Caring for Central Ohio Since 1997

Practice Overview

• Mid Ohio Eye is a comprehensive ophthalmology and optometry practice based in Columbus, Ohio.
• Single main office located at 4830 Knightsbridge Blvd, Suite G, Columbus, OH 43214.
• Core clinical focus on cataract surgery (including advanced laser cataract options) and glaucoma diagnosis and treatment.
• Additional key services include comprehensive eye exams, retinal evaluation, and eyeglasses and contact lenses.
• Serving patients from Columbus and the broader central Ohio region since 1997.
• Group comprises board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists with fellowship training in glaucoma and comprehensive ophthalmology.
• Distinguishing capabilities include advanced laser cataract surgery, premium and presbyopia-correcting lens implants, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS).
• On-site optical shop provides designer eyewear, advanced lens options, and a wide range of specialty contact lenses, all within the same facility as medical and surgical care.

Practice Philosophy

• Emphasis on compassionate, personalized eye care delivered in a welcoming, family-friendly environment by board-certified physicians and experienced staff.
• Commitment to improving patients’ quality of life through both life-changing surgical procedures and high-quality routine and medical eye care.
• Strong focus on evidence-based care using state-of-the-art diagnostic technology and modern surgical techniques for cataract and glaucoma conditions.
• Active patient education through detailed condition pages (glaucoma, cataract, dry eye, etc.) and shared decision-making around lens options, surgery, and contact lenses.

Office Locations

4830 Knightsbridge Blvd – Columbus

• Address: 4830 Knightsbridge Blvd, Ste G, Columbus, OH 43214.
• Main phone: 614-488-8000.
• Fax: (614) 488-8610.
• Office hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm.
• Optical hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (same as office hours).
• Key services at this location: Comprehensive eye exams, advanced laser cataract surgery, glaucoma care including MIGS and laser procedures, and full optical/contacts services.
• Service area coverage: Central hub serving Columbus and surrounding central Ohio communities for both routine and complex eye conditions.

Provider Credentials & Expertise

Ashley N. San Filippo, MD

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training and specialization in glaucoma and comprehensive ophthalmology.
• Clinical focus on minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and advanced technology cataract surgery.
• Provides medical and surgical management of a wide spectrum of glaucoma types, along with cataract surgery and general eye care.
• Active in regional professional societies and community ophthalmology through practice involvement in central Ohio.

Elizabeth J. Cockerill, OD

• Optometrist providing primary eye care for patients of all ages with special interests in contact lenses and low vision.
• Holds a BS from Ohio University and graduated magna cum laude from The Ohio State University College of Optometry.
• Completed ocular disease residency at The Eye Center of Toledo, enhancing expertise in medical eye care.
• Former Clinical Director at TLC Laser Eye Center in Dublin, with experience in co-managing refractive surgery patients.
• Organizes vision screenings for Ohio Special Olympics athletes, reflecting a commitment to community and special-needs populations.

Michele Kane, OD

• Optometrist with clinical focus on binocular vision function and contact lenses, caring for patients of all ages.
• Earned an undergraduate degree from Arcadia University and graduated from Western University College of Optometry in Pomona, California.
• Prior experience at Edmonds Eye Associates in Philadelphia, supporting the Specialty Contact Lens, Low Vision, and Vision Rehabilitation Department for Wills Eye Hospital.
• Member of the American Optometric Association; emphasizes individualized vision solutions and patient-centered care.

Louise A. Doyle, DO – Emeritus

• Board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist and fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology.
• Specializes in cataract and refractive surgery and served as Medical Director of TLC Columbus.
• Completed medical education at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and ophthalmology residency at Doctors Hospital in Columbus.
• Holds clinical assistant professor roles at The Ohio State University (Optometry) and Ohio University (Ophthalmology), with long-standing involvement in state and national ophthalmology societies.

Heather C. Koelling, MD – Emeritus

• Board-certified general ophthalmologist in practice at Mid Ohio Eye since 1997.
• Undergraduate degree with honors from the University of Pennsylvania; medical degree with honors from Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY; member of Alpha Omega Alpha honor society.
• Completed internship at Mount Carmel Medical Center and ophthalmology residency at Akron City Hospital.
• Former Vice-Chairman and Division Chief of Ophthalmology at Doctors Hospital; assistant clinical professor roles at Doctors Hospital, The Ohio State University, and currently at Ohio University.
• Active member of AAO, ASCRS, Ohio Ophthalmological Society, Ohio State Medical Society, and Columbus EENT Society.

Treatment and Service Offerings

Comprehensive & Preventive Eye Care

• Comprehensive eye exams for adults and children, including screening for refractive errors, cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal disease.
• Management of common vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia with glasses, contacts, or surgical options when appropriate.
• Ongoing monitoring and education for chronic eye conditions, with regular follow-up to prevent vision loss.

Surgical Services – Cataract

• Cataract surgery offerings featuring advanced laser-assisted techniques and modern IOL options, including premium and presbyopia-correcting lenses.
• Cataract procedures are coordinated with glaucoma care when combined pathology is present.

Medical Eye Care – Glaucoma & Retina

• Glaucoma care encompasses risk assessment, diagnostic testing (tonometry, gonioscopy, optic nerve evaluation, pachymetry, visual field testing), medication management, and laser/surgical treatment.
• Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) options performed in combination with cataract surgery for appropriate patients.
• Medical management of corneal conditions including keratoconus, Fuchs’ dystrophy, infections, and injury, with referral to a corneal specialist when surgery is required.
• Comprehensive dry eye, blepharitis, corneal ulcer, eye allergy, and pink eye evaluation and treatment.
• Retinal evaluation for conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal tears, and flashes/floaters, supported by advanced imaging, with referral to a retina specialist for treatment.

