Peter Kaiser, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.2020
- Desk:
- 216.444.6702
- Fax:
- 216.445.2226
Treatment & Services
- Clinical Drug Trials
- Clinical Trials
- Diabetic Eye Examinations
- Epiretinal Membrane Surgery
- Fluorescein Angiography
- Intravitreal Injections For Retinal Disease
- Laser For Diabetic Retinopathy
- Laser Retinal Surgery
- Laser Treatment Of Retinal Disease
- Macular Degeneration Evaluations
- Management Of Age Related Macular Degeneration (Amd)
- Microincision Vitrectomy Surgery
- New Experimental Treatment Technologies
- Ophthalmic Surgery
- Optical Coherence Tomography
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Photodynamic Therapy
- Scleral Buckle
- Surgical And Medical Treatment Of The Retina
- Sutureless (Small Gauge) Retinal Surgery
- Vitreoretinal Surgery
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diseases of the Retina
- Diseases of the Vitreous
- Lens Dislocation
- Macular Hole
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Disorders
- Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Traumatic Retinal Detachment
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View All PlansAbout Peter Kaiser, MD
Peter K. Kaiser, MD, is a Staff member of the vitreoretinal faculty of the Cole Eye Institute in the Department of Ophthalmology at Cleveland Clinic's main campus. He was appointed in 1997. Dr. Kaiser is the Founding Director of the Digital Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Reading Center at the Cole Eye Institute.
Dr. Kaiser received his medical degree magna cum laude from Harvard Medical School in Boston, Mass. He completed an internship in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, an ophthalmology residency at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston and a retinal fellowship at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida.
Actively involved in retinal clinical research, Dr. Kaiser is study chairman of 4 major, multi-center, international clinical trials and is a principal investigator in multiple other trials. Complementing his research endeavors, Dr. Kaiser serves on numerous scientific advisory boards and addresses his research interests as an invited speaker at national and international conferences.
Dr. Kaiser is a major contributor to medical literature having authored several ophthalmology texts, and more than 200 book chapters, original reports, electronic publications and abstracts. He is an associate editor of the American Journal of Ophthalmology, and serves on the editorial boards of Retina, Retina Today, Retinal Physician and Ocular Surgery News.
Dr. Kaiser has been recognized by the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Retina Specialists with Achievement and Senior Achievement Awards, and is listed in the "Best Doctors in America" list. He is the team ophthalmologist for the Cleveland Browns (National Football League), Cleveland Cavaliers (National Basketball Association) and the Cleveland Indians (Major League Baseball).
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1997
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute-Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital
Ophthalmology
Miami,
FL USA
1997
Residency - Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Ophthalmology
Boston,
MA USA
1996
Internship - Massachusetts General Hospital
Internal Medicine
Boston,
MA USA
1993
Medical Education - Harvard Medical School
Boston,
MA USA
1992
Undergraduate - Harvard University
Biology
Cambridge,
MA USA
1988
Additional Training
- FELLOWSHIP: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
- Miami Florida
- Medical retina and vitreoretinal surgery 1996-1997
- RESIDENCY:Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary 1993-1996
- Boston, MA
- Ophthalmology
- INTERNSHIP:Massachusetts General Hospital 1992-1993
- Boston MA
- Internal Medicine
- MEDICAL SCHOOL:Harvard Medical School 1988-1992
- Boston MA
- Doctor of Medicine
- COLLEGE: Harvard College 1984-1988
- Boston MA
- Bachelor of Arts
Professional Highlights
- Editor-in-Chief, Current Concepts in Retina
- Founding Director, Digital OCT Reading Center (DOCTR)
- Associate Editor, American Journal of Ophthalmology
- Editorial board, Retina, Retina Today, Retinal Physician, Ocular Surgery News
- Associate Editor, International Ophthalmology Clinics
Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Specialty Interests
Epiretinal membranes, vitreomacular traction, macular holes, age-related macular degeneration, Diabetic retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, vitreoretinal diseases
Awards & Honors
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Senior Achievement Award (Senior Honor Award), 2008
- National Institute of Health, RO1 grant funding, 2005-present
- Who's Who in Executives and Professionals Listing National Register, West Islip NY, 2004- present
- American Society of Retina Specialists, Senior Achievement Award (Senior Honor Award), 2003
- American Society of Retina Specialists, Achievement Award (Honor Award), 2002
- Best Doctors in America listing, 2002 - present
- Best Doctors in Midwest listing, 2002-present
- Best Doctors in Cleveland listing, 2002-present
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award (Honor Award), 2001
- Strathmore's Who's Who listing, 2000-present
- Study Chairman, DENALI Phase 3 Study
- Study Chairman, VERITAS Phase 3 Study
- Study Chairman, VIO Phase 3 Study
- Study Chairman, TargeGen Phase 1 Study
Innovations & Patents
- Pioneer in the use of, and developer of several new 23 gauge surgical techniques, which allow sutureless vitrectomy surgery with less pain and faster visual recovery or patients
