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Richard Stutzman, M.D.

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  • Head of the Cornea, External Diseases & Refractive Surgery Division
  • Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Ophthalmology

Clinical focus

  • Corneal and External Diseases
  • Laser Vision Correction/LASIK/PRK

Locations and contact

I see patients at
White brick building next to parking garage, and the buidling entrance reads Casey Eye Institute. There is also an extended cover for the patient drop off area at the building entrance.
Casey Eye Institute
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About me

Dr. Richard Stutzman is a specialist in cornea and external diseases and his clinical interests include refractive surgery (PRK and LASIK). His research interests include international ophthalmology, ocular trauma and laser refractive surgery.

Dr. Stutzman earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College before completing his residency in ophthalmology at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. He continued his training by completing his fellowship in cornea and external diseases at Wilmer Eye Institute.

Dr. Stutzman is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of the National Board of Medical Examiners, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the Society of Military Ophthalmologists.

A native of New York, Dr. Stutzman is a retired military ophthalmologist who enjoys running, cooking, good food, and outdoor adventure with his family.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.S., 1988, Siena College
    • M.D., 1992, Albany Medical College

  • Internship

    • Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Internal Medicine (1992 – 1993)

  • Residency

    • Walter Reed Army Medical Center (1995 – 1998)

  • Fellowship

    • Cornea & External Diseases, Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University (2001-2002)

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Ophthalmology
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.8 out of 5 (294 Ratings, 78 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey patient surveys.

  1. By the time, I finally got to see the doctor because he was behind. He was excellent.

  2. I was treated very well

  3. Xlnt care and they know their job. Thanks

  4. It was excellent

  5. Doctor Stutzman is a superior practitioner at Casey. He is always interested in the patient's experience that brought the patient to his services. He is an advocate for getting things done if they are feasible and that makes the patient feel very thankful and appreciated. He interacts well with all of his staff members and they then interact effectively with a patient. OHSU is extremely blessed to have his services.

  6. Very professional, straight to the point and communication was good

  7. Both the fellow and attending physician were great! Excellent bedside manner and very informative.

  8. Thoughtful and caring. Easy to understand and upbeat.

  9. He is the best as far as I'm concerned.

  10. I feel this is a professional team that works well together. Everyone left their egos at the door.

  11. Casey Eye is the best in all ways and has been since the first time I was seen by a cornea specialist several years ago! Each doctor has given me their best treatment, and Dr. Stutzman is doing the same!

  12. Dr Stutzman is the best in Oregon as far as I am concerned

  13. The Dr was very professional and caring. He explained things to me and proceeded with my welfare in mind.

  14. Very professional and showed great concern for patients

  15. Very good

  16. Very friendly

  17. He was very competent, and did a thorough exam of my eye. He listened to my concerns and answered my questions. I feel completely at ease with him taking care of the up-coming surgery needed.

  18. Excellent care. Efficient and thorough.

  19. He's very thoughtful and through and has helpful solutions

  20. Straight-forward, efficient

  21. That they always give us a good deal

  22. The procedure went very well and very happy with Dr. Stutsman.

  23. The doctor is always very friendly and helps explains what's going on and what it means.

  24. Dr.Stutzman has performed two calcium descalings over 6 years. He is excellent!!!

  25. Very professional and easy to communicate with.

  26. This is a very nice clinic. I always have a good visit when I come. The doctor is wonderful. The nurses are wonderful. I can't say enough about it. I really enjoy my visits.

  27. He seems confident knowledgeable and Answered all the questions I asked with really good precise answers

  28. Identified a problem and acted quickly for continued evaluation and follow up

  29. He's such a good listener, think about solutions in real time and great communicator

  30. Very good gave detailed information about what I need .