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Dr. Christopher Joseph, DO

Ophthalmologist

Dr. Christopher Joseph is an Ophthalmologist practicing in Brookfield, Ohio. Dr. Joseph specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Joseph can practice medicine as well as surgery. Ophthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Joseph can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations, and prescribe eye glasses and contacts.Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.

Dr. Joseph is a Shenango Valley native. He completed his undergraduate degree at Allegheny College in Mathematics. He then attended medical school at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Joseph completed his Ophthalmology Residency at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then a Fellowship in Pittsburgh focusing on LASER Cataract Surgery and Minimally invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGs), including Istent. Dr. Joseph is a board-certified Ophthalmologist, receiving his certification in 2012.

Dr. Joseph is one of the few Ophthalmologists in the United States recognized for his excellence by the American College of Surgeons (ACS). In 2018, the ACS nominated Dr. Joseph as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).
17 years Experience
Dr. Christopher Joseph, DO
Specializes in:
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Brookfield, OH
  • PCOM
  • Accepting new patients

Can a 3 year old child have glasses?

Some children do need glasses at the age of 3, so see an ophthalmologist.

My dad is suffering from hypertension. Of late he has been complaining of double vision. Are the two related?

It's possible, but not likely. He should see an Ophthalmologist for his double vision.

Could my dry eyes be due to excessive exposure to the computer screen?

Yes, long periods of screen use cause and worsen dry eyes. Try OTC artificial tears 4 times a day. If this doesn't improve your dry eyes then see an Ophthalmologist.

My eyes are red and itching badly. Why is this happening?

It is likely allergies, see an Ophthalmologist.

I have a blood clot in my eyes. Is it serious?

Yes, see an Ophthalmologist.

Does not wearing glasses all the time increase eye power?

Glasses do not weaken your eyes and not wearing glasses does not strengthen them.

I want to wear contacts

The contact may not fit right or you could have something wrong with your eyelid. See an ophthalmologist.

Is there an age restriction for a refractive surgery?

Refractive surgery should not be considered until at least 21 years of age.

Can diabetes cause reading difficulties?

Diabetes can cause retinopathy and cataracts. See an ophthalmologist.

What type of anesthesia is used for cataract surgery?

Typical eye drops to numb your eye and “twilight sedation.” Using an IV medicine.

What are the treatment options for myopia?

Glasses, contacts, refractive eye surgery

Is seeing eye floaters normal?

It’s normal to have some floaters. If you are experiencing new or large floaters or are seeing flashes of light, then you should see an Ophthalmologist.

Is cataract surgery painful?

No, your eye will be numbed using eye drops before the surgery starts.

What is the right age for Lasik eye surgery?

LASIK surgery can be done at 21 years of age, as long as his glasses prescription has been stable.

How long does cataract surgery last?

Cataract surgery should last a lifetime.

Can I drive after Lasik?

Yes you will need a driver.