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Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout James Hackley
Biography
Originally from Zanesville, Ohio, Dr James A. Hackley grew up in a large family of seven and graduated with honors as salutatorian from West Muskingum High School in 1997. Dr Hackley then attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio and graduated with a bachelor of science in biology with a minor in chemistry in 2001. After undergraduate studies, Dr Hackley worked in quality control as a lab technician at Colgate-Palmolive and Ecolab. It was during this time that Dr Hackley realized that he wanted to go back into medicine and healthcare, so he worked as an optometric technician for 5 years at Southwest Eyecare in Grove City, Ohio, while attending The Ohio State University College of Optometry. During optometry school, Dr Hackley served at the vice president of his class, worked with the honor code council, and participated in the sports vision club.
After optometry school, Dr Hackley completed a residency at the Columbus/Chillicothe Veterans Medical Centers specializing in ocular disease, where he presented a continuing education lecture for the Ohio Optometric Association. Following residency, Dr Hackley worked and volunteered for the One Sight Programs that provided free vision exams and spectacles for underserved populations of all ages. Dr Hackley is an active member of the American Optometric Association and Ohio Optometric Association and has worked with the Lion’s Club of Delaware County, Salvation Army of Franklin County, and Faith Mission in Columbus to provide eye exams for underserved populations in the Columbus Metro area. Once a year, Dr Hackley volunteers for The Special Olympics in Columbus, Ohio and assists with vision screenings.
Current specialties include: primary ocular care, contact lens fitting, ocular disease management, and surgical co-management. In his spare time, Dr Hackley enjoys landscaping, exploring metro parks with his two springer spaniels, traveling to the beach, and day trips to Cedar Point.
Locations
- Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute, Mansfield
- 484 Park Avenue West, Mansfield, OH 44906
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- Ashland Ophthalmology/Sugarbush Eye and Laser Centre
- 21 Sugarbush Court, Ashland, OH 44805
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- Cole Eye Institute, Loudonville
- 637 North Union Street, Loudonville, OH 44842
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Residency: Columbus/ Chillicothe VAMC, 2010
- Graduate School: The Ohio State University College of Optometry, 2009
- Undergraduate: Ohio University, 2001
Professional Memberships
American Optometric Association
Ohio Optometric Association
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2026-04-07, Dr. Hackley has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
148 ratings, 11 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 5/20/2026
Great provider! Always shows compassion and understanding. He''s very knowledgeable and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
The doctor patiently listened to and answered my questions. He also said twice to call if I had any problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Since I arrived at Cleveland Clinic they were very kind with the care, Dr. James was very attentive and kind... Thank you all very much
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
The doctor did a thorough examination of my eyes, explained their current condition and discussed treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Dr. James Hackley was very professional and I liked how calm he was. He avoids creating unnecessary anxiety.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr James Hackney was very professional, thorough in his explanations and results, and very gentle in his exam! I was very impressed and would highly recommend him to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr. Hackley saw me on extremely short notice, and I appreciate that he did so.He was very patient and answered all of my questions. His medical advice was correct, and I could tell that he cared about my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Very impressed with thoroughness of exam, explaining in terms I could understand. Great Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Doctor was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Very through experience. Dr was great explaining things.