Neil Ave.
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-464-3937
Contact: Nicole Matthews

Procedures:
All vitreoretinal procedures

Schooling:
University of Michigan - BS
Michigan State University - MD
Royal Oak Beaumont, MI - Internship
Northwestern University - Fellowship & Residency

John Burns, M.D.

John A. Burns, M.D.

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Dr. John A. Burns is a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University and Ohio State University College of Medicine. He completed his internship at Grant Medical Center and a three-year residency in ophthalmology at Ohio State University. After completing his residency, he served a fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery at the Manhattan Eye & Ear Hospital in New York City. He is board certified in ophthalmology, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and has been elected to membership in the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (he was president of the organization in 1992). Dr. Burns has practiced his subspecialty of ophthalmic plastic surgery in Columbus, Ohio since 1968. He is an active teacher in the Department of Ophthalmology at Ohio State University and holds the faculty rank of Clinical Professor. He has also written numerous medical papers on lid and lacrimal topics, as well as a number of chapters for ophthalmic textbooks. In addition to his teaching credentials, he has served four terms as Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at Grant Medical Center, as well as being a past president of the Grant Medical Staff.

Dr. Burns believes that every patient should be given the best possible care in a compassionate manner.

Kenneth Cahill, M.D.

Kenneth Cahill, M.D.

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262 Neil Avenue, Suite 430
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-221-7464
Fax: 614-221-8117
Website: www.OhioEyeSurgeons.com

Procedures:
Surgery of the eyelids, tear system, and orbit / eye socket
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery

Schooling:
Medical School - The Ohio State University
Internship - Riverside Methodist Hospital
Ophthalmology Residency - University of Pittsburgh
Oculoplastic Fellowship - The Ohio State University, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia / University of Pennsylvania

Louis Chorich III, M.D.

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Midwest Retina, Inc.
500 E. Main Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-233-9500
Fax: 614-233-9501
Toll Free: 1-866-373-8462
Website: www.midwestretina.com

Procedures:
Vitrectomy, Membranectomy, Laser, Scleral Buckle, Enucleation, Aqueous Shunts, Cryotherapy, Cataract Extraction, Intraocular Lens insertion / exchange

Schooling:
MD: The Ohio State University School of Medicine
Internship: Riverside Methodist Hospital
Residency: Ophthalmology, The Ohio State University
Fellowship: Vitreoretinal Surgery, The Ohio State University

Gregory W. DeNaeyer, O.D.

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Education:

• The Ohio State College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry, June 1998
• University of Nebraska, Pre-Optometry, 1990-1994

Residency:

• Chillicothe VAMC and Columbus VAOPC, July 1998 - June 1999.
• Residency in hospital-based optometry.

Arena Eye Surgeons

• Clinical Director
  • Coordinate daily technical staff and operations
• Optometrist
  • Comprehensive eye care
  • Contact lens fitting
  • Specialty contact lens fetting for post surgical, post trauma, and Keratoconus
  • Scleral contact lens fitting
  • Treatment and management of glaucoma
  • Management of post surgical cataract, glaucoma, and cornal transplant patients
  • Evaluation and treatment of dry eye syndrome
  • Low vision rehabilitation

Jack Dingle, M.D.

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262 Neil Ave., Suite 420
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-224-4297 /
1-800-537-2000 (works only within the state of Ohio)

Procedures:
Cataract & implant surgery
Laser & implant refractive surgery
Corneal transplant surgery

Schooling:
Ohio State University School of Medicine
Ohio State University, ophthalmology residency
Associate Professor, Ohio State University
Chief Inspector for Crystalens Implant

Thomas Dingle, M.D.

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Alice Epitropoulos, M.D.

Alice T. Epitropoulos, M.D.

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Alice T. Epitropoulos is a board certified ophthalmologist who specializes in refractive and cataract surgery. She has been performing Laser Vision Correction since 1995 with excellent results. In addition to operating a private practice, Dr. Epitropoulos serves as a clinical assistant professor at Ohio State University.

