Scott Wagenberg, MD
Primary Location
Hillcrest Ophthalmology
- Appointment:
- 216.444.2020
- Desk:
- 440.461.4733
- Fax:
- 440.461.4049
Treatment & Services
- Anterior Segment Surgery
- Cataract Evaluations
- Cataract Implant Surgery
- Cataract Surgery
- Cornea Transplant
- Corneal Surgery
- Corneal Transplant
- Ophthalmic Surgery
- Ophthalmology
- Phacoemulsification
- Pterygium Surgery
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Anterior Ocular Disease
- Cataract and Intraocular Lens Implantation in Cataract Surgery
- Cataracts
- Cataracts and Cataract Surgery
- Cornea Ulcer
- Corneal Abrasion
- Corneal Disease
- Corneal Scar
- Dry Eyes
- Herpetic Eye Disease
- Iridocyclitis
- Ocular Health
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View All PlansAbout Scott Wagenberg, MD
Dr. Wagenberg earned his medical degree at the University of Michigan. He did an ophthalmology residency at Case Western Reserve University. He completed a fellowship in corneal and refractive surgery at the Corneal Consultants of Indianapolis. He was board certified in Ophthalmology in 2001.
Dr. Wagenberg specializes in diseases and surgery of the cornea. He is at the leading edge of corneal transplantation including endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK and DSAEK), deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK), and penetrating keratoplasty. He has helped to design a keratome for the purpose of preparing corneal tissue for endothelial keratoplasty. He has lectured at regional, national and international corneal conferences. He has performed live surgery at an international corneal conference. In addition to his interest in corneal transplantation, he has an interest in ocular surface reconstruction including the use of amniotic membrane for the repair of the corneal surface.
In addition, to his interest in corneal diseases and surgery, Dr. Wagenberg also practices comprehensive ophthalmology including the treatment of cataracts and glaucoma, contact lens fitting, dry eye, and infections and inflammation of the eye.
Dr. Wagenberg is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Corneal Society. He is listed in "The Best Doctors in America."
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2010
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Price Whitson Vision Group
Cornea and Refractive Surgery
Indianapolis,
IN USA
2000
Residency - Case Western Reserve University - University Hospitals of Cleveland
Ophthalmology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1999
Internship - William Beaumont Hospital-Royal Oak
Rotating
Royal Oak,
MI USA
1996
Medical Education - University of Michigan Medical School
Ann Arbor,
MI USA
1995
Undergraduate - University of Michigan
Ann Arbor,
MI USA
1991
Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Research & Publications
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764 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
87 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023
Very nicely Doctor ask if we have any questions
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023
Dr Wagonber very professional Very articulate as to what was going on
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2023
Very please with my experience, with my Doctor , and his staff.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023
Very good doctor
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023
Very Good Doctor
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023
I have already referred Dr Wagenberg to a friend.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
Dr Wagenburg is first class Physician and we recommend him to any one that needs a eye doctor.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2023
Dr Wagenberg service is always outstanding
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2023
Dr Wagenberg and his assistant were professional and helpful and caring
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2023
Dr. Wagonberg is fantastic
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2023
Dr. Wagenberg makes me very confident I am being well cared for.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2023
Dr Wagenberg is the best. I wouldn't go anywhere else.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023
Dr Wagenberg has a very professional and service focused team. The Clinic's call center personal show respect and are very responsive to my needs.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023
Dr Wagenberg's staff consistently demonstrate his core values for providing me comprehensive information and effective solutions for my conditions.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023
My experience confirms I made the right decision to switch to Dr Wagenberg's care.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2023
I've been going to Dr. Wagenberg for years. He's the best!
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2023
I have several friends that go to Dr. Wagenberg and his staff give very thorough exams.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr. Wagenberg is very caring and knowledgeable. He listens to your questions and concerns and answers them all.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr. Wagenburg gives excellent care
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr. Wagenberg is a wonderful doctor. He is very thorough and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr. Wagenberg is a wonderful doctor. I highly recommend him.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2023
Dr Wagenberg is the best!
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023
The best Doctor around!!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023
I just love Dr. Wagenberg
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2023
The nurse, doctor and everyone I encountered that day were awesome.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
Dr. Wagenberg is very knowledgeable and I have been going to his office for many years. Takes the time necessary to answer any concerns that I may have about my vision issues, etc. His staff is also very helpfull and courteous.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2023
The doctor knew what he was looking at immediately and had a treatment I was able to start that day. For the first time in years I'm hopeful.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2023
I have been seeing Dr Wagenberg for about 20 years, and he remains as dedicated and kind and professional as ever. And he has a great sense of humor along with his skills!
