Dr. Jonathan A. Adler, MD

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Get to know Ophthalmologist Dr. Jonathan A. Adler, who serves patients in Bradenton, Florida.

Dr. Adler is among the leading ophthalmologists in Southwest Florida, having been the first doctor to successfully perform LASIK in Manatee County. Since this achievement in 1996, he and his team at Adler Eye Institute have become trusted experts to treat a variety of ocular conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.

“Since 1991, we’ve proudly served Sarasota-Manatee patients with comprehensive, state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical eye care designed to bring healthy, clear results. We take great pride in building lasting relationships, which is why we take the time to get to know you, your vision requirements, and your distinct lifestyle needs.” as stated on the practice’s website. 

Professionally, Dr. Adler is affiliated with several hospitals and medical centers in Bradenton, including Manatee Memorial Hospital, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, Blake Hospital, Outpatient Surgery Centers – Manatee and Sarasota Counties, Premier Surgery Center of Sarasota, and Gulf Coast Surgery Center. Among his various achievements, he was the first to implant the new generation of multifocal implants for cataract surgery.

In addition to being a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the International Society of Refractive Surgeons, he serves as a Board Member on the Manatee Memorial Hospital PHO Committee and the Manatee County Medical Society.

Back in 1982, Dr. Adler earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Science and Mathematics from Muhlenberg College, where he graduated Cum Laude. He then went on to obtain his Master of Science degree in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University in 1983, followed by his medical degree from the Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1987.

Wanting to further his education, he completed his medical internship at the Medical College of Georgia in 1988, followed by his residency at the Georgetown University Medical Center in 1991.

The doctor is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology, which is an independent, non-profit organization responsible for certifying ophthalmologists in the United States of America. 

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine and surgery, which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Ophthalmologists are experts in the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye. They may provide routine care such as vision testing, as well as prescribe and fit eyeglasses or contact lenses. However, ophthalmologists are also surgeons. They repair traumatic injuries to the eye and perform cataract, glaucoma, and corneal surgery.

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