Currently, Dr. Epitropoulos is conducting research on reducing astigmatism using a new device called the Terry Astigmatome She is the first in the country to use this device to reduce astigmatism at the slit lamp in the office.

She has been actively involved in organized medicine, currently serving on the legislative task force committee to the Ohio State Medical Association. In addition, she is secretary treasurer of the Columbus Medical Association, participates in the physicians free clinic in Columbus, and serves as a medical reviewer for a nation ombudsman program.
Epitropoulos received her bachelor's and medical degree from Ohio State University. She completed her internship at Riverside Methodist Hospital and returned to Ohio State University for her residency in ophthalmology where she served as Chief Resident. She maintains membership, fellowships, and/or diplomatic status with the following groups and associations:

Avrom Epstein, M.D.

Kelly Everman, M.D.

Kelly R. Everman, M.D.

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Dr. Kelly R. Everman specializes as an ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He is a native Ohioan and was raised in the Greater Cincinnati area. After completing his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Louisville, he pursued his formal ophthalmology training at Indiana University where he served as chief resident. He subsequently completed a two year ASOPRS fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery at the Midwest Eye Institute/Interface Aesthetic Surgery Group in Indianapolis, IN. Dr Everman enjoys the diversity of his chosen field with particular interest in eyelid and orbito-facial reconstruction as well as cosmetic facial surgery. His research interests have focused on orbital trauma and Graves/Disease.

Jill Foster, M.D.

Jill Foster, M.D.

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262 Neil Avenue, Suite 420
Columbus,Ohio 43215
Cosmetic Coordinator: 614-827-6712
Website: www.plasticsurgeryohio.com

Procedures:
All facial cosmetic reconstructive & therapeutic eye and facial surgeries

Schooling:
Medical School - University of Illinois
Internship - University of Illinois Hospital
Residency - University of Illinois Eye & Ear Infirmary
Fellowship - University of Pennsylvania, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (Opthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)

Frederick Kapetansky, M.D.

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262 Neil Avenue, Suite 310
Columbus,Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-221-4049
Fax: 614-221-0328
Contact Person: Debbie Fredley, R.N.
Email: FMKapetansky@sbcglobal.net

Procedures:
Trabeculectomy
Glaucoma Drainage Devices
Express Shunt
Surgical Bleb Revisions
Diode Laser
Scleral Grafts

In-Office Procedures:
Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty
Argon / YAG Iridoplasty / iridectomy
Ultrasonic Biomicroscopy
Mitomycin Bleb Revisions
Avastin Injections
YAG Posterior Capsulotomy

Schooling / Credentials:
Residency: The Ohio State University
Medical School: University of Michigan
Undergraduate: University of Michigan
Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
Clinical Professor, Dept. of Ophthalmology, The Ohio State University
Founding member of the American Glaucoma Society

Curtin Kelley, M.D.

Curtin Kelley, M.D.

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Education & Training:

	Miami University: BA in Chemistry, 1974; Gamma Theta Phi Chemistry Honorary
	Ohio State University College of Medicine, 1977 graduate Internship at Bronson and Borgess Hospitals, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 1977-78
	Residency in Ophthalmology at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan - Chief Resident 1982
	Fellowship in Corneal and Anterior Segment Surgery, LSU Eye Center, New Orleans, LA
	Certified to perform laser surgery to treat nearsightedness, astigmatism and farsightedness

Experience:

	Faculty of The Ohio State University for 13 years: Director of Refractive Surgery until 1996
	Currently Associate Clinical Professor at OSU, teaching medical and optometric students and OSU residents.
	Performed over 7000 LASIK surgeries and thousands of PRKs and RKs since he began his refractive surgery practice in 1978.
	Investigator on early NIH and FDA studies of RK and excimer laser refractive surgery.
	Extensive training in LASIK in Shanghai, China in 1996.
	Performed LASIK surgery on Bobby Rahal, Brian Herta, John Cooper, and several former Buckeye Football players, in addition to his own brother and sister-in-law.
	Had PRK and LASIK surgery himself in 1997.

