Scott Wagenberg, MD
Primary Location
Hillcrest Ophthalmology
- Appointment:
- 440.461.4733
- Desk:
- 440.461.4733
- Fax:
- 440.461.4049
Treatment & Services
- Corneal Surgery
- Corneal Transplant
- Ophthalmic Surgery
- Ophthalmology
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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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634 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
117 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jun 5, 2020
I'm very fortunate to have Dr Wagenberg providing care for my problem.
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2020
Great experience love the staff at the institute Dr. Wagenburg fantastic
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2020
dr Wagenberg is one of the best doctors I have ever meet and one of the nicest the whole staff is great
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2020
I would continue to see Dr Wagenberg and reccomend him to anyone. Great work!
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2020
Excellent experience. Was treated exceptionally by registration, office staff, and by Dr. Wagenberg.
Reviewed on May 20, 2020
Dr.Wagenberg and his staff make you feel like you are one of only a few patients that day. You can't help but feel comfortable.
Reviewed on May 20, 2020
Dr. Wagenberg always does a great job!
Reviewed on May 20, 2020
Wagenberg was especially candid. A quality I sincerely appreciate from a physician.
Reviewed on May 18, 2020
doctor and staff are all very professional yet make you feel totally at ease
Reviewed on May 8, 2020
Dr Wegenberg is a very good Dr
Reviewed on May 8, 2020
Dr. Wagenberg has got to be one of the best Doctors in the state.
Reviewed on May 4, 2020
the person who scheduled me was efficient and courteous. He gave me an appointment with the doctor I requested, the corneal specialist I have been seeing since last January, at a time that was convenient for me.
Reviewed on May 4, 2020
I have already recommended Dr. Scott Wagenberg and the Cole Eye Institute to others. Dr. Wagenberg is remarkable: very knowledgeable, skilled, patient, and attentive to my concerns and questions.
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2020
This provider has a great scheduling system. have found office schedulers and provider easier to work with than most other Cleveland Clinic specialists.
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2020
This provider was recommended to me as being at the top of his profession in every respect. I concur, and would provide the same recommendation.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2020
Very efficient office staff and physician
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2020
Dr Wagenberg made sure to follow up and paid special attention to me
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2020
Dr Wagenberg is the best! I am very thankful to him and to Cleveland Clinic!
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2020
Excellent great Doctor n staff
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2020
Dr. Wagenberg is one of the best Cornea specialist I've seen n help my problem tremendously
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2020
Dr. Wagenberg's explanation was thorough and all questions [personal as well as spouse] were discussed and answered.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2020
Dr Wagenburg is very good in diagnosing and treating and is very courteous and pleasant at all times even on a very busy day. day.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2020
Doctor wagenburg always has a good experience with me.. He is the most knowledgeable doctor on the staff
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2020
Doctor wagenburg is the most knowledgeable doctor on the staff more so than even your chief of staff
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2020
everyone in office is pleasant and professional ! I love Dr Wagenberg!
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2020
Discusses the reasoning behind changes in procedures. Not just a do it my way doctor. These explanations help me to inform the doctor of any condition I have experienced.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2020
dr wagenburg and staff are so wonderful to me. Cali, Angela, Brooke, Sue, Heather all deserve special mention. thank you
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2020
Dr. Wagonberg is great!
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2020
everything about his practice is top notch! Dr W is the BEST and his staff is great. Also a very nice and comfortable vibe in the practice, I think thanks to Dr W being SO easy to work with.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2020
As I stated, Dr W is wonderful! Professional yet still humble. So glad he's a CCF doctor.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2020
when it gets busy there, Dr W actually helps out to keep patients moving.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2020
Really like this doctor. He is very kind and listens to what I have to say and always answers my questions. He has a great bed side manner and is an excellent doctor. So happy that I chose him for my eyes.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2020
I have already recommended this doctor and his staff to several others.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2020
Dr Wagenberg and staff were very nice during my eye exam appointment. On a scale 1 to 10, I choose a 10 plus.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2020
excellent care by the assistant to prepare us for the doctor. The doctor is always very personable and shows that he cares for his patients.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2020
The doctor ALWAYS shows that he cares for his patients on a personal basis, not just professionally.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020
I would definitely recommend this doctor.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020
This provider has an excellent reputation in his field in our community. He is respected by all including me.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020
Doctors staff was prepared thorough, and knowledgeable and able to answer questions.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2020
Dr. Wagenberg is a terrific doctor.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2020
Dr Waggenberg is the best he is so nice and showed so much concern couldn't have been nicer
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2020
Dr Wagenburg is great!