- Pioneer in new vitrectomy systems that offer better flow rates, faster cutting speeds, and safer probes than current machines
- First MD to use a modified RNA interfering molecule to treat age-related macular degeneration; this technique and its technology was the first time it had been used in any disease after the discovery of RNAi received the Nobel Prize in Medicine
- Pioneer in the use of spectral domain optical coherence tomography in the diagnosis and management of vitreoretinal diseases
Memberships
- Retina Society, 2003- present
- Pan-American Ophthalmology Association, 2000- present
- American Society of Retina Specialists (Vitreous Society), 2000 - present
- Cleveland Ophthalmological Society, 1997 - present
- International Academy of Sports Vision, 1997 - present
Research & Publications
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As of 9/13/2021, Dr. Kaiser has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Kaiser receives fees of $5,000 or more per year as a paid consultant, speaker or member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Biogen Idec, Inc.
- Bayer AG
- Allergan Sales, LLC
- Alzheon
- Iveric bio, Inc.
- Oxurion NV
- Stealth BioTherapeutics Incorporated
- RegenexBio, Inc.
- Clearside Biomedical, Inc
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Allegro Ophthalmics, LLC
- Thea Laboratories
- Novartis International, AG
- jCyte, Inc.
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.
397 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 | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
56 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 3, 2021
I have recommended this office on numerous occasions to many people who have retinal issues. I get excellent care from Dr Kaiser snd his staff
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is great! A ver relatable with patients and explains questions that are cllear.
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is always very thorough and explains every finding. He also gives me a profile of what to expect in the future.
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2021
Dr Kaiser and his staff have been awesome in the two years I have been seeing them. Very kind and very professional.
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2021
Great job Dr. Peter Kaiser, he is the best
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is the best
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is very good, polite, pleasant, friendly and explains things, answers questions. The only negative I had was the woman who gave me my shot in the left eye. She stood on my right side and crossed my face with the needle. Catherine was wonderfully comforting during the procedure. I have had other shots with other personnel and they stood on my left side to give the shot in the left eye and I didn't see the needle. I can stand it, but I would prefer not to see that needle. Thank you for your understanding.
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2021
The doctors understudy doctor was a little to aggressive in her exam when she examined me it was one of the most uncomfortable eye exams I ever experienced I think she is good but is not considering the patients comfort when preforming her exam
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2021
Everyone I interact with is always most courteous & excellent!! Jill was also most informative & eager to help me in any way she could! Dr. Kaiser is the BEST! Also the eye machine women have the top rating!!! Good luck to student Steve--he seems most dedicated with a pleasing personality; & also add Dr. Chou (not sure I spelled correctly)--I remember her pleasing personality & expertise from surgery!
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2021
I would definitely recommend Dr. Kaiser to others.
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2021
Overall very good experience the doctor doesn't wonderful job
Reviewed on Sep 2, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is very good at explaining things and listening to my concerns
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2021
Dr. Kaiser thought last appointment had been 7 weeks, so wanted to extend by 1 week, making next appointment 8 weeks away. While waiting for shot prep, I checked my calendar, and last appointment was only 6 weeks, not 7. I spoke with Dr. Kaiser in between patients and he agreed that we should make it only 7 weeks. When I got to the counter, I told the woman I needed an appointment for 7 weeks, and she used the date on the paperwork which was for 8 weeks, not 7. When I got home I called the appointment desk and the woman I spoke with was able to correct it and schedule it for 7 weeks
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is a wonderful doctor and I only wish he had the time to see everyone needing treatment. I cannot imagine anyone not liking him.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2021
Dr. Kaiser assistant who performed the shot did a very poor job. She was more concerned about teaching her student rather than doing a shot properly.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2021
I have the utmost confidence in dr. Kaiser. He has a professional, no-nonsense approach yet still personable.
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2021
Dr. Kaisers team was absolutely excellent. As well scheduling and rescheduling was excellent.
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2021
After 72 years of various medical services Dr. Kaiser in the Cleveland clinic are the best.