Honors and Awards:

	American Academy of Ophthalmology Fellow, American Board of Ophthalmology Certified.
	International Society of Refractive Surgery: Treasurer, past Secretary and past Program Chair.
	Named one of the Best Doctors In America as published in Columbus Monthly Magazine.
	Twice named one of the Best Doctors In Central Ohio as published in Columbus Monthly Magazine.
	Twice recognized as a VISX Star surgeon, one of the countrys top LASIK surgeons.
	Past President of Columbus EENT Society.
	Examiner, American Board of Ophthalmology.
	OSU Department of Ophthalmology Honor Award Recipient, 1989.
	American Academy of Ophthalmology Honor Award Recipient, 1996.
	Frequent guest lecturer in the area of refractive surgery both nationally and internationally.
	Numerous publications about visual function and healing from refractive and corneal surgery.
	Has trained many local surgeons and has taught numerous courses in LASIK nationally.

Dino Klisovic, M.D.

Dino D. Klisovic, M.D.

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Midwest Retina, Inc.
500 E. Main Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-233-9500
Fax: 614-233-9501
Toll Free: 1-866-373-8462
Website: www.midwestretina.com

Procedures:
Vitrectomy, Membranectomy, Laser, Scleral Buckle, Enucleation, Aqueous Shunts, Cryotherapy, Cataract Extraction, Intraocular Lens insertion / exchange

Schooling:
MD: University of Zagreb, Croatia
Internship: The Ohio State University
Residency: Ophthalmology, The Ohio State University
Fellowship: Vitreoretinal Surgery, Tulane University; Uveitis and Ocular Inflamatory Diseases, Harvard University

Carrie Lembach, D.O.

Carrie Lembach, D.O.

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Education

• Cornea/External Disease Fellow, July 2008, Ohio State University
• Ophthalmology Residency, July 2004-June 2007, Ohio State University
• Preliminary Medicine Transitional Year Internship, July 2003-June 2004, Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, June 2003, Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine (OUCOM), Athens, Ohio
• Bachelor of Science, June, 1999, John Carroll University, Cleveland, Ohio
  Major in Biology with a minor in Sociology, Graduated Cum Laude

Hospital Privileges

• Ohio State University: July 2007- Present
• Nationwide Children's Hospital: August 2007-Present
• Columbus Veteran's Administration Chalmers P. Wylie Independent Outpatient Clinc: July 2007-Present
• Dayton Veteran's Administration Medical Center: August 2007-Present

Distinction/Honors

• Third place Resident Research day: June 2007
• Second place Resident Research day: June 2005
• Sigma Sigma Phi: 2000-Present
  The national osteopathic honor society. Membership is based on outstanding service and academic excellence.
• Honors in Ophthalmology rotation at Ohio State University: August 2002

Research Experience

• "Conventional verses Neutral Pressure in Conductive Keratoplasty." Lembach, et al. presented Resident Research Day, OSU, June 2005
• "Topographic Analysis of Conventional verses Neutral Pressure in Conductive Keratoplasty." Lembach, et al. presented Resident Research Day, OSU, June 2006
• "Long Term Follow-up of the Biomechanical Response to LASIK in Subjects Treated with Two Laser Platforms in a Contralateral Study Design." Lembach et al. presented Resident Research Day, OSU, June 2007

Professional Memberships

• American Medical Association, 1999-Present
• American Osteopathic Association, 1999-Present
• Student Osteopathic Medical Association, 1999-2003
• National Osteopathic Women Physican's Association, 1999-Present
• American Student Medical Association, 1999-Present
• Family Practice Club, 1999-2003
• Sigma Sigma Phi, 2000-Present
• Cranial Academy, 2001-Present
• American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2003-Present
• American Osteopathic Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology, 2003-Present

David M. Lehmann, M.D.

David M. Lehmann, M.D.

