Dr. Randall Olson

OphthalmologyCornea Specialist
Salt Lake City, UT
(801) 581-2352
Accepts Medicare

Location

65 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
Accepting New Patients

Areas of Expertise

Intraocular Lens (IOL) Surgery
Anterior Segment Disorders
External Eye Diseases
Corneal Disorders
Astigmatism Correction
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About Me

Dr. Randall J. Olson is a Distinguished Professor emeritus at the University of Utah who specializes in external eye diseases and anterior segment disorders. He focuses on cataract surgery and intraocular lens (IOL) surgery, with extensive expertise in managing complications of cataract surgery. Dr. Olson treats a range of conditions affecting the front part of the eye, including corneal disorders and anterior segment issues.

Throughout his career, Dr. Olson has conducted research that has improved the design of intraocular lenses and surgical techniques for cataract removal. He has served as chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences and CEO of the John A. Moran Eye Center, leading efforts to advance ophthalmic care. He continues to see patients and contribute to the field of ophthalmology through his clinical work and research.

Training

  • Intern

    Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital

    Residency
  • Fellow

    International Eye Foundation

    Fellowship
  • University of Florida

    Fellow

    University of Florida

    Fellowship
  • Louisiana State University

    Fellow

    Louisiana State University

    Fellowship
  • University of California - Los Angeles

    Resident

    1977

    UCLA

    Residency
  • MD

    University of Utah Hospital School of Medicine

    Medical School
  • University of Utah

    BA

    University of Utah

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Distinguished Professor

    2021

    University of Utah

  • Governor's Medal for Science and Technology

    2019

    State of Utah

  • Jan Worst Medal

    2016

    International Intra-Ocular Implant Club

  • Lifetime Achievement Award

    2015

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

  • Rosenblatt Prize for Excellence

    2014

    University of Utah

  • Kelman Award

    2014

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

  • Binkhorst Medal

    2012

    American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Publications & Press

  • A comparison of venturi and peristaltic based phacoemulsification efficiency in routine femtosecond laser cataract surgery

    Canadian journal of ophthalmology2024
  • Mortality and Causes of Death Among Individuals With Keratoconus

    Cornea2024
  • Subgroup Analysis from a Phase 1/2 Randomized Clinical Trial of 2.6% EDTA Ophthalmic Solution in Patients with Age-Related Cataract

    American journal of ophthalmology2024
  • Efficiency of a polymer-coated phacoemulsification tip in cataract surgery

    Journal of cataract and refractive surgery2023
  • Effect of phacoemulsification fluid flow on the corneal endothelium: experimental study in rabbit eyes

    Journal of cataract and refractive surgery2022
  • Reply : Effect of longitudinal and torsional ultrasound on corneal endothelial cells: experimental study in rabbit eyes

    Journal of cataract and refractive surgery2022

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
UT
License Numbers
164049-1205