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2020
Dr wagenberg was so wonderful he was reassuring polite and no pain.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2020
dr was excellent
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2020
dr & staff are wonderful
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2020
Dr. Wagenberg is very highly respected and he has earned that and is appreciated.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2020
Dr Wagenberg is the best. his staff is great too. only one thing and that is the Clinic rushes everyone through. you need to allow your doctors to have the time they would like will their patients. I recommend Dr Wagenberg any time I can . your lucky yo have him.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2020
my experience with Dr. Wagenberg and his staff was excellent. they were congenial, respectful, and efficient.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2020
Dr. Wagenberg is extremely competent, kind, and patient. He answered all of my questions and recommended the best treatment option.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2020
GREAT check up! He provided me with information that put me ease. He is a AWESOME doctor and I have all the confidence in him and his professional opinion regarding my eyesight. I would recommend him and his staff to anyone looking for an eye physician.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2019
Love Dr Wagenberg!
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2019
Have recommended several people to Dr Wagenberg. All of them were happy with him & his staff.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2019
Dr. Wagenburg is one of the best physicians I have ever been to. amazing bedside/office manner.. incredible surgeon
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2019
My favorite Doctor!
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg great and trusted without question
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2019
Both the assistant and Dr. Wagenberg were very professional.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2019
Excellent service and care by all personnel and physicians.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2019
dr. wagenberg and his staff are the best
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2019
Dr. wagenberger and his staff are wonderful. they are very helpful and friendly at all times
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2019
Dr.wagenberg and staff were excellent
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2019
I was especially pleased with Dr. Scott Wagenburg's ability to pinpoint the cause of my specific eye problem and treat it immediately. Very fine physician!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2019
after hearing the Dr. speak to all the people who went in ahead of me....I feel he rushed through my appointment. I waited a long time to see him I think he intuited that I was a bit perturbed & wanted me out of there as soon as possible.
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2019
entire dr staff are exceptional, dr waggen berg especially, have been coming to this office a
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2019
my visits with Doctor Waginberg and his staff have always been a pleasure.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2019
I have found my total experience in Dr Wagonberg's office to be very professional. The staff is very friendly and professional.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2019
i love Dr. Wagenberg. i would like it if he faced me when he addreses me instead of typing into his laptop. but alas this is probably just the way he has to do his notes. you should get him a scribe
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2019
One of the best doctors [and staff] I have ever experienced!
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2019
Dr Wagenberg was thorough and very easy to talk to.
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2019
Experience good and Dr. Wagenberg great.
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2019
When contacting *Dr. Wagenberg thru MyChart I get a response in less than 8 hours, can't ask for more than that.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg has always reply back to me in a very good timely matter. It was his quick response on the my chart that even started this whole process.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg it's very professional and also the kind of guy you can hang out with. I always felt he was a very competent in his skills. He was highly recommended when I first got my condition. His manner always made me feel very confident and positive about this whole procedure. When I was nervous to talk with him was always calming and positive.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg was very good-excellent
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
this doctor is great he saved my eye. I went to other doctors they couldn't help me they didn't know how dr wagenberg stopped the pain the same day and schedule me for surgery he is one of the nicest doctors no person I have ever meet it hard to get appointments because he is so good he has a lot of patients. oh when I first called there another dr from another hospital referred me there. when I called I was in tears they had no appt the nurse on the phone went and talked to him about my situation and he told her to make the appt and seen my. he was God sent
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg and all the staff at the Hillcrest Cole Eye Clinic are helpful, professional and very courteous.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2019
Dr Wagenberg is always full of great humor, while giving expert care. It is a truly fun experience to see him each time. And he is very honest and forthright about the condition of my eyes and what to expect in the future. I appreciate and respect that.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2019
I have talked about and recommended this office to many people. And with me being a nurse of 40 years, they value my opinions about health care and health care providers.
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2019
Waited too long to see the Doctor. I Realize the need to schedule appts efficiently, but the patient deserves to see the doctor without waiting for an hour or more.
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2019
excellent doctor excellent experience
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg was also great!
