Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- Ashland Ophthalmology/Sugarbush Eye and Laser Centre
- 21 Sugarbush Court, Ashland, OH 44805
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- Cole Eye Institute, Streetsboro
- 9424 State Route 14, Streetsboro, OH 44241
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- i Building - Cole Eye Institute
- 2022 East 105th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106
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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
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 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 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 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr Yuan is very professional and provides great care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Really like Dr yuan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Cole Eye Institute is lucky to have Dr. Yuan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Dr snd staff great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
Dr. Yuan is a very compassionate , and empathetic individual, as is his staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Recommended by my brother and always tell everyone how great it is at Cole Eye Zinstitute.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr Yuan is very good and quickly began treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
The doctor is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr Yuan goes above and beyond always!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Dr. Yuan is outstanding!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Very Good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. Yuan was fantastic. He was courteous and respectful of my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
The doctor is great and glad he is my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Dr. Yuan is the absolute best eye doctor ever!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Always an excellent experience with Dr. Yuan and the entire staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr.yuan has kept my sight good for years im so very grateful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Really like Dr Yuan. Very thorough and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Very satisfied, being a first time patient at this location and with this doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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.