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Alex Yuan

Alex Yuan, MD, PhD

Retina and Vitreous Diseases

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. Ashland Ophthalmology/Sugarbush Eye and Laser Centre
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  2. Cole Eye Institute, Streetsboro
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  3. i Building - Cole Eye Institute
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Education & Board Certifications

Education

  • Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 2012
  • Residency: Jules Stein Eye Institute, University of California School of Medicine, 2010
  • Internship: Forest Park Hospital, 2005
  • Medical Education: Washington University School of Medicine, 2004
  • Undergraduate: Cornell University, 1995

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2012

Awards

  • Cole Eye Fellow Teaching Award 2012
  • Cole Eye Fellow Research Award 2012
  • Heed Fellowship Award 2010
  • Nesburn Research Award 2010
  • UCLA Excellence in Research Award 2007
  • Co-investigator NIH R21 Grant 2007
  • Oppenheimer Family Foundation Grant 2007
  • William Ellis Vision Research Prize 2004
  • Spencer T. and Ann W. Olin Fellowship 2003

Professional Memberships

The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology; American Academy of Ophthalmology; American Society of Retina Specialists; The Society of Heed Fellows

Research & Publications

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As of 2026-03-20, Dr. Yuan has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

350 ratings, 41 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/13/2026

    Dr. Yuan and his staff are excellent. All medical staff were professional, skilled, and explained each step clearly.I highly recommend this doctor for any retina needs!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/30/2026

    Dr Yuan is very professional and provides great care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/30/2026

    Dr Yuan is very honest and to the point. Upmost respect for him. He doesn''t beat around the bush and is straight forward. I don''t always hear what I''d like but that''s exactly why I see him. He''s truly amazing. The doctor that was in with me prior to him I believe her last name started with a D. I apologize. She was equally as amazing. Conversed with me and listened to me and addressed anything I asked her. Very kind and pleasant

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Staff work''s very well together - all are professional and attentive to their patients and Dr.Yuan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Really like Dr yuan

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Cole Eye Institute is lucky to have Dr. Yuan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Dr snd staff great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Dr Yuan is a pleasure to visit! Aside from the fact that he is a superior eye surgeon, he is quite personable and always takes time to listen to me and is open to conversation. He has asked me if I would prefer to be transferred to an eye specialist closer to my home and I always give him the same answer: I want to see you and the drive is not that bad.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Dr Alex Yuan is the best doctor I ever had in the clinic concerning my eyes. I had an issue that was 1 in 100 experiences that people have.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    I live three hours away from Cleveland but I am choosing to return and make Dr Yuan my care provider for my eyes. I like him but more importantly I trust this man with my vision

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Cole Eye Institute is very impressive. My visit with Dr. Yuan and the other Dr., whose name escapes me, we're informative, very thorough and everything was explained to me in detail. They both took the time to answer my questions and attempted to easy my fear and apprehension.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Dr. Yuan is very personable, doesn't talk over my head and answers any questions I have. He and his staff work very well together as a team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Dr. Yuan answered all of my questions very well & listened attentively and gave a recommendation for a colleague in Vanderbilt Hospital, which is much closer to my home.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Dr. Yuan is a very compassionate , and empathetic individual, as is his staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    It was a lot of info to take in at one time, also I was surprised about the fact there was more than one issue going on with my eyes. I felt Dr. Yuan explained it all well and asked if I had questions. At the time I did not absorb it all so I did not ask too many questions, so he went over it again that was helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Recommended by my brother and always tell everyone how great it is at Cole Eye Zinstitute.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Dr Yuen is the best and his assistant Sam is so kind. Great team. My mom has been going to Dr. Yuen for a few years. She has vascular dementia and they treat her very well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Dr Yuan is very good and quickly began treatment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    The doctor is wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr. Yuan was upfront and discussed the course of action completely with me. I had questions and he took the time to address them. He is very professional and compassionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr Yuan goes above and beyond always!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Dr. Yuan is outstanding!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Very Good doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    In spite of his very busy practice I've never felt rushed by Dr Yuan. I am very pleased with the care I got.My only complaint Is that in spite of this very busy practice and sometimes the wait is longer than I'd like.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Dr. Yuan was fantastic. He was courteous and respectful of my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    I really appreciated It when Dr. Yuan finished his exam, sat down, looked me in the eyes and asked me if I had any questions or concerns before he left the room.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    The doctor is great and glad he is my doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr. Yuan is the absolute best eye doctor ever!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Dr. Yuan always explains everything and this visit he said he would work things out if my future appointment with Dr. Ripkin didnt work. Very grateful for him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    I have no problems or issues with Dr. Yuan and the care he is providing. I do have an issue with other treatments for an unrelated problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Always an excellent experience with Dr. Yuan and the entire staff!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Dr.yuan has kept my sight good for years im so very grateful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Doctor Yuan has always been patient, caring and willing to take time to explain and answer all questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Dr Yuan is also a pleasure to work with. He has given me great treatment plans for my underlying conditions. Took something that was pretty scary to me and put me at ease from day 1.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Really like Dr Yuan. Very thorough and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    First visit with Dr. Yuan and I was very impressed. He took his time, gave good explanations and listened to me. My injection went off without a hitch.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    Very satisfied, being a first time patient at this location and with this doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    I couldn't be in a better place for my eye care. Dr. Yuan is a very caring person.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    Again, it was a very busy day at this office. I like Dr. Yuan and feel confident in his capabilities. Because mine is a pretty routine issue with aging eyes, I feel that I really didn't have a chance to have questions answered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    Doctor Yuan is the best ! Always willing to explain and listen . Extremely intelligent with humility , a wonderful combination ! In my profession, I wrote many curriculum vitaes . Doctor Yuan is at the top of his profession but maintains a compassion for his patients and his demeanor is excellent ! The Cleveland Clinic is very fortunate !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Only knock is the availability of Dr. Yuan. He's awesome, but only available on Thursdays in Ashland. Again, not really anyone's fault, just the state of affairs.