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Department Ophthalmology
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon Yes
Locations
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Primary Location

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Appointment:
216.444.2020
Desk:
216.444.6702
Fax:
216.445.2226
Specialties & Treatments

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 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
View all 20 Treatment & Services +

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
View all 11 Specialties +
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Biography

About 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

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

      Research & Publications

      See publications for Peter Kaiser, MD.

      (Disclaimer: This search is powered by PubMed, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. PubMed is a third-party website with no affiliation with Cleveland Clinic.)

      Industry Relationships

      Industry Relationships

      Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists may collaborate with the pharmaceutical or medical device industries to help develop medical breakthroughs or provide medical expertise or education. Cleveland Clinic strives to make scientific advances that will benefit patient care and support outside relationships that promise public benefit. In order for the discoveries of Cleveland Clinic physicians' and scientists' laboratories and investigations to benefit the public, these discoveries must be commercialized in partnership with industry. As experts in their fields, Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists are often sought after by industry to consult, provide expertise and education.

      To assure professional and commercial integrity in such matters, Cleveland Clinic maintains a program that reviews these collaborations and, when appropriate, puts measures in place to minimize bias that may result from ties to industry. Cleveland Clinic publicly discloses the names of companies when (i) its physicians/scientists receive $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) for speaking and consulting, (ii) its physicians/scientists serve as a fiduciary, (iii) its physicians/scientists receive or have the right to receive royalties or (iv) its physicians/ scientists hold any equity interest for the physician's/scientist's role as inventor, discoverer, developer, founder or consultant.* In publicly disclosing this information, Cleveland Clinic tries to provide information as accurately as possible about its physicians' and scientists' connections with industry.

      As of 8/3/2023, 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 (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:

      • Coherus BioSciences
      • Aviceda Therapeutics
      • Clearside Biomedical, Inc
      • Novartis International, AG
      • Genentech, Inc
      • Bausch and Lomb
      • Thea Laboratories
      • Merck Sharp & Dohme
      • Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
      • Iveric bio, Inc.
      • Annexon Biosciences, Inc.
      • Allergan Sales, LLC
      • RegenexBio, Inc.
      • Boehringer Ingelheim
      • Bayer AG
      • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
      • Biogen Idec, Inc.
      • Ocuphire Pharma, Inc.

      Donation of Financial Interest. Dr. Kaiser has consulted for, received compensation for serving as a fiduciary from, or received royalties from the following companies but instructed them to donate all compensation to not-for-profit causes or to the Cleveland Clinic to support research and education:

      • Stealth BioTherapeutics Incorporated

      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.

      Patient Satisfaction Reviews

      378 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
      4.9 out of 5
      Explains 4.9
      Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
      Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

      62 Patient Comments

      Reviewed on Sep 13, 2023

      The staff and Dr. Peter Kaiser are an amazing team. Each is a specialist and superior

      Reviewed on Aug 30, 2023

      DR.KAISER,did an outstanding job.I have had to undergo several eye surgeries and he is the best. I have and continue to recommend him to anyone in need.I travel about 2 hours to get to the Cole facility and am truly grateful that that a doctor of his caliber is that close.He is a franchise player.

      Reviewed on Aug 24, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is the best. His fellow Eric was phenomenal also!

      Reviewed on Aug 24, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is kind and thorough. His medical judgment is sound.

      Reviewed on Aug 23, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is pleasant and I feel that he knows me and my husband. Dr. Kaiser does not rush me and his team is polite and efficient. They make up for the inconvenience of the construction going on at your campus. We have many doctors located more conveniently with free parking. Dr. Kaiser and his team are worth the extra inconvenience.

      Reviewed on Aug 16, 2023

      Not provider It's your scheduling

      Reviewed on Aug 2, 2023

      *Dr. Kaiser has always been most helpful & encouraging. Always shows me the eye scan & explains what it shows.

      Reviewed on Aug 2, 2023

      Dr Kaiser seemed arrogant and made light of my condition. Did not give me treatment options I was happy with. Was dismissive of me. Bedside manner was very poor. Made light of the visit when I was very distressed about it. Felt like I was wasting his time.

      Reviewed on Aug 2, 2023

      Everything was great except for my experience with dr Kaiser

      Reviewed on Aug 2, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is a great doctor. I would recommend him to everyone. He is kind, thorough and takes time with his patients.

      Reviewed on Aug 2, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is wonderful. He explains clearly and takes his time listening to my questions. He also never seems to be in a hurry to finish up the appointment. He waits until we both understand that my questions have been answered. I leave feeling confident in my health care provider.

      Reviewed on Jul 19, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is an excellent doctor.

      Reviewed on Jul 12, 2023

      My appointment was originally scheduled with Dr. Toubolsi. After seeing me he determined that I was in the wrong group. He worked my case up and walked me to Dr. Peter Kaiser who finished the consultation. It was extremely well done and outstanding customer service.

      Reviewed on Jul 5, 2023

      Dr Kaiser very good. Other providers not consistently good Each provider had a different technique for the same procedure

      Reviewed on Jun 29, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser saw me very quickly... Quicker than normal.

      Reviewed on Jun 29, 2023

      Dr. Kazier is caring and I will definitely keep him as my doctor and recommend him to everyone

      Reviewed on Jun 28, 2023

      Great Doctor!

      Reviewed on Jun 21, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser's care is consistently superb. I also enjoy his sense of humor!

