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Zachary Kroeger, M.D.

Accepting new patients

  • Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Ophthalmology

Clinical focus

  • Retina and Vitreous Disease
  • Retina Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Building with several stories and all glass facing the patient drop off area and a walking bridge connecting to the neighboring building.
Elks Children's Eye Clinic
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Beige building with vaulted entrance in front of a hill of trees.
Casey Eye Institute Astoria
503 338 3803
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A brick building with trees in front of it in the winter.
Casey Eye Institute Vancouver
360 260-7132
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About me

Dr. Kroeger received his M.D. from the University of Miami, while simultaneously completing a Masters in Science in Genomic Medicine. He then trained at Baylor College of Medicine for residency, followed by a fellowship in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery at Casey Eye Institute.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., University of Miami
    • M.S., University of Miami

  • Internship

    • Internal Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine

  • Residency

    • Ophthalmology, Baylor College of Medicine

  • Fellowship

    • Retina, OHSU Casey Eye Institute

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Ophthalmology
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (506 Ratings, 194 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. He is great. Explains everything well, very personable and empathetic and efficient.

  2. Dr. Kroeger and his staff work very well together.

  3. Dr. Kroeger was warm and positive in his demeanor, which reduced my apprehension and made me feel relaxed. He expressed a sincere concern for my well-being and presented his evaluation of my condition clearly, using the scan images with a clear explanation of the information that they revealed. I was relieved to learn that my condition is stable, with no significant deterioration.

  4. Excellent!

  5. He listened to what I had to say.

  6. In my experience, Dr Kroeger and his associates at the Retina Clinic are an example of how well patient centered care can work. Everyone involved with my care over multiple diagnostic visits and surgery was efficient, courteous, professional, and excellent at communication. The Retina Clinic is an example of how a truly excellent patient experience can be done.

  7. Dr.Kroeger was clear in his assessment of my condition, answered all of my questions, and clearly laid out the rationale and timing of follow-up.

  8. Dr kroeger and the team at CEI are top tier. They emergently saw me for a suspected retinal tear - same day! They have been thorough, kind and humorous in a scary situation!

  9. The staff did imaging and the doctor showed me the results and clearly explained the results.

  10. Very knowledgeable. Good explanation of my problem. Very professional manner

  11. Always explaining what was happening and why

  12. Extremely knowledgeable. Discussed the problem and had excellent follow up when I had questions.

  13. Professional and listens

  14. Excellent

  15. Always good, Always smiling

  16. I love the care and understanding from Zachary Kroeger. His empathy and personality is awesome and he puts you at ease.

  17. He was professional, kind and explained what we were hoping to achieve with the procedure.

  18. Very good Dr. / Patient rapport.

  19. Good

  20. Excellent

  21. It went very well. He listened and answered all my questions.

  22. Dr Kroeger and the Retinal Surgical Team were brilliant in the way they supported each other and the patient. Having emergency surgery to repair a detached retina was scary and overwhelming. Dr. Kroeger and the team did an excellent job of providing us coherent and articulate answers to our questions and allay our fears and concerns. The surgery progressed in the way they prepared us, and we were well equipped to follow their post-op instructions to maximize the surgical results and healing. Dr. Kroeger is incredibly warm, friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. He engendered and earned our trust in his and the team's capable hands.

  23. It was very good, I was well served

  24. Good

  25. Dr. Kroeger cares, sits down and listens, patient with questions, highly skilled at explaining eye pathology and potentials effects of condition on the patient's life. I feel like I am in competent "hands."

  26. Excellent

  27. The physician and assistant explained everything very well to where I could understand.

  28. From the moment you walk in between the front desk staff to each person you encounter feel very comfortable and a top priority!

  29. Dr. Kroeger always takes the time to truly listen to and respond to questions. It is obvious that he truly cares, and that he had the knowledge and skill to translate his caring into effective treatment.

  30. 1st visit rough, 2nd visit wonderful