Boston University Eye Associates (BUEA) offers routine eye examinations as well as a wide array of diagnostic evaluations and treatments for patients of all ages with eye conditions such as cataracts, ocular surface disorders, glaucoma, dry eye, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. Our ophthalmologists perform surgical treatments for the most common conditions and refer patients to specialists when other testing or treatment is needed.

Locations and Contact

Leading Expertise

More than 42,000 Patients Treated Annually

We care for over 42,000 patients each year across our multiple locations, providing accessible, best-in-class eye care to communities throughout the Greater Boston region.

Recognized as Top Doctors by Boston Magazine

Multiple members of our team have been named in 2025 as Top Doctors by Boston Magazine, an annual honor that recognizes the region’s most accomplished physicians.

Full Range of Ophthalmology Subspecialties

BMC offers a full range of evaluations and treatments for eye conditions, including surgical care, routine exams, and prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses.

Programs and Clinics

Expert care for glaucoma prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment to help manage glaucoma and protect vision from long-term damage.
An ophthalmology program that helps people with vision loss maximize their remaining sight using personalized strategies and low vision aids.
Specialty care from a neuro ophthalmologist focused on conditions affecting the connection between the brain and the eyes.

Specialty eye care from ocular plastic surgeons to treat eyelid, tear duct, and orbital conditions and restore eye function and appearance.

Comprehensive eye care from an optometrist, including vision exams, diagnosis of eye conditions, and personalized care to support long-term vision health.
A program that offers care from a pediatric optometrist to treat vision problems in children and adults with double vision or misaligned eyes.
Expert care from a retina specialist using state-of-the-art imaging and retina surgery to diagnose and treat retinal conditions and help protect vision.

Education and Training

Ophthalmology Residency

The BMC ophthalmology residency aims to produce comprehensive clinical ophthalmologists who possess not only clinical knowledge and surgical skills, but also the judgement, confidence, and independence to succeed in a variety of career choices. Residents will gain experience in routine and urgent eye care cases as well as eye surgery.

Ophthalmology Fellowships

BMC’s ophthalmology department offers two fellowships: a two-year combined research and clinical fellowship in vitreo-retinal diseases and surgery and a one-year clinical fellowship in glaucoma. The vitreo-retinal disease fellowship provides comprehensive training in both medical retina and vitreo-retinal surgery. The glaucoma fellowship provides comprehensive training in both the medical and surgical management of glaucoma.

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