
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adolescent 13-17
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Gregory Samuel Wolfe
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology
Johns Hopkins Clinician
Background
Gregory Wolfe, O.D., M.P.H., is an optometrist providing clinical care at the Water's Edge location of the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Wolfe’s practice centers on the aging eye and the prevention, identification, treatment and rehabilitation of associated vision loss. A large part of his practice encompasses age-related eye conditions such as cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and macular degeneration. Additionally, Dr. Wolfe has clinical interest in early detection of systemic disease presenting in the eye. Before joining Wilmer, Dr. Wolfe had decades of experience in education, training the next generation of optometrists.
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
- Get to Know Gregory Wolfe, Johns Hopkins Medicine (July 2025)
- Risks of counterfeit solar glasses or direct eye contact during a solar eclipse - WREG, Memphis, Tennessee (April 2024)
- How to Prepare for April’s Solar Eclipse: Southern College of Optometry’s Associate Professor Shares Tips on Keeping Your Eyes Protected - Memphis Parent magazine (Mar. 2024)
- The Functional Burden of Diabetic Retinopathy in the United States Clinical Podcast Series, Foundation Programs American Academy of Optometry Foundation
- Ocular Syphilis Clinical Podcast Series, Foundation Programs, American Academy of Optometry Foundation
Research Interests
Health Related Quality of Life, Outcomes Assessment, Health Policy Analysis, Health Services Research, Culinary Medicine.
Research Summary
Dr. Wolfe’s research interests are at the intersection of vision care and public health. He has also authored evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.
Google Scholar - Publications
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=rppXgK0AAAAJ&hl=en
Courses & Syllabi
Dr. Wolfe taught coursework in professional practice, health promotion, advocacy, clinical communication and the ocular manifestations of systemic disease.
Honors
- Fellow, American Academy of Optometry
- Distinguished Practitioner and Fellow, National Academies of Practice
- President’s Award, American Optometric Association
- Didactic Teacher of the Year 2016–2017 and 2018–2019, Southern College of Optometry
Memberships
- American Academy of Optometry
- Optometric Glaucoma Society
- American Optometric Association
- American Public Health Association
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Water's Edge
- 4692 Millennium Drive, Belcamp, MD 21017
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-836-7010
- fax: 410-893-9796
Expertise
Education
- Graduate School: University of Illinois at Chicago, MPH, 2008
- Residency: Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Ocular Disease & Low Vision Rehabilitation, 2002
- Medical Education: Pennsylvania College of Optometry, OD, 2001
Board Certifications
- Medical Optometry: American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry, 2010
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
262 ratings, 111 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Saw me very quickly given it was very last minute on a Friday. Dr Wolfe was caring and attentive. He listened and explained thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Explained everything in detail as to what he was checking and how the outcome was
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
I was very satisfied with the provider's service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Excellent, I would definitely recommend
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
First visit, very positive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr. Wolfe is very personable and showed great concern about my issue. I felt confident about his diagnosis and the medication he prescribed.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
Dr Wolfe was very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
Dr.Wolfe is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Excellent!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Very thorough and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Both providers excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Dr Wolfe was Genuinely concerned about my needs. And thoroughly went over my history of health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Attentive and personable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Nothing negative.It was a very pleasant visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Everything perfect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Very knowledgeable and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Dr.Wolfe was professional, kind and communicative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Provider contiinues to give professional and courteous services.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Dr. Wolfe is very kind and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
First visit. Confirmed what another optometrist had told me and provided additional information.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
Excellent treatment, professional demeanor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr. Wolfe was terrific--professional, efficient, and pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr Wolfe was very helpful. After testing my eye for Ph levels, he consulted with Wilmer Cornea experts in Baltimore during the visit. This resulted in a second visit in Baltimore with a Cornea Dr two days later. All good now!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Pleasant, professional & informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr. Wolfe was efficient & as thorough as necessary. He completed the MVA form as needed to renew my Maryland driver's license. Thank You!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Showed concern and did not rush us . Gave us good advice to follow-up on .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr. Wolfe is excellent! Very thorough and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
It is Johns Hopkins! This where I go and always they provide world class care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
My provider is patient and explains everything carefully. Can ask any question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Dr. Wolfe was outstanding. It was my first time meeting him. He was very congenial and I felt very comfortable with him. His presentation of information was very easy to understand. He was extremely knowledgeable and quickly diagnosed the symptoms I was experiencing. I was very impressed with him as an ophthalmologist and a person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Great service by everyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
I can only say the best very very pleased 10 plus
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr Wolfe was very informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr Wolfe was friendly, concise, professional and explained my conditiondry eye in very clear,and understandable terms. Example he used the analogy of a windshield wiper to explain the blurred vision I was experiencing. I wasn't rushed and he answered my questions patiently and clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr. Gregory Wolfe was great. He is a doctor at the Wilmer Eye Institute. He explained what I needed to have done to my eyes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Provider Wolfe was very good at explaining the process of my exam and also he seemed to take Interest In my medical history and he waned to provider the best possible care that I needed,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Very nice. Well,informed.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
The provider was very nice and respectful. He answered all my questions and reviewed my medical records with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
He was very personable, knowledgeable, and referred me to the proper specialist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Dr. Wolfe was very informative and caring. I will definitely follow up with him in the future and refer my family/friends to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Dr. Wolfe is easy to talk with and patient, clear, and thorough with his explanations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Very thorough, explained things well. Gave me samples for dry eye. Overall good experience and I will see this provider again. Was friendly and shared information about my eyes that I was never told.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Very professional, knowledgeable & displayed an emotion of genuine care & interest. Excellent ability to convey a description diagnosis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr Wolfe takes the time to ensure that all my concerns are addressed. He realizes that I would like to use treatments that are as natural as possible. He suggests food , vitamins and exercises that could enhance my eye health. He references the latest research to support his suggestions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
