Christopher Erwin, OD
Primary Location
Avon Lake Family Health Center
- Appointment:
- 440.933.8300
- Desk:
- 440.933.8300
- Fax:
- 440.930.2649
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View All PlansEducation & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2017
Education & Fellowships
Medical Education - The Ohio State University College of Optometry
Columbus,
OH USA
2015
Undergraduate - University of Akron
Akron,
OH USA
2011
Research & Publications
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375 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
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 | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
52 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jul 9, 2021
My doctor was very knowledgeable and skillful; I was very impressed
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2021
Everyone was kind and respectful. I have great confidence in Dr. Erwin.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2021
Genuinely concerned about me and my health. That's why I drive an hour to see him! Dr Erwin makes sure I am comfortable and makes my well being his #1 priority.
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2021
we love dr erwin
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2021
Dr. Erwin was kind, caring and professional in all his communications and manner.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2021
superior doctor
Reviewed on May 25, 2021
I am always very comfortable with Dr. Erwin
Reviewed on May 24, 2021
Love Dr. Irwin
Reviewed on May 4, 2021
First visit with Dr. Erwin and it was urgent. He appropriately assessed my eye event. I asked about continuing my care with him and he assured me that he would be able to follow me as a patient. We made plans for future visits.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2021
Dr. Erwin exceeded my expectations
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2021
great doctor
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2021
Very good experience. Dr Erwin took time to explain issue with my eyesight to make sure everything was understood.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2021
Christopher went above and beyond any explanation any doctor ever has about my condition.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2021
Dr. Erwin is fantastic. I've been his patient for a few years now and every time he is kind, courteous and is super personable
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2021
Dr. Erwin is very thorough in the care he provides. He's also very funny and pleasant to talk to.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2021
The Dr was very patient and answered all my questions, even when I still didn't understand.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2021
Dr Erwin is the best! caring, nice, warm and an excellent physician!
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2021
We have always seen Dr. Marcotty, who retired this past December. This was out first appt with Dr. Erwin; it was exceptionally positive. I've booked an appt for my older son to see him, too.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2021
Dr. Irwin is just a fantastic care provider. He is courteous, respectful, Has a wonderful sense of humor, and treats his patients with the utmost kindness and respect. I would recommend him in a heartbeat. I have other family members who also our patients of his, and they feel the same.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2021
I came to Dr Erwin as a referral as my previous eye doctor was cold and impersonal. Dr Erwin is the opposite. I feel will provide me with the very best care for my eyes.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2021
I chose this Avon Lake facility and and Doctor for the excellent service.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2021
Overall great experience. Team was prompt. Dr Erwin is always friendly and listens to any concerns that I might have. Follows up on previous issues.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2021
Dr Erwin took his time, listened, answered all my questions. He is very kind, doesn't rush you!!!
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2020
Dr. Erwin is very courteous and informative. My family and I will continue to see Dr. Erwin for future check-ups and concerns. I would definitely recommend Dr. Erwin to others.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2020
overall, very good experience with this doctor and his staff.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2020
Excellent, always very courteous and professional. My daughters are always very happy with how *Dr. Erwin communicates with them.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2020
professional great interaction with patients. excellent doctor
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2020
Outstanding Dr. Erwin is extremely patient friendly.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2020
I am very satisfied with my visit with Dr irwin. although not happy with having to go else where for glasses witch I know is not your doung.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2020
My son really liked *Dr. Erwin!
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2020
Dr Erwin is wonderful!
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2020
Dr very nice and professional
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2020
Dr Erwin is the best! I have sent family members to see him
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2020
Dr. Erwin was outstanding. Would highly recommend!!
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2020
Dr. Erwin and the staff were polite and professional.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2020
Always enjoy Dr. Erwin's concerned and direct manner of communicating the health of my eyes...
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2020
Dr Erwin is very knowledgeable and has great communication skills!
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2020
I was recommended for this Doctor and would recommend him also he was the best I have seen in years
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2020
Dr. Erwin was excellent, he was very kind and patient, had a good sense of humor and the professional experience to explain things to me where i can understand them.
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2020
The staff and the eye doctor were great.Very friendly and listened to my concerns.Explained what treatment to expect over the next couple of years due to the aging process.
Reviewed on Sep 3, 2020
The Dr was very patient, listened well, answered all of questions; just amazing.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2020
Dr. Erwin exceeded my expectation. Took time to listen, answered all my questions and educated me well.
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2020
Dr Erwin was professional, courteous and friendly
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2020
He noticed another health issue I have and educated me on possible effect it could have with my eyes. I had never been told about this by any other doctor.
Reviewed on Aug 13, 2020
Whoever HIRES the doctors at the CC knows what they are doing. The CC, for the most part, has excellent doctors. Sadly, whoever handles the administrative functioning of the CC leaves much to be desired. Or perhaps they are just trying to make patients LEAVE the CC? I speak as holding a doctorate in Renaissance/Shakespearean literature and having been named "Distinguished Teacher of the Year" at UC, in my other life before I moved to Cleveland. I am an excellent judge of professionalism, in other fields as well my own field. Dr. Irwin examined me in a timely fashion; he was knowledgeable and comprehensive in his examination and thorough in explaining the situation to me-even to diagnosing what most probably had caused the eye blood vessel Rupture. To answer the last question: The irony is that Dr. Irwin is SO EXCELLENT I would recommend him DESPITE the fact that he is with the CC. I have left the CC for my primary--or anyone else I might need in the future-except I stayed with Dr. Irwin. I am not sorry I did, despite the initial experience of trying to schedule, although that experience would continue to cause me to NOT recommend the CC to anyone for ANYTHING else at all, other than the Drs. Irwin and Dr.. Haberer. And Dr. Dan Sweeney. These doctors are so excellent that it is sad the administrative unit turns people like me off. Enough said-it is the CC, not the doctors that has caused me to join UH.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2020
Dr. Erwin is wonderful. He is caring, professional, bright, and adept at this practice. I am grateful.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2020
I am grateful for Dr. Erwin and the Cleveland Clinic team. Thank you.
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2020
I scheduled this appointment as a result of my displeasure with the last Dr regarding my eye condition. I am glad I did as i felt very satisfied with the visit and Dr Irwin. he took his time and throughly explained my condition.
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2020
Dr. Erwin and staff are wonderful.
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2020
Dr. Erwin took the time to connect with my daughter and ask her about her interests and aspirations. She felt included in her care and comfortable with getting glasses. She actually said that she would look forward to going to her next appointment.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2020
Dr. Erwin always good to deal with and is very thorough.
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2020
Dr Erwin came outside and explained my condition to my wife.