Dr. Steven Bernstein

Dr. Steven L. Bernstein is a comprehensive ophthalmologist at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where he serves as Professor of Ophthalmology and Vice Chair for Research. He treats patients with a wide range of eye conditions, including both common and rare ocular disorders.

Dr. Bernstein has particular expertise in genetic-associated eye diseases and optic nerve disorders, such as nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), a condition that causes sudden vision loss due to a stroke of the optic nerve. He provides consultations at the University of Maryland Medical Center for patients with complex eye-related problems. His clinical approach combines comprehensive ophthalmic care with specialized knowledge in age-related and genetic optic nerve diseases.