Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleLocations
- Express and Outpatient Care, Cole Eye Institute, Green
- 1587 Boettler Road, Suite 110, Uniontown, OH 44685
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- Medical Office Building, Akron
- 1 Park West Boulevard, Akron, OH 44320
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Undergraduate: Northwestern University
- Residency: Summa Health System, 2013
- Internship: MetroHealth Medical Center, 2010
- Medical Education: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, 2009
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2015
Research & Publications
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As of 2026-03-23, Dr. Paparizos has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
359 ratings, 27 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 Stella Paparizos is excellent. I feel fortunate to have her as my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
Dr. Paparizos has been doing an excellent job helping me manage my eye care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr. Paparizos is excellent: calm, knowledgeable, not an alarmist, explains well and Is friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr. Paparizos is an outstanding physician. Her attention to details and care for her patients is obvious in the time she takes to review information including asking questions to further understand issues. Her knowledge and explanation of her analysis has been informative and leads to recommendations that are sound and work to address my issues. The nursing assistants are pleasant and thorough in their explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr Paparizos is a Brilliant and caring Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
I have already recommended Doctor and this facility to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr. Paparizos has worked collaboratively with me to monitor and treat my visual issues. I appreciate her exemplary skill level and recommendations to manage my eye issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
A stellar Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr. Stella has a great bedside manner, very thorough, and explains next best steps quite well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr. Paparizos is an excellent glaucoma ophthalmologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr is the best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
This doctor is almost indescribably first-class across the board!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Dr. Paparizos is very good. She explains everything & takes time to answer all questions & concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr P is outstanding, thank you Dr P. !!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Had a good discussion about upcoming cataract surgery with Dr P-she was very helpful!
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
The appointment was rushed, I am assuming because she was running behind. She didnt really explain my diagnosis all that well or explain the symptoms I was having.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
She's awesome. Smart. Kind. Intelligent. Listens. Beautiful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr. Paparizos takes the time to answer any questions and fully explain treatment options and expectations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Paparizos's was outstanding in her ability to problem solve the vision issue I have been having. Her recommendation helped me with minimizing the double vision I have been having g.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
I like Dr Stella. She makes me feel at ease and doesn't rush me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
I have always received great care from all Cleveland Clinic physicians. They take the time to listen to any concerns & they explain & answer all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
I would recommend the Cole Eye Institute to family and friends. The office personal are friendly and kind.. DR. Paparoios is wonderful. She explained everything in detail and has a great bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Dr. P. Was very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Thank you Dr P
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. P is the best, no issues in the office today
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr Stella is fantastic. Very thorough, explains everything clearly, kind, courteous and professional!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
She listened to my concerns about a possible allergic reaction I have been dealing with. She explained a possible issue I may have developed from my current eye drops. She prescribed a different eye drop to use after four days of healing from previous prescription.