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Sumit Sharma

Sumit Sharma, MD

UveitisRetina and Vitreous Diseases

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult

Languages

  • Hindi
  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. Medical Office Building, Akron
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  2. i Building - Cole Eye Institute
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Education & Board Certifications

Education

  • Fellowship: Moorfields Eye Hospital, 2016
  • Fellowship: Duke University Eye Center, 2015
  • Residency: Cleveland Clinic, 2013
  • Internship: Henry Ford Hospital, 2010
  • Medical Education: Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, 2009
  • Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins Hospital, 2004

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2015

Awards

  • Ronald G. Michels Award
  • Heed Award
  • Association for Research and Vision in Ophthalmology Travel Grant
  • Cole Eye Resident Research Award
  • Cleveland Clinic Research Grant
  • Cleveland Clinic International Education Grant
  • Howard Hughes Research Fellow

Professional Memberships

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

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists collaborate with industry to advance medical breakthroughs. These partnerships help commercialize discoveries for public benefit while maintaining scientific integrity. To ensure transparency and minimize potential bias, Cleveland Clinic reviews these relationships and publicly discloses when physicians/scientists receive significant compensation for consulting, serve in fiduciary roles, receive royalties, or hold equity interests related to their work. We manage potential conflicts through approval processes, annual reporting, and targeted management plans.

As of 2026-04-01, Dr. Sharma has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.

Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Sharma receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:

  • Merck & Co., Inc.
  • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • Astellas Pharma US, Inc.
  • Eyepoint Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • Genentech, Inc
  • Roche (Hoffman-La Roche, Ltd.)

Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.

* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.

Insurances Accepted

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

398 ratings, 43 reviews

The 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.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/7/2026

    Dr D''Souza and Dr Sharma were both exceptional. They genuinely listened to my issue and both had exceptional skills and expertise in addressing my eye issue.

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

    Excellent professional care as always by Dr Sharma

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Dr Sharma listens, answers questions appropriately, encouraging

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    Dr. Sharma explained things that no other eye doctor has

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    Dr. Sharma was wonderful. He took time to explain everything & even put me on a new med & explained about that too.

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

    Dr Sharma is a very good listener and is ver empathetic and helpful

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

    Dr. Sharma saved my vision

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

    Dr. Sharma is my favorite doctor EVER. He answers questions. He looks me in the eye. But he was especially great this time. I told him I was concerned about my vision and thought I needed new glasses. He instantly reassured me it was because we stretched the time between shots and now we know to keep it at 9 weeks. Very reassuring. I totally trust him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    Dr Sharma was fantastic. The office has become much more efficient and wait times have decreased significantly. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    I am fortunate to have a good doctor in whom I have confidence.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Dr Sharma's office always makes it as easy as they can with how insanely busy he is.

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

    Dr. Sharma is always thorough, patient, and understanding. He always makes me feel included in the decision making process and takes time to explain things.

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

    DR. SHARMA OOZES CONFIDENCE, ASSURING ME THAT WE ARE ON THE RIGHT TRACK. HIS STAFF IS ALSO VERY COMPETENT AND PATIENT FRIENDLY.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Cleveland clinic has the best staff I've ever encountered. Very intellectual, courteous, respectful, and informative. These doctors saved my life. I noticed a difference immediately upon entering the campus. They truly have the patients best interests at heart. No other facility can compare. Dr Sharma I'd amazing and has worked wonders for me. I will be forever grateful.

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

    Dr Sharma is great doctor

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

    From the time I was diagnosed with cancer and experienced all the side effects that came with my treatments , Dr Sharma's sense of urgency was amazing!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    Your trust and hope are never misplaced when you are cared for by the stellar team Dr. Sharma has built at the Cole Eye Institute in Cleveland, OH

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Dr sharma and the resident Dr Delaney were exceptional. Everything was explained thoroughly and they contacted my other provider then followed up with me the next day with a phone call. I could not ask for more comprehensive and expertise care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Dr Sharma helpful in connecting me with Doctor in Miami, because I am out of the area for 6 months

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Dr Shuma was very polite and caring. He explained possibilities of my double vision and recommended a MRI.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    I have had a wonderful experience!!!!! Dr. Sharma and the Cole eye clinic has done an awsome job treating me over the last three years. I appreciate everything they have done for me!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    I recommend him highly - superb surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Dr. Sharma is a professional and very skilled

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Dr Sharma is the best of the best. I have complete confidence in his abilities to get my vision improved within physical and medical limits.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Top quality care from Dr Sharma entire team. Confident professionalism thru and thru. Bravo to Cole Eye and Cleveland Clinic for attracting and creating such talent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Dr Sharma has always been so thorough with me. He makes it very clear that my health and well being is priority to him

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

    Good experience with Dr Sharma

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

    There is an extensive wait time for appointments to see Dr. Sharma. I waited many months to see him. My last appointment had been scheduled for the White Pond location and I had to go to Main Campus to see him which is a long trip BUT his next available appointment was inot until September.

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

    I am very grateful for Dr Sharma. I have had retina issues for about 12 years. In the past two visits, my vision has improved. I really feel that Dr Sharma was genuinely HAPPY for me. I appreciate his compassionate manner

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

    Great experience- Great doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    I really like Dr Rajesh

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Dr Sharma is always great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Dr. Sharma is very professional and knowledgeable. It was my first office with him an I will recommend him to others!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    Dr. Sharma is a very patient and kind man. I really appreciate his gentleness and concern.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    Dr Sharma is excellent!! His assistants are excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    Dr. Sharma is amazing! He is so consistent with care and always ensures my issues are taken care of so I can get my immunotherapy. I feel so comfortable and confident with Dr. Sharma and his nurses

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    Only wish we could have more time with provider - no fault of his - just the system and time allotted for each appointment - time for more patient education in changes/progress/since last appointment and or questions as we move through the care plan together. Dr. Sharma is exceptional and does indeed instill me with the most confidence in my care, this comment is with regards to things he can not control, how much time is allotted per patient to review imaging, etc.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    Dr. Sharma seems to be a most knowledgeable and competent physicians who

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

    Dr. Sharma is excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Dr. Sharma is Outstanding! Thank You

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

    Dr Sharma is a wonderful physician

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

    Adore Dr. Sharma. Come every 9 weeks. Will not stop adoring him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Dr. Sharma was perfect regarding my condition and treatment - highly recommend him