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2023
Dr. W was very responsive to my questions and concerns. He works quickly and efficiently but he always provides explanations and attempts to individualize my care.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
Dr Wagenberg is one of the best doctors I have been associated with. I have always recommended him to others.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023
Dr Wagenberg is a first class Doctor and also his bedside manor is out standing
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023
Have recommended Dr. Wagenberg to very many people over the past 10 years. He is excellent
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2023
Dr Wagenberg and his ENTIRE staff are amazing
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2023
Dr wagenburg is the best
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2022
All Dr. Wagenberg Staff gave me excellent service and very caring!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2022
I recommend Dr. Wagenberg to all my friends and relatives. He's very caring and concerned for all his patients. He's the "BEST"!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2022
Great doctor explained everything to us
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022
All was good. Everyone did their part of the visit well, The doctor talked thru all the steps as He went thru them.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022
Dr. Wagenburg is my favorite CCF provider
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022
My appointments with Dr. Wagenberg have been absoutly wonderful, he is smart and personable
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2022
Very pleased with dr Scott wagenberg and his staff
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2022
Due to my occurring eye infection l texted Dr. Wagenberg and he responded immediately.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2022
Always a good experience at Dr Wagenberg's office.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2022
Dr and office staff by far where the friendliest and caring staff I've ever met with
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2022
The doctor was excellent. His surgical knowledge and ability to execute it was impeccable.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2022
Love, *Dr. Wagenberg. I have been seeing him for as long as he has been at the Cleve. Clinic, I am bless to have him as my doctor.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2022
Great practice, clinic is blessed to have *Dr. Wagenberg.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2022
I have already recommended *Dr. Wagenberg 4 or 5 people.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022
Dr. Wagenberg is excellent in every way. He has been my doctor for years and I have always had excellent care. In addition, he is very personable and makes visit's professional and actually enjoyable.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022
Dr. Wagenberg and his team are some of the best medical professionals I have ever experienced. They are experienced in the latest treatments and technology. They work so well together I feel like I'm with family during my visits, making me and their patients feel at ease and comfortable. It is a scary experience to have serious eye conditions and diseases. I know I'm in the best care possible with this team.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2022
Dr Wagenberg is exceptional
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2022
Dr wagener is the bomb! (Means great)
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2022
He and his team are great care providers
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2022
Dr. Wagenbergs attention to detail when it comes to my eye issues is so comforting. He is so thorough with his care.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2022
My answers all relate to the fact that I felt very rushed. When told of my diagnosis and treatment, he did not ask if I had any questions. I was handed a script and told when to return. I felt like I was taking too much of his time by asking questions. Small complaint for a really good doctor.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2022
Excellent Doctor. Would, have, and will continue to recommend Dr Wagenberg.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2022
Fine, efficient experience. Dr. Waggenberg gave his full attention to my cornea problem and difficulty seeing out of my right eye. Told me to call him if the new prescription doesn't work.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2022
Excellent treatment. Hurried but this dr. Is very busy!
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2022
Best eye doctor I have ever been to. Period!
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2022
I have been seeing doctor Scott Wagenberg for 20 years, he is an wonderful doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2022
Making any appointment with any Cleveland Clinic doctor or provider needs to be more efficient. This is not merely in making appointments with Dr. Wagenberg. It's not easy to make an appointment with any of my doctors.
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2022
Dr. Wagenberg is excellent. It's why I have kept going back to him for my annual exams and all eye concerns.
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2022
Dr. Wagenberg is an excellent doctor and I am very glad he is my ophthalmologist
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2022
Excellent. Dr.Wagenberg is the best. I always recommend him .
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2022
Dr. Wagenberg is a wonderful, caring Doctor and his staff is great!
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2022
Excellent experiences with Dr Wagonberg and staff.
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2022
Dr Wagenberg is the best
Reviewed on Sep 2, 2022
The Doctor was professional and thorough; however, he seemed to be in quite a rush that day.
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2022
Dr Wagenberg & his staff are the best!
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2022
I would see Dr Wagenverg no matter where he was. He's the best
Reviewed on Aug 25, 2022
The nurses and the doctor handle themselves in a very professional manner!
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2022
I don't like Cl. Cl. Provider's but I would recommend this one
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2022
Did have my friend come for her first appointment. She was pleased with everything and Dr. Wagenberg is her new eye Dr.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2022
Very capable Dr and staff pleasant and and courteous
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2022
I always have a very good experience with Dr wagenburg he is the greatest doctor and his office girls are excellent
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2022
I did recommend Dr wagenburg to my niece and she goes to him now also he done cataract surgery on her
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2022
Best eye doctor
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2022
Dr. Wagenberg and his staff are outstanding!
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2022
Doctor was not friendlyIn a hurry
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2022
Doctor W. Is the best in all regards.
Reviewed on May 27, 2022
He is the best doctor I have ever been to. His abilities to help me see again are like a gift from Jesus. I thank him for all his knowledge. Thank you
Reviewed on May 27, 2022
I really appreciated the care and professionalism of all personnel involved in my visit. Dr wagenberg is always very nice .
Reviewed on May 25, 2022
Dr. Wagenberg is a excellent, caring and fabulous doctor. He listens to you and really cares about helping you in any way he can. I trust him because he is honest and trustworthy! Great doctor. So glad he is my doctor!!!!!
Reviewed on May 23, 2022
Dr. W is always the best!
Reviewed on May 19, 2022
DR WAGENBERG HAS PROVIDED EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE TO ME FOR MANY YEARS.
Reviewed on May 19, 2022
EXCELLENT SERVICE ON EVERY VISIT FO DR WAGENBERG. TWO SUCCESSFUL CATARACT EYE SURGERIES.
Reviewed on May 13, 2022
Dr. Wagenberg is a wonderful doctor. Very skilled, he did a fantastic job on my cataract.