      Reviewed on Jun 21, 2023

      Dr Kaiser has been the best eye doctor I know. He is professional and knowledgeable. I am thankful he was able to discover the correct reason for my vision problems as I was misdiagnosed by the 1st retinal specialist that I was referred too. I referred myself to Dr. Kaiser for a second opinion. Best decision I made regarding my eye disease. I am thankful to Dr. Kaiser for accepting my self referral.

      Reviewed on Jun 15, 2023

      I have great trust and faith in Dr. Kaiser. He is very professional and cares for his patients!

      Reviewed on Jun 15, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is an exceptional and caring physician. I am fortunate to have him as my doctor in this matter.

      Reviewed on Jun 1, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is kind, compassionate and extremely knowledgeable.

      Reviewed on May 31, 2023

      Dr Kaiser is fabulous. This particular appointment was my 1 month follow up from my first retina surgery. I had the same surgery on the other eye two days ago. The results are excellent. He explains and shows me photos of what he will be doing and the post surgery results. I was scared to have any surgery on my eyes but trust him implicitly.

      Reviewed on May 31, 2023

      I always am treated with respect and the doctors and nurses always answer my questions fully and I have nothing but high praise for the staff.

      Reviewed on May 17, 2023

      Dr Kaiser and staff rock!

      Reviewed on May 10, 2023

      I always have a good experience with Dr. Kaiser.

      Reviewed on May 10, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser was very attentive and thorough.

      Reviewed on Apr 19, 2023

      Great doctor

      Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023

      I've been seeing Dr. Kaiser for 26 years and his care has always been excellent.

      Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023

      Very good doctor.

      Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023

      Great doctors

      Reviewed on Apr 6, 2023

      Dr Kaiser is very busy!

      Reviewed on Apr 6, 2023

      Dr Kaiser is excellent!

      Reviewed on Mar 1, 2023

      Dr Kaiser is the best

      Reviewed on Feb 22, 2023

      Dr Kaiser is not only the best retina specialist but a kind and caring man

      Reviewed on Feb 22, 2023

      Dr.Kaiser's the best!

      Reviewed on Feb 9, 2023

      Dr Kaiser is an excellent doctor and surgeon

      Reviewed on Feb 1, 2023

      Dr Kaiser is the best. I have been coming to him since 2006. Wouldnt think of going to anyone else. He is wonderful. Listens to concerns and is very reassuring.

      Reviewed on Jan 26, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is excellent. The doctor who administered the shot in my eye was excellent! It is the best shot experience I've had in my years coming up there since 1998! Wish I knew his name!

      Reviewed on Jan 26, 2023

      Excellent Dr. Kaiser.

      Reviewed on Jan 25, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is amazing. Always explaining the care and procedures needed to save my eyesight from macular degeneration. I would recommend him always for his expertise in eye care. Trust him and would not change doctors

      Reviewed on Jan 25, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser has an outstanding team

      Reviewed on Jan 25, 2023

      Excellent care I recommend ccf and Dr kaiser to everybody I meet.

      Reviewed on Jan 25, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser and his staff always do an excellent job, very professional! I have macular degeneration, lost my sight, Dr. Kaiser restore it!

      Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023

      Dr Kaiser went above and beyond to help my mother and we can't thank him enough.

      Reviewed on Jan 4, 2023

      Dr Kaiser has been helpful in treating a serious eye condition.

      Reviewed on Jan 4, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser is the top in his field!

      Reviewed on Jan 4, 2023

      Dr. Kaiser saved my vision several years ago. He has taken excellent care since then and I have complete trust in him. I recommend him to anyone with a retinal problem.

      Reviewed on Dec 15, 2022

      Dr. Kaiser has been very professional and caring with me. He has worked very hard to cure my defect.

      Reviewed on Nov 10, 2022

      Dr. Kaiser is phenomenal!

      Reviewed on Nov 10, 2022

      As always, I was greeted with a welcoming visit. My medical care was taken seriously and shown much interest in the prognosis. Dr. Kaiser doesn't just treat me as a patient but also as a friend. I also enjoy the fact that he isn't all business but also has a good sense of humor.

      Reviewed on Nov 9, 2022

      Please commend Dr. Kaiser for his excellence and expert knowledge in caring for my eye health. He is personable, explains the plan for the best care for my eye health. I would recommend him to everyone who has issues with their eye sight.

      Reviewed on Nov 9, 2022

      Dr. Peter Kaiser and support staff are extremely professional and personable in the care of patients.

      Reviewed on Oct 19, 2022

      I've already recommended Dr. Kaiser and his staff to friends and other family members. They are the best!

      Reviewed on Oct 5, 2022

      Dr Kaiser disagreed with our previous diagnosis but was careful to help us understand his reasoning and options moving forward. Will not a cure, he helped us develop a plan for further testing and a referral to a provider closer to home. A true empathic professional that makes his patient the focus of his time and attention.

      Reviewed on Sep 28, 2022

      I do not trust any other care provider Cleveland clinic is #1in my opinion

      Reviewed on Sep 28, 2022

      Dr. Kaiser is excellent, one of the reason I come to Cleveland clinic for my health care

      Reviewed on Sep 28, 2022

      Dr. Kaiser is amazing Doctor!

      Reviewed on Sep 28, 2022

      Dr. P. Kaiser is the best!

      Reviewed on Sep 15, 2022

      Excellent experience with Dr. Kaiser and his staff.

      Reviewed on Sep 15, 2022

      Dr.Kaiser and his staff were courteous and professional.

      Reviewed on Sep 15, 2022

      I feel very confident and relaxed with Dr. Kaiser

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