The 20 Best Cataract Doctors Near Me in Akron, OH

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The 20 Best Cataract Doctors near Akron, OH

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 40 doctor with experience in Cataract near Akron, OH. Of these, 15 are Advanced, 14 are Experienced and 11 are Distinguished.

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    Anita Dash
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Express And Outpatient Care, Cole Eye Institute, Green

    1587 Boettler Road, Suite 110, 
    Uniontown, OH 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anita Dash is an Ophthalmologist in Uniontown, Ohio. Dr. Dash is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma.

    Kimberly Cingle
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Express And Outpatient Care, Cole Eye Institute, Green

    1587 Boettler Road, Suite 110, 
    Uniontown, OH 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kimberly Cingle is an Ophthalmologist in Uniontown, Ohio. Dr. Cingle has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Summit Ophthalmology Inc

    1 Park West Blvd Ste 150, 
    Akron, OH 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Ellison is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Ellison is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Meibomianitis.

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    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    CEI Physicians PSC, LLC

    518 West Avenue, 
    Tallmadge, OH 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicole Beharry is an Ophthalmologist in Tallmadge, Ohio. Dr. Beharry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. Beharry is currently accepting new patients.

    Stella Paparizos
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Express And Outpatient Care, Cole Eye Institute, Green

    1587 Boettler Road, Suite 110, 
    Uniontown, OH 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stella Paparizos is an Ophthalmologist in Uniontown, Ohio. Dr. Paparizos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Interstitial Keratitis, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Douglas Ripkin
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Cole Eye Institute, Streetsboro

    9424 State Route 14, 
    Streetsboro, OH 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Ripkin is an Ophthalmologist in Streetsboro, Ohio. Dr. Ripkin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    The Surgical Eye Care Center

    95 Arch St Ste 120, 
    Akron, OH 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Repko is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Repko has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Presbyopia, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Novus Clinic

    518 West Ave, 
    Tallmadge, OH 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Todd Beyer is an Ophthalmologist in Tallmadge, Ohio. Dr. Beyer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, and Cataract.

    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Summit Ophthalmology Inc

    1 Park West Blvd Ste 150, 
    Akron, OH 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Cannatti is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Cannatti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina.

    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    The Glaucoma Center Inc.

    1 Park West Blvd Ste 310, 
    Akron, OH 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nancy Awender is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Awender is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Blepharitis, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    1 Park West Blvd, Suite 150, 
    Akron, OH 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Burket is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Burket is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    The Center For Surgery

    789 Graham Rd, 
    Cuyahoga Falls, OH 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Davis is an Ophthalmologist in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Dr. Davis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Mark D Pifer & Chris A Calaway

    31 Conservatory Dr, 
    Barberton, OH 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Starkey is an Ophthalmologist in Barberton, Ohio. Dr. Starkey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Akron Children's Hospital Path

    1 Perkins Sq, 
    Akron, OH 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Hertle is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Hertle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are X-Linked Infantile Nystagmus, Brown Syndrome, Albinism, and Strabismus.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Summit Oncology Associates Inc

    75 Arch St Ste 202, 
    Akron, OH 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harold Cohen is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Blepharitis.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Summit Oncology Associates Inc

    75 Arch St Ste 202, 
    Akron, OH 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bette Anderson is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Blepharitis, Glaucoma, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Summa Health Medical Group

    75 Arch St Ste 202, 
    Akron, OH 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amina Husain is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Husain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Pterygium, and Eyelid Drooping.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Summa Health Medical Group

    75 Arch St Ste 202, 
    Akron, OH 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Chiang is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Chiang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Meibomianitis, and Eyelid Bump.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Summa Health Opthalmology-1260 Independence Ave

    1260 Independence Ave, 
    Akron, OH 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Bohl is an Ophthalmologist in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Bohl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy, Blepharitis, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Novus Clinic

    518 West Ave, 
    Tallmadge, OH 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Stephens is an Ophthalmologist in Tallmadge, Ohio. Dr. Stephens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Cataract?

    A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye.

    When should I see a Cataract doctor near Akron, OH?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Cataract doctor near Akron, OH?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Cataract doctors near Akron, OH?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Cataract doctors near Akron, OH?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Cataract doctor near Akron, OH?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Cataract doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cataract doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Cataract doctor near Akron, OH?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Cataract doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Cataract doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Cataract doctors near Akron, OH?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cataract doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Cataract doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cataract doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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