Ophthalmic Associates (O.A.) was founded in 1972 when Kenneth T. Richardson, M.D. left the chairmanship at University of Pittsburgh to return to Alaska. Nurse Karen Lowe and orthoptist Diane Armitage helped to set up our initial office at 6th & K St. Additional doctors were recruited, including Aharon Sternberg, Ed Crouch, Jan Nyboer, Scott Limstrom, and Bob Rigg.
Our practice moved to 542 West Second Avenue in 1981. Over the years, Ophthalmic Associates offered satellite clinics in Kodiak, Cordova, Wasilla, and Homer. Dr. Richardson continued an active clinical glaucoma practice while simultaneously teaching, producing one of the first electronic medical record systems, and consulting at Baylor University in Houston, Texas.
Our practice moved to 542 West Second Avenue in 1981. Over the years, Ophthalmic Associates offered satellite clinics in Kodiak, Cordova, Wasilla, and Homer. Dr. Richardson continued an active clinical glaucoma practice while simultaneously teaching, producing one of the first electronic medical record systems, and consulting at Baylor University in Houston, Texas.
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Dr. Morgan spent her childhood in Asheville, NC. She moved west to complete her B.A. at the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated with honors. Dr. Morgan received her M.D. from The University of California, San Francisco and pursued post-graduate training at the University of Washington, where she devoted two years to basic science research and two years to surgical residency.
Dr. Kelly Lorenz is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in glaucoma and cataract surgery. She received her B.S., cum laude, from Wake Forest University in North Carolina, and received her M.D., cum laude, from The Ohio State University. Dr. Lorenz completed her Ophthalmology residency and glaucoma fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan.
The lens in your eye is responsible for focusing the light onto the retina in the back of the eye, just as a camera lens would focus light onto the film in a camera. Being diagnosed with cataracts means that your naturally clear lenses (behind the iris or colored part of your eye) have become opaque or hazy.
In addition to your cornea, the lens in your eye is responsible for focusing the light onto the retina in the back of the eye, just as a camera lens would focus light onto the film in a camera. Being diagnosed with cataracts means that your naturally clear lens (behind the iris or colored part of your eye) has become opaque or hazy.
Neuro-ophthalmology is concerned with the visual system and its relationship with the brain. As a practice, it treats a number of diseases or deformities related to the orbit (or eye socket), including reconstructive surgery. At Ophthalmic Associates, Dr. Rosen specializes in examining, diagnosing and treating patients with neuro-ophthalmologic disorders.
Reviews (14)
Sabrina Kern
Sep 25, 2021
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Marsha Rodrigues
Jul 02, 2021
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I have been a patient of Elizabeth Morgan. I would not think of seeing anyone else as my care has been excellent. Dr. Morgan has become a friend, much more than just my surgeon. My last visit was particularly interesting as she took additional time to review the history of my care since coming to her for glaucoma. It provided additional insight to my disease and the stability of the eyes. The office is professional and staff welcoming and has made me feel part of the family of care takers.
Hokus Bogus
Jul 01, 2021
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Matthew Benedetti
Jun 21, 2021
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Worsened my dad's eyesight, and don't care about it.
Dad had procedure done to correct an issue, and was then referred to a different practice to address the need for prisms. Months after, my dad has terrible sensitivity to light and cannot open the blinds in the house without causing terrible headaches and eye aches.
After placing calls and leaving messages, the only response received was "well the surgery was a success so I don't know what is going on."
No interest in setting up a follow up exam, no interest in getting to the root of the problem, just a handoff back the prisms clinic, which
Dad had procedure done to correct an issue, and was then referred to a different practice to address the need for prisms. Months after, my dad has terrible sensitivity to light and cannot open the blinds in the house without causing terrible headaches and eye aches.
After placing calls and leaving messages, the only response received was "well the surgery was a success so I don't know what is going on."
No interest in setting up a follow up exam, no interest in getting to the root of the problem, just a handoff back the prisms clinic, which
SandraW
Jun 11, 2021
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John Cole
Mar 17, 2021
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I recently had my eyes checked and prescription updated by Sarah Tolliver, PA. She made me feel completely at ease throughout the appointment, and took the time to answer my questions and concerns. I felt that Sarah was genuinely interested in the health of my eyes. She was kind and personable, but above all very knowledgeable, and someone I fully trust with my vision.
