Careen Lowder, MD, PhD
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View All PlansAbout Careen Lowder, MD, PhD
Careen Y. Lowder, MD, PhD, was born in Hong Kong, SAR China, and raised in Brazil where she completed her secondary education. She obtained her BA, MD and PhD degrees at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. She completed her internship and residency in ophthalmology at Cleveland Clinic. This was followed by fellowships in uveitis at F.I. Proctor Foundation and in ophthalmic pathology, both at the University of California San Francisco.
Dr. Lowder has been a full, professional Staff Physician at Cleveland Clinic since 1986. She is Past-President of the Cleveland Ophthalmological Society and was on its Education Committee from 1994 through 2004. Dr. Lowder has been Activity Director for Ophthalmology Grand Rounds since 1999 and a member of the Board of Directors of the Cleveland Clinic Alumni Association as Specialty Director for Ophthalmology from 2002-2010. She was elected President of the Panamerican Society in Ocular Inflammatory Diseases in 1999.
Dr. Lowder has been leader of the World Class Service Team at Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute, and patient satisfaction has improved from 42% excellent to 84% during her tenure. Dr. Lowder is frequently invited to speak at national and international meetings and has more than 100 publications in the field of uveitis.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1986
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of California San Francisco Medical Center
Ext. Dis & Uveitis Fel
San Francisco,
CA USA
1983
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Ophthalmology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1982
Internship - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1979
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1978
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Microbiology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1975
Undergraduate - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Biology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1970
Professional Highlights
- Member, Ophthalmic Knowledge Base Panel for Uveitis, American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Member, Basic Clinical Science Course, Committee on Intraocular Inflammation and Uveitis, American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Writer for Periodic Ophthalmic Review Test, American Board of Ophthalmology
- Associate Examiner, American Board of Ophthalmology
- President, Panamerican Society of Ocular Inflammatory Diseases
Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Specialty Interests
cataract and lens implant surgery, Ocular Inflammatory Diseases, Pathology, Uveitis
Awards & Honors
- Senior Achievement Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2005
- Best Doctors in America, 2001-2008
Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
- American Uveitis Society
- International Uveitis Study Group
- Panamerican Society of Ocular Inflammatory Diseases
Research & Publications
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262 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
37 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
I was able to schedule an urgent visit for some acute eye symptoms. All the staff including Dr. Fell and Dr. Lowder were extremely professional, prompt, courteous and thorough. I received excellent care , as I have come to rely on from the Cole Eye Institute.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2023
Best move I've made for my eyes. Love Dr. Lowder. She is very good at what she does and lucky to have her
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2023
Dr. Lowder is always kind and compassionate, not to mention she's brilliant.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2023
My overall experience was very good just not with Dr louder she entered the room and did not even say hello
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023
With exception of time this doc is amazing
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023
Dr. Lowder has been the most considerate physician.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023
I have been seeing her for over 30 years she is excellent
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2023
Dr Lowder is amazing and I am extremely grateful to have her as my doctor.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023
Dr Lowder is just awesome!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
No complaints with this wonderful Doctor.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
Dr. Careen Lowder is someone whom I trust. She is highly intelligent and she cares about her patients. What I truly appreciate is her direct no nonsense approach. I know she will tell me in a professional manner pros and cons. She is truly above the grade of most physicians. I respect her above all.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2023
Dr.,Careen Lowder is an excellent provider!! She has helped improve my eye problem so much! I was concerned that I would lose my vision period! I was referred to her and I am so grateful that I'm under her care!
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022
Dr Lowder is an excellent doctor. She is caring and very informative.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2022
Caring doctor
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2022
I will never return to see Dr. Lowder or any other physician at the Cole Eye Institute, and I will be sure to discourage others from seeking care here. This was without a doubt the worst experience I've ever had in my 8 years of eye treatment.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2022
Dr. Lowder is the only Ophthalmologist I regularly see since the 1980's. All my Family have been her patients.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2022
*Dr. Lowder is an exemplary physician, and I feel blessed to have her as my doctor.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2022
Thank you, *Dr. Lowder!
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2022
Dr Lowder showed compassion, concern and was very thorough In explaining eye exam procedures and answering my questions
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2022
A more interactive and interactive discussion from the doctor on the patents would be appreciated.
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2022
Dr. Lowder is the most caring and detailed doctor I have ever been to. I have been seeing her for 15 years.
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2022
Excellent provider. I really appreciate her skills and care of my issue.
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2022
My doctor was respectful of my questions and collectively worked with me on care options.
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2022
Will gladly recommend Dr. Lowder to anyone.
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2022
Love Dr. Lowder.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2022
Very much liked that Dr. Lowder knew my local ophthalmologist when I mentioned his name
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2022
Dr. Lowder is perhaps the biggest asset and patient advocate on my sarcoidosis team. I credit her completeness and frequent follow ups to much of the progress I have experienced in the last year.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2022
It is always a pleasant experience seeing Dr Lowder
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2022
Dr. Lowder I believe is a good Dr. However she's to slow at correcting the problem 8 months is more than enough time
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2022
Dr. Lowder is fantastic!
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2022
Dr. Lowder makes my experience with great ease and professionalism and most important her kindness. Her care plan for my eyes have been wonderful news. Happy.
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2022
Dr lowder is the strongest patient advocate I know at the clinic - thorough and thoughtful in her approach to patient care.
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2022
I have seen Dr Lowder for over 10 yrs and it is always the best experience. It's one of my dr that I don't have too much anxiety over.
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2022
Dr lowder is the best Dr I love her
Reviewed on May 27, 2022
Dr. Careen Lowder is the Best Provider in this particular area of Opthalmology. I was originally referred by a provider from University Hospitals because they just couldn't figure out my problem.
Reviewed on May 27, 2022
As stated previously,I was originally referred by a provider at University Hospital due to the nature of my problem. CCF provider: Dr.Careen Lowder is excellent!
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2022
Dr. Lowder is an excellent physician. I had been treated for my eye condition for over a year with no improvement. Dr. Lowder not only found the proper treatment, she was the only doctor I saw who gave me a possible cause for my condition. I am extremely grateful to her and her staff. I would highly recommend the Cleveland Clinic because of my experience with Dr. Lowder and the Cole Eye Institute.