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Meet Dr. Stephens

Donald. C. Stephens III, M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist at Retina Specialists of Ohio, serving patients in the Cleveland and Akron areas. He specializes in the treatment of retinal diseases, ocular trauma, and diabetic eye disease.

Dr. Stephens earned his undergraduate degree from Kent State University and his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati. He completed a four-year residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Stephens is fellowship trained in the treatment of retina and ocular trauma diseases.

Having traveled extensively throughout the Dominican Republic, Dr. Stephens is President and Founder of Vision Quest, a non-profit group that provides free eye care to the underserved in that region.

Dr. Stephens is fluent in several languages including Spanish and Italian, and has helped chair many public health education projects. He is particularly interested in utilizing the newest FDA approved advancements in the treatment of macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease.

Education

  • Undergraduate degree | Kent State University
  • Doctor of Medicine | University of Cincinnati
  • Ophthalmology Residency | Albert Einstein College of Medicine Montefiore Medical Center
  • Fellowship in retinal diseases and ocular trauma | University of Alabama

Memberships and Affiliations

  • Member | American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • Diplomat | American Board of Ophthalmology
  • Member | Ohio Ophthalmology Association
  • Member | Summit County Medical Society
  • President and Founder | Vision Quest

Insurances Accepted

Most forms of insurance accepted. Please contact Retina Specialists of Ohio to learn more.

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Essence
  • GEHA
  • HealthLink

Contact Us

At Retina Specialists of Ohio, we take pride in providing the highest level of care and personalized attention to each of our patients in Cleveland and Akron. Please contact us to schedule a consultation.