The entire staff was very polite, and they always introduced themselves to me which I appreciated. I highly recommend Sarah Tolliver and Ophthalmic Associates.
The entire staff was very polite, and they always introduced themselves to me which I appreciated. I highly recommend Sarah Tolliver and Ophthalmic Associates.
David Little
Oct 10, 2020
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Toni T.
Feb 23, 2020
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My husband has been seeing Dr. Morgan for more than 10 years and she is AWESOME... totally a 5 Star doctor... however this review is for OA as a whole.
Their reception staff is less than mediocre. Over all these years, all that we have dealt with seem as though they despise their job. They're not friendly, nor very helpful and at times, a few have been downright rude.
We've learned the ropes and what to expect, which is unfortunately a 3 hour appointment, however only about 30-45 minutes is actually being seen by the techs or doctor. I've learned to bring a book, knitting
Their reception staff is less than mediocre. Over all these years, all that we have dealt with seem as though they despise their job. They're not friendly, nor very helpful and at times, a few have been downright rude.
We've learned the ropes and what to expect, which is unfortunately a 3 hour appointment, however only about 30-45 minutes is actually being seen by the techs or doctor. I've learned to bring a book, knitting
Ryan Stafford
Jan 08, 2020
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After several tests I learned that my vision is 20/20 and my eyes are doing well. At my age I expected to hear my vision wasn't as sharp, but the doctor said I'm doing well. If you're visiting the Ophthalmic Associates I hope you have positive news too, however I'm confident that you're in the right place no matter the situation. Parking is a little strange here, but there is a parking lot next door and it's free. Make sure the parking sign says, "Ophthalmic Associates" or you're in the wrong parking lot. There are stairs, many stairs, so expect a mild workout to visit the waiting rooms and restrooms
David H.
Oct 11, 2018
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Busy clinic that is efficient, polite and very skilled and professional. Office staff was very polite and responsive to my needs. Dr. Franks assistant was very kind and caring with her exam and technique. I don't like people near my eyes but I hardly knew her hands were there. Dr. Frank was very thorough and knowledgeable. Found an issue that needed immediate attention and within 4 hours I had an appointment with a specialist- after the team navigated the bureaucratic waters in what seems to be record time. As far as the location, its a beautiful office. Parking was no problem. This busy little
Cathy N.
Apr 28, 2017
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I have always had the best of care with the doctors here. Dr. Rosen operated on my eye a few years ago, and he did an excellent job. I am continually amazed at the lack of pain and good results that came from that surgery. I have had numerous other doctors tell me what a good job was done on my eye. The other doctors here are excellent as well - I have never had a bad experience here. The nurses, especially Nancy, are competent and caring. I have had them sit with me while I cried over some pretty tough decisions concerning treatments I needed. Sometimes the wait can be a bit long, as they are
Jane Q.
Jul 25, 2016
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First off, the front office staff, other that Christine (?), are inconsistent, unprofessional and often rude. One visit more time was spent taking each other's lunch order than dealing with patients! Second, although I went on a referral due to severe dry eye, my chart was never read, as the doctor (in the 4.5 minutes I actually saw her) prescribed the exact same things which have already been tried by optometrists in town!!! You can bet I won't go back-why pay astronomical money to wait forever to finally be told what you already know!! By the way, a local optometrist diagnosed and treated
Yelena Y.
Dec 11, 2015
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All I needed is to remove a skin tag below my eye. The dermatologist said it would be better if an eye surgeon would do it, and sent me to the Ophthalmic Associates. Appointment was maid, but I had to wait about 50 minutes to get to the doctor and be informed that he was busy and to get me rescheduled. Good, I paid $199 (what for??) and a couple months later showed up for my tag removing appointment. This time I had to wait more than an hour and still did not get to even see the doctor. I left and not sure if I'm gonna be back. So frustrating! Like me and my time don't matter at all
Jennifer M.
Oct 09, 2015
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Because I said sometimes my vision gets blurry when I drive they said it is a medical claim and not a vision claim and therefore charged me more money. The doctor said my vision gets blurry because my eyes get dry because the air from the car vents are blowing on me. I turned the direction of the vents, no more dry eye and no more blurry vision. Because they are greedy and wanted more money they submitted it to my insurance company as a medical claim this means I had to pay a 250.00 deductible and 20 percent after that. If it would have been submitted as a vision claim my insurance would have paid