Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleEducation & Board Certifications
Education
- Medical Education: The Ohio State University College of Optometry, 2014
- Undergraduate: Baldwin Wallace College, 2006
Research & Publications
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
412 ratings, 61 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2026
Very attentive and easy to talk to. Would highly recommend Dr. Zurkey.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2026
Such a great Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2026
Dr. Zurkey always addresses any questions I have
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2026
Friendly staff. Dr Zurkey takes his time and made me feel very comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2026
Dr . Zurkey is very professional, courteous, and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2026
I LOVE Dr. Zurkey!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2026
Will always use Dr Zurkey
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
Dr. Zurkey is an excellent doctor. He explains things thoroughly and answers all questions. He is knowledgeable and has excellent bedside manners. Wonderful doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
She was very nice and cheerful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Terrific care and support from the doctor. No being rushed. Answered every question clearly. Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
I would recommend my eye Doctor to my friends and family
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
I have already recommended him to others, as he was very informative with my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
Dr. Zurkey is personable and cares about his patients concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
I was very happy about the overall experience of my visit. I was extremely happy that I was able to make an appointment the same day I called. The Doctor was thorough in his exam. I was very satisfied with my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
He''s a great doctor, very easy to get along with
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
CLEVELAND CLINIC IS FORTUNATE TO HAVE DR ZURKEY ON THEIR STAFF.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
The staff and Dr. Zurkey were all compassionate and intelligent health care workers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Dr.Z is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr Zurkey is very knowledgeable, professional, and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Only concern is that the Dr seemed quite rushed, which in turn made me feel a bit anxious.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr. Zurkey was very thorough in understanding my problem and openly discussing his views the problem and suggestions to mitigate the problems. Very good patient interactions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr. Zurkey is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr. Zurkey is thorough and kind in his explanations. Great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Great doctor! Very caring, concerned, and knowledgeable. Very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr. Zurkey has a great bedside manner and was very approachable for any questions that I had. Very pleasant and just a great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr took his time to explain results and movement forward. He was friendly and encouraging.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr Z is very approachable and a good communicator
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Dr Zurkey is friendly, attentive and professional. He's a gem!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Very professional and informative. They made me feel very comfortable, like I was a long time patient. Would recommend Dr. Zurkey and his staff to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Dr. Zurkey was professional, courteous, caring and answered my questions. He gave me results from my tests and what to expect in future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
He is an excellent doctor. And
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Dr zurkey is so sweet, very professional, kind, explains everything in non rushed way!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Loved the doctor he seemed to know his stuff but the wait was way to long.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Dr. Zurkey and staff are great! Highly recommend!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
I felt very comfortable with Zurkey and his team. When my current Primary eye Dr returns I'll see about moving to this one.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
First appt with Dr. Zurkey. Very competent, thorough, and affable. Good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Dr. Zurchey is a great doctor with a pleasant personality. My husband and I are glad to have him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Zurkey is absolutely amazing. He is very kind and easy to talk to
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Dr Zurkey always explains test results and prognosis for same
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
I have recommended Dr Zurkey to several of my friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
I really like Dr Zurkey. He speaks so I can hear him and he faces me when he speaks to me and not his computer. He takes his time and never makes me feel like I'm asking stupid questions or that I'm wasting his time. He has great bedside manners and is very kind. I have recommended him to several of my friends and they like him very much too.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
I thought I'd was very nice that after all of the dtaff had finished with me and I was ready to see the doctor Dr Zurkey himself came to escort me to the examining room. And I saw him do this with several patients. Very comforting.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
I was very impressed with the care Dr. Zurkey took in my eye examination. He was also very honest about possible diagnoses and the fact that he was referring me to a retina specialist to hopefully get a definitive diagnosis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
This young physician is very good. Good listener, explains everything. He does a very good examination and talks directly to me and not his computer screen. He's very likable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Right now I only use the eye clinic at chestnut commons, but in all the years I've been going there. I have never had a problem and dr zurkey has always been great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Dr Zurkey is top notch but the other staff need additional training
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
I made the appointment with the goal of obtaining a letter allowing me to tint my windshield to reduce glare. Dr.Zurkey came into the room with his mind already made up that he would not. I felt that he allowed a personal opinion towards tinted windshields guide his decision rather than a valid clinical concern
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
I would highly recommend Dr Zurkey to my friends and family
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr Zurkey and staff are GREAT!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
He explained what he saw during my exam and explained to me when to call him if any problems developed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Dr Zurkey was very thorough and informative, as well as extremely personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Dr took his time answering MY questions. And offered his knowledge of why diabetic exams are needed. He also explained cataracts and how the developed. Never knew everyone is born with them. (Thanks God, but I'll pass next time.)
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr. Zurkey is very pleasant and informative. I would highly recommend him to my friends!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr Zurkey is a great provider He explains everything in his very kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Totally impressed with the staff and of course the dr. They explained everything, every test was explained. The dr. Was so very impressive. After my exam, he explained the options I had with my vision concerns. He explained the process of improving my vision and said everyone needs a coach for this decision. I checked with my friend who had this procedure done and he said he was very impressed with the results. Of course I am old and tend to worry (a lot) The dr was very positive and alleviated my concerns. I am glad I had my eyes checked by the CC. Thanks doc and all the nice people I met.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr. Zurkey is very efficient and professional, besides being very pleasant. Please have the scheduling process allow this Dr time with his patients. Right now they are piling up with long wait times and this is not a reflection on the Dr. Reevaluate scheduling process for this busy clinic please!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr. Zurkey is always professional and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr Zurkey was professional, compassionate, and knowledgeable. I appreciated all his explanations very much. Robert also was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr. Zurkey truly cares about his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr Zurkey is one of the BEST!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Excellent doctor ,very patient & fully explained my issues - maybe the best eye exam that I had ever experienced .