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David M. Lehmann, MD is active in the academic, medical, athletic, and general communities. After graduating magna cum laude from Yale University in 1977, Dr. Lehmann went on to earn his medical degree from Ohio State University in 1985. He then completed an internship in Flexible Medicine at Riverside Methodist Hospital before undertaking a residency in ophthalmology at Ohio State University College of Medicine. He then completed a Glaucoma Fellowship through the Eye Consultants of Atlanta, P.C., Department of Ophthalmology. Dr. Lehmann is a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners and is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Lehmann has been involved in numerous research activities and has been repeatedly recognized for his work. In 1985, he received the Eli G. Alcorn Prize in Ophthalmology from Ohio State University College of Medicine. He also won a First Place Research Award at the school's Seventh Annual Resident Alumni Research Symposium. He also received clinical rotations and coursework honors in biochemistry and ophthalmology research during medical school. In addition, Dr. Lehmann earned letters of commendation in cardiology, hematology, gastroenterology, family medicine, infectious diseases, and ophthalmology.

Involved throughout the medical and ophthalmic communities, Dr. Lehmann maintains membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology, EENT Society, Ohio State Ophthalmological Society, Ohio State President's Club, and Grant Medical Center Institutional Review Board. He is Attending Staff at Grant Medical Center, Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Ohio State University, Courtesy Staff at Riverside Methodist Hospital, and Provisional Staff at Mt. Carmel Medical Center.

In addition, Dr. Lehmann is active in the community. Coaching youth soccer and football and volunteering at a number of public health events are only a few of the activities he pursues

Mark Lomeo, M.D.

Mitchel Opremcak, M.D.

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262 Neil Ave., Suite 220
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-464-3937
Toll Free: 1-800-824-6320
Website: www.theretinagroup.com

Procedures:
Vitrectomy
Cryopexy
Laser
Scleral Buckle
Radialoptic Neurotomy
Submacular Surgery
Diabetic Eye Surgery & Laser
Retinal Detachment Repair
Artery Vein Sheathotomy Surgery

Schooling:
Undergrad: The Ohio State University
Medical School: The Ohio State University
Ophthalmology Residency: The Ohio State University
Fellowship: Mass.Eye & Ear / Harvard Medical School

Karl Pappa, M.D.

Karl Pappa, M.D.

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Dr. Karl Pappa, graduated from The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy Summa Cum Laude in 1979. He received his medical degree, Cum Laude from The Ohio State University in 1987. He completed an Ophthalmic Surgery Residency at The Ohio State University and served as Chief Resident from 1990 to 1991. He received fellowship training in glaucoma and anterior segment surgery at the Havener Eye Institute at The Ohio State University from 1991 to 1992.

Since joining the Arena Eye Surgeons in 1992, he has specialized in Glaucoma and Cataract surgery with a special interest in Refractive Surgery. Dr. Karl Pappa is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at The Ohio State University. He enjoys teaching and has lectured extensively in the fields of glaucoma, anterior segment and ocular pharmacology both locally and statewide. He has published articles reflecting his special interest in pharmacologic agents that alter wound healing after eye surgery. This includes a chapter on Corticosteroid Drugs in an Ocular Pharmacology textbook.

Dr. Karl Pappa has performed Corneal Refractive surgery since 1993, mostly for his cataract and glaucoma patients with high astigmatism. His busy glaucoma practice has provided him with a very extensive background in Ophthalmic Laser Surgery. He performs over 600 glaucoma laser surgical procedures annually. This strong laser experience has allowed him to make a very smooth transition into Laser Vision Correction and expand his Refractive Surgery practice. Dr. Pappa has performed Laser Vision Correction since 1996 when the Summit Technology Excimer Laser was first made available at the Grant Laser Center. Since 1997, he has been using the VISX Excimer Laser to treat nearsightedness, astigmatism, and farsightedness. He has been performing the LASIK procedure since 1998. His hard work, intense training and dedication to this expanded area of his practice has greatly benefited his refractive surgery patients, and provided them with excellent surgical outcomes.

