An estimated three million Americans have glaucoma, the second leading cause of blindness nationally and worldwide. The disease can strike anyone at any age and often has no symptoms. As a result, many people with glaucoma don’t realize they have it. At Yale, our top priority is to preserve sight. We provide world-class, comprehensive care for glaucoma, including the most severe and difficult-to-treat cases. Our internationally renowned physicians are expert in all aspects of glaucoma, from diagnosis and treatment to surgery. Our glaucoma practice is an early adopter of new technology and techniques. We were the first glaucoma specialists in the area to introduce computerized perimetry—a machine that tests all aspects of sight, including peripheral vision—and cameras that snap 3-D images of the optic nerve. Yale’s ophthalmologists employ a variety of cutting-edge techniques and treatments, including the latest in 3-D X-rays, imaging, and laser surgery.

At Yale, our ophthalmologists offer patients a unique combination of world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research. We provide comprehensive eye care, from routine exams to diagnosis and treatment of the most complex and challenging eye conditions and diseases. Our patients have access to world-renowned subspecialty expertise both within ophthalmology and other areas of medicine.

Yale ophthalmologists are committed to addressing the most complex eye problems with vision-saving care. We provide a complete range of services that address minor problems like pink eye to major diseases and conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. We provide medical and surgical care for retinal disease, strabismus, and uveitis, as well as reconstructive and aesthetic ophthalmic plastic surgery and pediatric ophthalmology. Our patient-friendly clinic includes on-site services such as corneal topography, electrophysiologic testing, fluorescein angiography, fundus photography, lasers, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and visual fields. Our practice includes not only highly esteemed physicians, but also world-renowned researchers, which means our patients have access to the latest treatments and advances. Specialized care is offered in the following areas: Comprehensive eye care Cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery Diabetic eye care Glaucoma Neuro-ophthalmology Ocular immunology/uveitis Ocular oncology Optometry and contact lenses Orbital and reconstructive ophthalmic plastic surgery Pediatric ophthalmology Retina, macula, and vitreous diseases New injectable treatments for macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy to slow or halt vision loss Complex retina surgeries; specialized retina evaluation and care, including laser treatment for premature newborns; medical and surgical care of diabetic retinopathy and macular diseases Cataract surgery with optional premium lenses; donor and artificial corneal transplants Specialty fitting of contact lenses for aphakic adult and pediatric patients, corneal transplant patients, and keratoconus patients Complete spectrum of orbital and reconstructive ophthalmic plastic surgery and cosmetic eye surgery