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Your Trusted Partner for Advanced Eye Care Solutions
Valley Eye Institute has been a leading provider of eye and vision care in Western Ohio for over 30 years. Our team of highly experienced eye doctors includes specialists in every field of eye care, offering personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Affiliated with the EyeCare Partners network, we combine extensive training, certification, and experience to deliver advanced eye care with a personal touch.Our commitment to excellence ensures patients receive the highest quality of personalized care, including innovative solutions for complex cases. We prioritize understanding each patient's vision goals and health history to create customized care plans that enhance vision and improve lives through advanced treatment and personalized attention.
Services
Cataract Surgery
LASIK
Glaucoma Treatment
Diabetic Eye Exams
Dry Eye Therapy
Eyelid Surgery
Retinal Care
Comprehensive Eye Exams
BOTOX Injections
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of experience in Western Ohio
- Team of certified ophthalmologists and optometrists
- Personalized care tailored to individual needs
- Affiliated with EyeCare Partners network
- Advanced technology for precise diagnostics and treatment
What people say
Highly professional staff
Best eye doctor I've encountered
Efficient and personalized care
Expertise in complex cases
Compassionate and thorough
Services
Cataract Surgery
Our advanced cataract surgery removes clouded lenses and replaces them with premium intraocular lenses. Using bladeless laser technology, we ensure precise treatment for improved vision clarity and reduced dependency on glasses. Patients benefit from personalized IOL selection and comprehensive pre/post-operative care.
LASIK
Custom LASIK procedures correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism using wavefront-guided lasers. Our surgeons perform thorough evaluations to ensure optimal candidacy, delivering 20/20 vision results for most patients with minimal recovery time.
Glaucoma Management
We offer comprehensive glaucoma treatment including selective laser trabeculoplasty and minimally invasive surgical options. Regular monitoring and tailored medication regimens help control intraocular pressure to prevent optic nerve damage and vision loss.
Diabetic Eye Exams
Specialized diabetic retinopathy screenings use advanced imaging to detect early vascular changes. Our team coordinates with primary care physicians for comprehensive management of diabetes-related eye complications through timely interventions.
Dry Eye Therapy
Targeted treatments address meibomian gland dysfunction and aqueous deficiency. From LipiFlow thermal pulsation to prescription anti-inflammatory therapies, we develop multi-modal approaches to restore tear film stability and alleviate chronic discomfort.
People
Adam H.H. Altman
M.D.
Dr. Altman specializes in cataract and refractive surgery with over 20 years of experience. He combines advanced surgical techniques with personalized patient education to optimize visual outcomes for Western Ohio residents.
Jeffrey M. Ward
O.D.
Dr. Ward provides comprehensive eye exams and manages complex ocular diseases. His expertise in glaucoma and diabetic eye care ensures thorough, evidence-based treatment plans for long-term vision health.
Troy D. Bornhorst
O.D., M.S.
Dr. Bornhorst focuses on medical eye care and post-operative management. With a master's in physiological optics, he delivers precise diagnoses and treatment for anterior segment conditions.
Jim Rademacher
M.D.
Dr. Rademacher specializes in retinal diseases and complex cataract cases. His clinical approach emphasizes early detection and innovative interventions for macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Jay Egolf
M.D.
Dr. Egolf offers expertise in glaucoma surgery and comprehensive ophthalmology. He implements both medical and surgical solutions to preserve vision in patients with elevated intraocular pressure.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major vision and medical insurance plans, including FSA and HSA accounts. Contact our office for specific coverage details.
Do you offer emergency eye care?
For urgent eye conditions like retinal detachment, we prioritize same-day consultations and coordinate immediate treatment when necessary.
What advanced technologies do you use?
We utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic tools including optical coherence tomography (OCT) and femtosecond laser technology for precise cataract surgery.
How often should I get an eye exam?
Adults should have annual exams, especially those with diabetes, hypertension, or family eye disease history. Children need exams at 6 months and 3 years.
What dry eye treatments are available?
We offer LipiFlow, IPL therapy, and prescription treatments for chronic dry eye, targeting both symptoms and underlying causes like MGD.
Reviews (2)
Tara Klofta
Jul 29, 2021
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Dr. Ward has a great bedside manner & addresses all patient questions. His staff is knowledgeable & helpful. I will definitely send friends & family to this office.
Angela Hersh
Dec 26, 2016
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Horrible service. Waiting times that are commonly 3+ hours. Conflicting, inconsistent information from the various doctors and staff. Very poor experience.