He and his wife Michelle have 3 children. He enjoys attending their athletic and school events. Dr. Pappa is an avid runner and has competed in various 10-K and half-marathon races. He also enjoys coaching soccer and baseball, playing golf, bicycling, and traveling.

Chester Ridenour, D.O.

Chester Ridenour, D.O.

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The Retina Group
262 Neil Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: 614-464-3937
Fax: 614-464-0088
Website: www.theretinagroup.com

Procedures:
Vitreoretinal Surgery with special interest in Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Macular Degeneration

Schooling / Credentials:
Undergraduate: University of South Dakota
Medical School: Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: Doctors Hospital / Ohio University
Fellowship: Vitreo-Retinal Surgery - Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

John Stechschulte, M.D.

John Stechschulte, M.D.

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Dr. John Stechschulte graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1977, received his medical degree from The Ohio State University in 1980 and completed an Ophthalmic Surgery Residency at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. There he served as Chief Resident from 1983 to 1984. He received fellowship training in corneal and anterior segment surgery at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute/University of Miami, where he served as an Assistant Professor in 1984 and 1985.

Dr. John Stechschulte is active on numerous committees, professional boards and educational task forces. Since joining the Arena Eye Surgeons in 1985, he has been Director of Corneal Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and was elected to its national council. Dr. Stechschulte is past president of the Ohio Ophthalmological Society, a board member of the Medical Group of Ohio and a member of the International Society of Refractive Surgeons. He is past chairman of Ophthalmology for Grant Medical Center. Dr. Stechschulte is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at The Ohio State University. He is a Board Member of the Central Ohio Lions Eye Bank. He has lectured in the fields of refractive and corneal transplant surgery at Grant Medical Center, OSU Hospitals and various statewide meetings.

Dr. John Stechschulte was part of the original FDA investigator group for excimer refractive surgery from 1992 to 1995. In 1995, he led the Grant Laser Center Summit Technology Excimer program. From 1997 to present, he has been using the VISX excimer laser to treat nearsightedness, astigmatism and farsightedness by LASIK. He has received the 1999 VISX Star surgeon award, as one of the countrys top LASIK surgeons. He frequently participates in training other surgeons in these procedures. Dr. Stechschulte performs laser vision correction on hundreds of patients each year.

He and his wife, Jodi, have 5 children. He enjoys attending their athletic and school events, as well as attending theater, traveling and playing tennis and golf. He also volunteers for the Physicians Free Clinic and Joint Organization for Inner City Needs.

Peter Utrata, M.D.

Peter Utrata, M.D.

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Dr. Peter Utrata, received his M.D. degree from The Ohio State University in 1968. He did his rotating internship at San Joaquin General Hospital in Stockton, California and this was followed by an Ophthalmic Surgery Residency at the Ohio State University. He served two years in the military at Fort Leonard Wood Army Hospital and served as Chief of Ophthalmology there.

Dr. Peter Utrata has been in private practice from 1974 to the present time at Arena Eye Surgeons, Inc. He is on the attending staff at Grant Hospital and is also a Clinical Associate Professor at The Ohio State University. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and is Board Certified. Dr. Utrata has been a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery since 1983. He is also a member of the Columbus Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Society, American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Medical Association.

Dr. Peter Utrata has performed Corneal Refractive Surgeries for the past 20 years. He was the first surgeon in the area to implement the Corneal Optical Wedge Resection in 1979. He has been an invited speaker nationally and internationally, especially in regard to Implant Surgery. He also has lectured on Astigmatic Keratotomy. He was among the first to implant lenses along with cataract surgery in 1975 and was the first surgeon in Ohio to implant the foldable intraocular lens. Dr. Utrata was the first Ohio surgeon to implant the Staar Surgical Implantable Contact Lens. Dr. Utrata has been performing laser refractive surgery since 1996, including the LASIK procedure since mid-1998.

Dr. Utrata is involved in charity work and was past Chairman of Project Hope. He is married and has two grown children. He enjoys boating, woodworking and travel.