He was very helpful about the dry eye condition that I have. Very happy to have seen him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Dr. Wolfe is great. Had to wait a long time to check out and schedule follow up appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Extremely knowledgeable and explained everything in great detail. I felt that he had a good understanding of my condition and explained next steps.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Patient. Let me ask questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Very friendly and knowledgeable. Listened to my problem and clearly explained what was going on and how it was to be addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr Wolfe has an excellent bedside manner. He is thoughtful and addresses any concerns you may have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Very happy with everything, the Eye Doctor was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr Wolfe is great about answering questions and explaining things
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. Wolfe's bedside manner is wonderful. He made me feel at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr. Wolfe went above and beyond my expectations in terms of how I was treated and how thorough he was with the issues I was having as well as having a detailed discussion about my options.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
I have tunnel vision in my right eye when lighting changes from dark to light. Although he said he did not know what caused this, he still wanted to tell me all the terrible diseases, like MS that could do so. Stop, if they don't know.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
Dr. Wolfe was patient and very thorough. The intake nurse was excellent, as was the person at the reception desk ([staff])
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Dr. Wolfe is a very kind and gentle person. This was our first visit with him, I felt as though he was able to establish an immediate rapport with my son (who is 11-years-old). I do wish that he would have introduced himself to us though. We will return to see him in 1 year for a follow up, as my son now requires glasses for reading.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Really a wonderful doctor. Felt very heard and understood
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
My physician did a wonderful job explaining everything to me regarding my visit!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
Professional, courteous, sympathetic,polite, helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Pleasant, professional, caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Dr. Wolfe was very helpful in recommending aftercare
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Hope to schedule Dr Wolfe next time I need an appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Dr. Wolfe was great, highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
It was my first visit and it was a very positive experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr. Wolfe took his time and explained my current eye issues and what to expect in the future. I never felt rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Excellent in every way
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr. Wolfe took his time, was very friendly which put me at ease and explained my condition in terms I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Dr Wolfe was very thorough taking care of my eye.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Dr. Wolfe explained my eye condition plainly nd thoroughly. He was comforting and attuned to my nervousness about my eye health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
Did an excellent job with fact finding to understand my background and eye health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
I liked Dr. Wolfe. I thought he listened to me and explained my medical condition well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Provider forgot about me. Had to remind them. Sat in waiting a long long time.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
He took a phone call in the middle of my eye exam leaving me with my chin on the eye test and didn't apologize or comment about needing to take a call.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Dr Wolfe was complete and thorough
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Dr Wolfe was very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Dr Wolfe was kind, understanding, and through.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
It was my first time seeing an ophthalmologist and I was amazed at how detailed the examination was and how well he explained the current condition of my eyes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
The service was prompt and excellent. No complaints.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Grreat job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
Dr. Wolfe was very respectful, courteous, and thorough. I felt very comfortable with him and he took time to answer my questions!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Excellent, kind and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
The doctor was fantastic. He was very patient. He explained things very clearly. He answered all my questions. This was my first visit with him. Glad I came to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Excellent first time visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Outstanding. Professional, thorough and ensured I had the mist complete health visit ever. His knowledge of my situation was well known by him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr Wolfe was extremely professional and patient oriented. He spent time explaining what he was doing and rationale. This was the most thorough eye exam I've undergone. Already made my appointment for next year's session. I will definitely recommend friends see him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
He was extremely nice, thorough and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Dr. Wolfe was very professional and listened to my concerns and offered sound advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
He is very personable!! Great sense of humor. Very informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
I was new patient he was very professional, answered my questions and very supportive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
He was friendly and knowledgable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
I would consider Dr. Wolfe a great doctor. I would see him yearly on my eye check ups.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Dr. Wolfe was amazing. I was having vision issues again and was very worried. The pt after me cancelled and he actually used a few minutes of that time to spend with me, talking, and making sure I had a truly comprehensive vision check.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Dr Wolfe was amazing! He cared for me with interest in all aspects of my eye care! He spent a large amount of time with me explaining & offering advice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Dr. Wolfe was very courteous, knowledgeable and thorough. I was very pleased with my visit with Dr. Wolfe.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
I normally see [staff] for dry eye issues but she was unavailable. Very pleased with Dr Wolfe. He advised me and gave me products and information I had not been given before. He is extremely pleasant and knowledgeable. I will be using Dr Wolfe from now on
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
Very professional yet very personable. I am very uncomfortable at doctor visit . He made me very comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Excellent care and consideration
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Excellent visit with my provider. He's patient, professional and very easy to understand. He went above my expectations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Dr. Wolfe was simply outstanding, excellent, superb!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2025
Dr Wolfe was new but I wasVery happy with his knowledgeAnd personality