Dr. James Osher grew up in Cincinnati and is a third generation Cincinnati ophthalmologist. He attended Tulane University, where he earned both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree in Cell and Molecular Biology. He completed medical school and Residency training in Ophthalmology at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, followed by a two-year surgical retina fellowship... Read More about James Osher, M.D.

Born in Santiago, Chile, Dr. Balcells completed her medical training and ophthalmology residency at Universidad De Chile. She then completed a two-year fellowship in Oculoplastics and Orbital Surgery at Cincinnati Eye Institute. Dr. Balcells specializes in surgical reconstruction, performing lid and lacrimal repairs weekly. She is the Oculoplastics chief consultant at the National Eye Trauma Unit of Chile and the... Read More about Rosa Balcells, MD

Dr. Julie Evans is an Optometrist serving patients in the Cincinnati, OH area at the 9525 Kenwood Rd. Clarkson Eyecare eye care clinic, specializing in comprehensive eye exams. To book a consultation with Dr. Evans, click the link above to our Patient Portal and follow the on-page instructions to book online, or you can give us a phone call.

Dr. Luke B. Lindsell received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology from Wabash College in Indiana then attended Indiana University College of Optometry. He joined the Ophthalmology/Optometry Department at the Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center and after 3 years in practice at the Cincinnati VA, Dr. Lindsell returned to medical school at the University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine.... Read More about Luke Lindsell, M.D., O.D.

Dr. Robert A. Sisk is a Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. His peers selected him as one of The Best Doctors in America. Dr. Sisk serves adults and older children at the CEI offices in Edgewood, Kentucky and Blue Ash, Ohio. He provides care for neonates, infants, and... Read More about Robert Sisk, M.D.

Dr. Kevin E. Lai is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained neuro-ophthalmologist with over 10 years of experience in Indiana. He earned his B.S. in Computer Science and his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma. Dr. Lai completed his ophthalmology residency at Texas A&M University, followed by neuro-ophthalmology training at Dean McGee Eye Institute. He founded Circle City Neuro-Ophthalmology in... Read More about Kevin Lai, MD

Evelyne Mechas, OD was born in Canada and raised in Lexington, Kentucky where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Spanish at The University of Kentucky. After her undergraduate studies, Dr. Mechas moved to Columbus and received her doctorate from The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Dr. Mechas continued her education by completing an Ocular Disease Residency... Read More about Evelyne Mechas, OD

Marwan Abdulaal, M.D. is a member of the vitreoretinal service at Cincinnati Eye Institute (CEI). He is board-certified in ophthalmology. Dr. Abdulaal, did two residencies in ophthalmology. The first was at the American University of Beirut, Lebanon, and the second was at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio. He completed fellowship training in medical retina at Harvard Medical School and... Read More about Marwan Abdulaal, MD

Michael L. Nordlund, M.D., Ph.D. is an ophthalmic surgeon specializing in cataract surgery including advanced lens implantation and corneal transplantation. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Clinical Governance Board Cincinnati Eye Institute Vision Partners (CVP). He also serves on the Executive Committee for CVP.

Dr. Nuchikat sees patients at Cincinnati Eye Institute, providing post surgical care in conjunction with Dr. Michael Snyder. Dr. Nuchikat is a volunteer for the One Sight program donating his time to provide free examinations to underprivileged children in the Cincinnati Public Schools. He has also been a member of an international team of physicians providing healthcare in developing nations.

John S. Cohen, M.D. is Director Emeritus of the Glaucoma Service at the Cincinnati Eye Institute (CEI). He is a graduate of the University of Louisville School of Medicine, received his Ophthalmology training at the University of Cincinnati, and completed his glaucoma Fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Cohen was Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the University... Read More about John Cohen, M.D.

Dr. Barfell joins Cincinnati Eye Institute as a Cataract and Refractive Surgeon specializing in Laser Vision Correction. He completed his undergraduate degree at Cedarville University and received the prestigious President’s Trophy for the 2011 graduating class, awarded to one male and one female student who demonstrated leadership, campus involvement, and academic achievement. He then attended the University of Cincinnati College... Read More about Andrew Barfell, MD

Brian K. Kuhlman, O.D. joined Cincinnati Eye Institute (CEI) 2004 to provide Optometric services and to assist in the Glaucoma Clinic, working closely with Anup Khatana, MD. He received his Doctoral Degree from the Ohio State University in 2003, where he also worked on his undergraduate education. During his training, Dr. Kuhlman completed his Externship at the Veterans Administration Medical... Read More about Brian Kuhlman, O.D.

Dr. Stephanie Ma practices comprehensive medical ophthalmology including the use of lasers for the management of glaucoma. She is actively involved in clinical research and has presented scientific research at the national level at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. During medical school, she was a member of the World Health Student Organization and participated in a mission... Read More about Stephanie Ma, M.D.

Dr. Snyder has, with Dr. Robert Osher, pioneered artificial iris prosthesis use in the United States, aiding in the rehabilitation of acquired traumatic iris defects or congenital iris defects such as aniridia and ocular albinism. He organized and executed the clinical study that led to the first and only FDA approval of the custom-matched artificial iris. Dr. Snyder has also... Read More about Michael E Snyder, MD

Kelly M. Lutmer, O.D., M.S, is a member of the cornea, glaucoma, and uveitis teams at the Cincinnati Eye Institute. She sees patients at the University Medical Arts Building in Clifton, the Blue Ash office, and the Middletown office.

Mary Beth Yackey, O.D. joined Cincinnati Eye Institute (CEI) in 2004. She provides patient care at the Blue Ash, Ohio and Edgewood, Kentucky offices. Dr. Yackey is a provider of Optometric Services and is a member of the Vitreoretinal team. She enjoys co-managing pre- and post-operative patients. Her practice emphasizes eye diseases such as cataract, diabetes, macula related conditions, vascular... Read More about Mary Beth Yackey, O.D.

Kevin T. Corcoran, O.D. has been practicing at Cincinnati Eye Institute (CEI) since 1984. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Physiological Optics, as well as his Doctorate of Optometry from Ohio State University. He completed his Residency at Veteran’s Administration Medical Center in Cleveland and is certified by the International Board of Optometric Examiners in the treatment and... Read More about Kevin Corcoran, O.D.

Dr. Brennen Yaquinto graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology with minors in music and business. He then continued his education at The Ohio State University College of Optometry. During this training, Dr. Yaquinto also completed a research-based Masters of Vision Science degree with a focus on the advantage of contact lenses over... Read More about Brennen Yaquinto, OD

Robert H. Osher, MD is Professor of Ophthalmology at the College of Medicine of the University of Cincinnati and Medical Director Emeritus of the Cincinnati Eye Institute. His practice has been limited to cataract and implant surgery by referral for thirty-five years.

Dr. Kavitha Sivaraman is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and corneal surgery. She serves as both the Medical Director of Cincinnati Eye Institute and co-chair of the Clinical Governance Board.

Barbara Houde O.D., M.Sc., joined the Cincinnati Eye Institute (CEI) to assist in the glaucoma and retina clinics. After 13 years of working in the retina clinic, she transitioned her focus solely to the glaucoma clinic. Dr. Houde earned her Doctorate of Optometry from the University of Montreal in 1994 and went on to complete a Primary Care Residency at... Read More about Barbara Houde, O.D., M.Sc.