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Meet Dr. Matthew Willett
About Me
Dr. Matthew Willett is a leading cataract surgeon and innovator in ophthalmology in Akron. He utilizes cutting-edge technology and specializes in minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries, which can be paired with cataract removal or performed independently. Dr. Willett was one of the first surgeons in the area to perform iStent surgery, a microscopic procedure that allows for the treatment of some types of glaucoma during cataract surgery.
As a fellowship-trained glaucoma surgeon, Dr. Willett has been selected to participate in several FDA clinical trials and has contributed numerous articles to scientific and medical journals. He currently serves as a Clinical Instructor of Surgery at the Northeast Ohio Medical University.
Outside of his practice, Dr. Willett enjoys spending time with his two children, woodworking, hiking, weightlifting, and fishing. He resides in Akron.
Training
Glaucoma
The Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute
FellowshipSumma Health Systems
Residency
Doctor of Medicine
Northeast Ohio Medical University
Medical School
Awards & Honors
Cum Laude graduate
Northeast Ohio Medical University
Golden Key National Honor Society
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology
Northeast Ohio Medical University
Clinical Assistant Professor
The Ohio State University College of Optometry
Investigator FDA clinical trials for glaucoma studies
Fellow
American Academy of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Fellow
American Glaucoma Society
Board Certified
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- OH
- License Numbers
- 35095181