Optical & Vision Correction Services

• Integrated optical shop with a broad selection of budget and designer frames and use of advanced lens technologies (digital progressives, anti-reflective, high-index, polarized, computer lenses, blue-light options).
• Contact lens services range from standard soft lenses to corneal and scleral RGP lenses, multifocal/bifocal designs, toric lenses for high astigmatism, keratoconus fittings, and custom-tinted lenses.
• Low vision and specialty lens support is coordinated through optometry providers experienced in rehabilitation and complex visual needs.

Proprietary Techniques & Treatment Protocols

• Integrated cataract and glaucoma pathway combining advanced laser cataract surgery with MIGS for patients who have both cataracts and glaucoma.
• Glaucoma management protocols that stage treatment from medications and laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) through trabeculectomy and aqueous shunt surgery for advanced disease.
• Dry eye and ocular surface care integrated with cataract planning to optimize surgical outcomes and day-to-day comfort.
• Contact lens fitting workflow that includes comprehensive ocular health assessment, trial lens evaluation, insertion/removal training, and structured recheck visits before finalizing prescriptions.

Service Areas and Location Details

• Primary service region centered on Columbus, Ohio, with patients drawn from across central Ohio.
• Single, centrally located facility providing clinic, diagnostic, surgical consultation, and full optical services under one roof.
• Facility capabilities include advanced cataract and glaucoma evaluation, retinal imaging, dry eye and ocular surface clinics, and extensive contact lens/optical services.
• Convenience features include early morning weekday hours, a co-located optical shop, and patient portal access.
• Parking and access are designed for outpatient visits and surgical follow-up on a single campus-style location.

Patient Demographics and Specializations

• Patient base spans all ages, from pediatric and young adult patients needing routine care to seniors with cataracts, glaucoma, and macular disease.
• Significant focus on surgical candidates for cataract procedures, including patients seeking reduced dependence on glasses.
• Robust medical eye care for chronic disease populations, including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, keratoconus, Fuchs’ dystrophy, and corneal scars or ulcers.
• Specialty contact lens fittings and ocular surface therapy for complex corneal cases.
• Low vision and special-needs support is enhanced by optometrists experienced in low vision care and involvement with programs such as Special Olympics vision screenings.

Medical Technology and Equipment

• Laser platforms for advanced cataract surgery and MIGS procedures, including laser-assisted cataract techniques.
• Diagnostic suite for glaucoma assessment featuring tonometry, gonioscopy, optic nerve evaluation, pachymetry, visual field analyzers, and optic nerve photography.
• State-of-the-art diagnostic technology used for early detection of retinal and corneal disease as part of comprehensive eye care.
• Optical technology incorporates digital progressive designs, anti-reflective coatings, high-index materials, polarized and computer lenses, and blue-light-blocking options.
• Contact lens technologies spanning soft lenses of all major types, corneal and scleral RGP, multifocal and monovision designs, daily disposables, high-astigmatism torics, keratoconus lenses, and custom-tinted lenses.

Professional Recognition and Affiliations

• Ophthalmologists and optometrists hold board certification through the American Board of Ophthalmology and relevant optometric boards, and fellow status in the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology.
• Active memberships include the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the Cornea Society, American Osteopathic Association, Ohio Ophthalmological Society, and American Optometric Association.
• Faculty appointments held by several physicians as clinical assistant professors at The Ohio State University and Ohio University in ophthalmology/optometry.
• Leadership roles such as Medical Director of TLC Columbus (Dr. Doyle), former Clinical Director of TLC Laser Eye Center Dublin (Dr. Cockerill), and departmental leadership at Doctors Hospital (Dr. Koelling).
• Practice recognized by business and professional directories as a long-standing ophthalmology group in Columbus, serving patients since 1997.

Clinical Differentiators

• Multi-subspecialty team (glaucoma, comprehensive ophthalmology, optometry, and optical) available within a single centralized location.
• Advanced cataract offerings, including laser-assisted cataract surgery and premium intraocular lenses, enabling highly customized visual outcomes.
• Integrated ocular surface and dry eye management.
• Comprehensive glaucoma program covering early detection, medications, SLT and other lasers, MIGS, trabeculectomy, and aqueous shunt surgery.
• Fully integrated optical shop and specialty contact lens services, allowing patients to move seamlessly from medical exam to eyewear and specialty lens fitting in the same visit.
• Active involvement in clinical research, teaching, and professional societies, contributing to early adoption of new technologies and techniques.

Patient Testimonials

• Mid Ohio Eye holds a 4.8 out of 5 star rating across 394 Google reviews, reflecting consistently positive patient experiences.
• Patients frequently highlight the practice’s kind, supportive staff, thorough explanations, and smooth, low-stress cataract surgery experiences.
• Individual physicians are also highly rated; for example, Dr. Ashley San Filippo holds a 5/5 rating from 17 Zocdoc patient reviews with top marks for bedside manner and wait time.

Insurance and Payment Options

• All major insurance carriers accepted. (Patients are encouraged to confirm specific plan participation at scheduling.)
• Medicare and Medicaid are accepted.
• We are in network with most VSP and EyeMed plans.
• Financing options available. CareCredit financing is offered for elective procedures.
• Online bill pay and patient portal access are provided for billing management, records, and communication.