Department

Ophthalmology

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Boston University Eye Associates (BUEA) offers routine eye examinations as well as a wide array of diagnostic evaluations and treatments for patients of all ages with eye conditions such as cataracts, ocular surface disorders, glaucoma, dry eye, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.  If necessary, ophthalmologists perform surgical treatments for the most common conditions and refer patients to specialists if other testing or treatment might be needed.

Leading Expertise

Over 42,000 patients

treated per year across our multiple locations

Two surgeons named as Top Docs

on Boston Magazine's 2024 list

Offering all ophthalmology subspecialties

making us one of the most comprehensive practices in the region

Locations and Contact
Ophthalmology Department
850 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118
3rd Floor
Yawkey Center
617.414.4020

Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Get Directions Call Us at 617.414.4020
BUEA Brockton
22 Christy’s Drive Brockton, MA 02301
BUEA Brockton
508.588.3060

Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Get Directions Call Us at 508.588.3060
BUEA Middleboro
511 West Grove Street #102 Middleboro, MA 02346
BUEA Middleboro - Southeast Health Center
508.947.8868

Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Get Directions Call Us at 508.947.8868
BUEA Taunton
North Woods Medical Center 2005 Bay Street, Suite 206 Taunton, MA 02780
BUEA Taunton
508.823.7473

Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Get Directions Call Us at 508.823.7473
BU Eye Surgery Center
90 New State Hwy 7 Raynham, MA 02767
BU Eye Surgery Center
508.822.8839

Monday – Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Get Directions Call Us at 508.822.8839

Explore the Department

Programs and Clinics

Comprehensive Ophthalmology Service

Our Comprehensive Ophthalmology Service offers a wide array of evaluations and treatments for eye conditions, including surgical treatment.

Glaucoma Program

Our Glaucoma Service provides early diagnosis and comprehensive treatment options for this condition, so you can keep as much sight as possible.

Low Vision Services

Our Low Vision Services team cares for those with a reduction in their vision that is not correctable by surgery, conventional eyeglasses, or contact lenses. Our goal is to help p…

Neuro-Ophthalmology

Neuro-ophthalmology brings together neurology and ophthalmology care to address the relationship between the eye and the brain and provide diagnosis and treatment for conditions t…

Oculo-Plastics Program

Our team specializes in cosmetic eyelid procedures and can provide a customized approach that takes eye health, vision benefits, and appearance into account.

Optometry Service

Our Optometry Service provides comprehensive primary eye care to patients of all ages. This includes diagnosing and treating eye diseases and vision problems, and providing referr…

Pediatric Ophthalmology

Our team specializes in pediatric eye conditions, so you can always be sure that your child is getting the right care as we guide your family through diagnosis to treatment and re…

Retina Service

Our Retina Service offers complete diagnosis and treatment, including state-of-the-art surgical care, for diseases of the retina and vitreous.

Education and Training

Ophthalmology Residency

The BMC ophthalmology residency aims to produce comprehensive clinical ophthalmologists who possess not only clinical knowledge and surgical skills, but also the judgement, confidence, and independence to succeed in a variety of career choices. Residents will gain experience in routine and urgent eye care cases as well as eye surgery.

Learn More about Our Ophthalmology Residency

Ophthalmology Fellowships

BMC’s ophthalmology department offers two fellowships: a two-year combined research and clinical fellowship in vitreo-retinal diseases and surgery and a one-year clinical fellowship in glaucoma. The vitreo-retinal disease fellowship provides comprehensive training in both medical retina and vitreo-retinal surgery. The glaucoma fellowship provides comprehensive training in both the medical and surgical management of glaucoma.

Learn More about Our Ophthalmology Fellowships

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