About Us

Valley Eye Institute is regarded as one of the leading eye care centers in the Midwest. The doctors at the Valley Eye Institute have helped thousands of patients to achieve better vision through the use of advanced medical and surgical treatment of the eye.

Advanced Technology

Valley Eye Institute provides a customized approach to each patient's needs utilizing the latest surgical techniques available and the most advanced clinical and surgical equipment possible. From Laser Vision Correction (LASIK) using the VISX STAR laser and CustomVue Wavescan analyzer, to small incision sutureless cataract surgery and the ReStor multifocal intraocular lens, Dr. Stark is able to provide a variety of treatment options to best suit each and every patient. Learn more about our state of the art equipment by visiting our Technology page.

Experienced Doctors

The doctors at Valley Eye Institute provide a combined experience of over 30 years in the delivery of quality patient care for the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Dr. Stark is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience in refractive surgery and has been named as one of the top 100 refractive surgeons in the United States. Dr. Stark has personally performed over 15,000 successful cataract surgeries during his career.

Valley Eye Institute is recognized as a center of excellence by major pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers. Dr. Stark and Dr. Ward are active participants in conducting clinical trials on new medications and surgical technologies.

Dr. Stark is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the American Osteopathic Association, the Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology, the International Society of Refractive Surgeons, the Ohio State Medical Association and the Ohio Osteopathic Association.

Valley Eye Institute Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)

Valley Eye Institute's Surgery Center is a state licensed and Medicare certified Ambulatory Surgery Center.

Since 1979, Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC) has been a national leader in helping health care providers achieve a higher level of quality. One of the most important things we can do to earn your trust is to participate voluntarily in the quality assessment program of the AAAHC. Our accreditation tells you that Valley Eye Institute has met nationally recognized standards for quality care and underwent an extensive on-site survey of its facilities and services. The survey team, composed of physicians, nurses and administrators evaluated all aspects of patient care. Valley Eye Institute was rewarded with a perfect score on its examination!

Our Culture

Accreditation demands a high level of commitment and effort. It challenges us to find better ways to serve you the patient. It reminds us constantly that our first and most important responsibility is to see that you receive the best eye care we can possibly provide. Our accreditation gives you that extra measure of confidence you want in your health care services. It's one more way for us to say "We care about you."