Cornea and Refractive Surgical Specialist | Gary Varley, MD

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When Dr. Varley completed his training, he joined the professional staff at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation where he served as the Principle Investigator for the Cleveland Clinic’s excimer laser program. Dr. Varley joined Cincinnati Eye Institute (CEI) in 1994 as a cornea and refractive surgical specialist. He serves as the Director of CEI’s Laser Vision Center where he specializes in laser vision correction.

In addition to his vast experience in PRK and LASIK, Dr. Varley also performs cataract surgery and manages patients with challenging corneal disease. Dr. Varley has published extensively, lectured frequently and continues to be selected as one of the Best Doctors in America and Top Doctors in Cincinnati.

Last Updated: January 6, 2021

Education & Training
Honors & Awards

Last Updated: January 6, 2021

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
Alma College, Alma, MI
Doctor of Medicine
University of Michigan Medical School
Internship
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH
Ophthalmology Residency
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH
Served as Chief Resident for the Cleveland Clinic Foundation’s Department of Ophthalmology
Training as a Heed Ophthalmic Fellow Specializing in Cornea and External Disease
Iowa Lions Cornea Center, University of Iowa
Subspeciality Training: Refractive and Excimer Laser Surgery
Louisiana State University

Honors & Awards

Visx Star Award
Best Doctors in America
Top Doctors in Cincinnati

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