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2021
Dr KaiserIs knowledgeable kind and the best
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2021
Very professional and caring. I truly felt that Dr. Kaiser is concerned about my condition.
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2021
Went for second opinion. Doctor was ver very straight forward and honest with me which I appreciated
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2021
I just love Dr Kaiser and the he care that he provides
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2021
Dr Kaiser is second to none.
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2021
have already recommended dr Kaiser.
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2021
The doctor was very patient with me and took time to help me calm down
Reviewed on May 27, 2021
Thank you, Dr. Kaiser, for your graciousness and your devotion to your patients.
Reviewed on May 26, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is a brilliant doctor and he listens to his patients
Reviewed on May 20, 2021
I consider myself fortunate to have a Doctor like Dr. Kaiser .
Reviewed on May 20, 2021
so happy that we decided on Dr Kaiser
Reviewed on May 19, 2021
Dr Kaiser was extremely concerned and interested in my care and about how I was doing personally. Friendly with a wonderful bedside manner. Answered all my questions thoroughly and in detail.
Reviewed on May 6, 2021
Dawn, Katherine and Truthys are always so helpful and knowledgeable. Truthys is so gentle when giving the eye injections. I always want her to do it if she is available. I always ask for them if they are available. I trust Dr. Kaiser. He is always so positive and I have total confidence in him. Cleveland Clinic is a wonderful place and we have a very long drive to get there, however, we always feel it is so worth the drive.
Reviewed on May 6, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is always very professional and listens to what I have to say about my eye care and related concerns. He explains things very thoroughly and clearly!
Reviewed on May 5, 2021
care provider was excellent! Answered my questions. Stress free visit.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is not only highly knowledgeable about his profession but has a deep respect and care for his patients. His staff follows in his footsteps. I would highly recommend him and his staff.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2021
Dr. Kaiser and his associates have all been wonderful.,
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2021
Doctor answered all my questions and was clear about the plan for treatment.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2021
D.r Kaiser is very excellent doctor and great at communicating.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2021
Dr. Kaiser took the time to explain my condition and alleviated my concerns.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2021
I am very thankful for the treatment I have received at Cleveland Clinic. Courteous and prompt. Dr Kaiser has been wonderful and we have a good relationship.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2021
Dr. Kaiser is the best Dr. in the world. He is a genius
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2021
dr. Peter Kaiser is a gem. He put me at ease right away and gave me straight answers.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2021
I felt that Dr. Kaiser, and his PA, Dawn, cared for me as if I was a personal friend or a favorite member of their family. They conveyed information in a manner that was understandable and very helpful. When I left, I felt I was exceedingly better informed than I had been over the last ten years with another ophthalmologist.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2021
I like Dr Kaiser, he is frank and to the point, no nonsense. Some patients may not like that but I appreciate his demeanor.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2021
Always good communication with doctor and technicians.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2021
Scheduling an appointment to see Dr. Kaiser was done professionally in a friendly, efficient way.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2021
I think highly of the Cole Eye Institute. Dr. Kaiser saved the vision in one of my eyes, 15 or so years ago. I trust Dr. Kaiser and the staff of the Cole Eye Institute. I will not go anywhere else for my vision care.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2021
I have recommended someone else to Dr. Kaiser...my Mother-in-Law. The eye doctor she was seeing gave her a diagnosis that did not seem or sound correct even to me. I recommended that she seek a second opinion with Dr. Kaiser. She saw Dr. Kaiser and he confirmed my beliefs. My Mother-in-Law continues to see Dr. Kaiser
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2021
Great professional grouup with Dr. Kaiser. All questions are answered, and information shared. Thank you
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2021
appointment was timely and moved along with efficiency each step was explained by tech and doctors
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2021
doctor Kaiser and personnel answered all questions expecially those my son (caregiver) asked with detail and conciseness
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2021
Dr. kaiser is a top notch physician not only for his knowledge and expertise but also for the manner in which he treats his patients.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2021
Excellent doctor!
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2020
I encountered a technician who did eye tests, dilated eyes etc., a technician who did telemetry on my eyes, a Fellow who examined my eyes and reviewed the pictures, and Dr. Kaiser, who examined my eyes, reviewed the pictures, discussed the progress in my condition, commented on a couple of peripheral concerns, and sent me on my way. Everyone was first rate, the fellow, and Dr.Kaiser is the best!
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2020
I feel perfectly at ease, and confident when I have an app ointment with Dr. Kaiser.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2020
Dr. Kaiser and his assistants are the best!
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2020
dr kaiser #1 dr.