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2019
The Staff assisting Dr. Wagenburg was excellent in performing there job duties. I felt so at ease with each staff member I came in contact will. Dr. Scott examined me in a perfect professional manner, his explanations where very well understood. I left the office feeling absolutely marvelous. Looking forward to my next check up with Dr. Scott and staff.
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2019
Dr. Scott just needs to keep up his excellent work habits. Job well done.
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2019
very comfortable with Dr. Easy to understand Very thorough and patient
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2019
This is my second surgery with Dr. Wagenberg. Would highly recommend him. His staff were very prompt and professional. I am satisfied with my surgery results.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2019
the dr practice is excellent
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2019
dr Scott Wagenberg is top notch
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2019
doctor and staff very pleasant
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2019
good doctor but seems rushed
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2019
I would always recommend Dr. Wagonberg
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2019
Dr Wagenberg is always terrific!!!!
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2019
Both Doctor Wagenberg and Kathy were outstanding. The rest of the staff were very pleasant and easy to work with.
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2019
I have been a patient of Dr. Wagenberg for years and know that he is very competent and caring. I also brought my late mother to see him when she experienced a pain in her eye. Upon examination, Dr W determined that she required immediate surgery, which he performed. Fortunately for us, he saved her eyesight. Dr Wagenberg was probably the only doctor that my mother ever liked. As for a few comments that Dr W seems rushed and doesn't spend time with patients ... he spends as much time as needed, but does not have the luxury of lingering. The Cleveland Clinic dictates the number of patients he sees each day and he is held to a very strict schedule. The Clinic is lucky to have him.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg is very thorough and explains what's going on with your care.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2019
definitely would recommend dr. Wagenberg to others.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg is a great doctor. Very thorough and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2019
my experiences with Dr Wagenberg have all been very positive. The only reason I drive in from Youngstown is because of my confidence in and satisfaction with. him and the excellent care he provides.
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg is a fine opthamologist, as I trust his clinical knowledge and skills, however, he treats me like I am only number. He walks in the room, and sits at the computer with his back to me, and makes no conversation or eye contact at all. He never asks me if I have any questions or concerns, and I even have to ask how the health of my eye is. I am disappointed in this aspect of each visit with him. I would recommend him as a physician due to his credentials and knowledge, as this part is wonderful, but not his bedside manner so to speak.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2019
Minimal wait and Scott did excellent job of showing actual pictures of my eyes to illustrate problem and plan to handle it. High level if comfort and confidence in Dr. Wagonberg and Cole staff
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2019
would be nice to get more explanations from the dr.. seemed rushed.
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2019
The doctor was very thorough in ensuring that the episode I had was fully investigated and properly diagnosed. He went above and beyond to test for other possible causes and to rule out more serious issues. Finally, he reassured me that the recent episode I had was not serious and that I could contact him if further issues occurred.
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2019
Dr Wagenberg has always been professional and caring in his approach to patient care
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2019
I recommend Dr Wagenberg to all my friends and family !
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg is an excellent doctor.
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2019
Doctor constantly on the move going from one patient to another quickly. I hesitate asking questions because I don't want to hold him up.
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2019
Dr Waggenberg and those working in his office are dynamite. the clinic needs to use them as a model practice
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2019
Dr Wagenberg is an outstanding doctor. He was recommend to me by 2 others and I would recommend him to everyone
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2019
Dr. Wagenburg responded to all concerns and provided the information needed to make me feel comfortable.
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2019
Dr Wagenberg is an excellent doctor I am fortunate to have him as my Doctor
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2019
I have already recommended doctor Wagenberg and his staff to family/ friends
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2019
very good I like Dr Wagenberg very much he is very professional an thorough.
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2019
Everyone was friendly and professional. I've known Dr Waggenberg for several years and I think he's a wonderful doctor- and extremely intelligent. '
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2019
Dr Wagenberg is thee best in his field. class act.
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2019
Dr Wagenberg is always nice and professional. he makes you feel as ease.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2019
I noticed Dr. Wagenberg. take time and care about all his patients.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2019
Dr. Wagenberg is truly dedicated to his patient's needs in a professional manner.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2019
I like Dr. Wagonberg and feel he is an excellent physician, however, he was extremely busy - racing from patient to patient. Somewhat disconcerting.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2019
Dr wagonberg moved fast, multi-tasked well. and staff, too.