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Dr. Sarah J. Michelson is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist and Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the UPMC Vision Institute. A Philadelphia native, she graduated summa cum laude from Drexel University and earned her medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, where she was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha as a junior. She completed ophthalmology residency at the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, later serving as Graduate Chief Resident and receiving the Terry J. Bergstrom Faculty Teaching Award. After time on the Wills Eye Hospital staff, she returned to Pittsburgh to focus on patient care and resident education. Dr. Michelson cares for adults with a wide range of eye conditions and performs cataract surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, and office-based laser procedures. She also treats urgent eye problems, performs ocular trauma repair and minor eyelid procedures, and partners closely with referring providers. Patients appreciate her clear communication, practical guidance, and emphasis on evidence-based, individualized care.

Joseph Matz, MD, is a comprehensive ophthalmologist who provides medical and surgical eye care with particular expertise in cataract and glaucoma management. At SightMD Pennsylvania, he offers a full range of services including advanced cataract surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma procedures, and care for macular degeneration, uveitis, and dry eye. Dr. Matz completed his ophthalmology residency at Temple University Hospital after earning his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Franklin & Marshall College and completed his internship at Abington Jefferson Hospital. Patients value his clear explanations and thoughtful approach to personalized treatment plans. Outside the clinic, he enjoys skiing and running, and he brings the same focus and discipline to helping patients protect and improve their vision.

Dr. Meghan Lockwood is a comprehensive ophthalmologist at the Scheie Eye Institute who sees adults for routine and medical eye care. She helps patients manage dry eye, eyelid inflammation, and common infections, and also evaluates visual changes such as floaters or sudden redness. Her approach emphasizes education and shared decision-making so people feel confident about their treatment and follow-up. Dr. Lockwood serves as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology. She earned her medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her ophthalmology residency at Montefiore Medical Center. She provides timely, evidence-based care and coordinates closely with patients’ primary and specialty teams when systemic conditions affect eye health.