
Oliver D. Schein, MD, MPH
Cornea and External Diseases
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- French
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Oliver D. Schein
Professional Titles
- Burton and Miriam Grossman Professor of Ophthalmology
- Vice Chair for Quality and Safety, Wilmer Eye Institute
Primary Academic Title
Professor of Ophthalmology
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Oliver Schein, M.D., M.P.H., is the Burton E. Grossman Professor of Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute and carries a joint appointment in the Department of Epidemiology at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Schein's clinical expertise is in medical and surgical conditions of the anterior segment of the eye including cataract and complications of cataract surgery, corneal scarring and corneal surgery. He is a past author of the American Academy of Ophthalmology's "Preferred Practice Pattern" on Cataract. Research activities are directed toward the epidemiology of major ocular diseases, ophthalmic technology assessment and outcomes research in ophthalmology.
Dr. Schein received his M.D. and M.P.H. degrees from Johns Hopkins University and completed his ophthalmology residency and cornea and external eye disease fellowship at Harvard University's Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He joined the Wilmer faculty in 1988.
Centers and Institutes
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
Wearing Contacts 24/7 Can Bring Infection, Blindness, Doctors Warn - HealthDay (Dec. 2018)
Cut This One Regulation-and Save $500 Million in Health-Care Costs - The Wall Street Journal (Apr. 2017)
Research Interests
Assessment of ocular technology, Assessment of outcomes and complications of ocular surgery, Bioengineering of human corneal substitutes, Epidemiology of major eye diseases, Evidence-based improvement in quality and safety of ophthalmic care and surgery
PubMed - Publications
Honors
- Award of Excellence, Alcon Research Institute
- Senior Achievement Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Max Shapero Award for Corneal Research, American Academy of Optometry
- Secretariat Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Armstrong Award: Excellence in Quality and Safety, Johns Hopkins Medicine, 12/18/18
Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
- Contact Lens Association of Ophthalmologists, Director at Large
- International Society for Contact Lens Research
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 455, Lutherville, MD 21093
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-583-2800
- fax: 410-583-2842
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-955-5080
- fax: 410-955-0468
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Cornea and External Diseases, 1988
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, Ophthalmology, 1987
- Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1984
- Medical Education: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, MD, 1981
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 1990
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1984
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
401 ratings, 159 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 3/19/2026
Very nice visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Dr Schein is outstanding provider. Listens to his patients and provides great service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Fantastic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Dr. Schein is the best! Pleasant and well spoken gentleman.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2026
Dr Schein was thorough, kind and finished my surgery in a timely
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Dr Schein is an incredible Ophthalmologist/surgeon. He is professional and I would recommend. Him highly . My cataract surgery, when he performed it, was quite extraordinary good. I have recommended him to family and friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Always at their best and top of their A game. I am always satisfied after every visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
I trust this man with my eyesight. He is an excellent physician. I admire and appreciate him greatly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Consistently good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
He is a good Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Dr Schein was respectful, knowledgeable and always puts me at ease. He is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Very pleased with Dr. Schein
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
He's the Best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
He is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Very helpful and pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Very pleased
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Very professional and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Just terrific. Many diagnostic tests. I was listened to and given great information. Very professional and kind. And Reassuring and helpful. I am grateful to return for my next cataract surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Dr. Schein is the best! I was definitely going to schedule with Dr. Schein, because of an excellent experience with another family member.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
I did have to wait a little bit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Dr. Schein is very thorough, thoughtful and explains everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Dr Schein is professional, cordial, and has the expertise and experience that I want. I trust him and his medical advice. He is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Very happy with the provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Good visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Excellent doctor. Kind and knowledgeable . I felt completely at ease
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Post op after a very successful procedure. All questions were answered and instructions for medication and protection of my eye.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Happy to have such a conscienscious physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Everyone I came in contact with was excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Professional , pleasant and skilled at his craft.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Impressive...Highly recommend
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Good explanations you get
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Very good working relationship
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Excellent service and bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr. Schein is extremely caring and listens carefully to all concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Exceptional in every way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Performed miracle for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
He is a very professional and a very good person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Excellent! Fascinating that Dr Schein did the right cataract surgery in 2004. Great to know he will do my left eye.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Wonderful thoughtfulDoctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Excellent Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
A very competent and explicit doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Excellent explanations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Concered. Added steps to [staff] explore issues with my treatment and recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr.Schein was amazing.Really cared about me,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Quite professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Highly skilled, professional, and personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Excellent consideration for the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Excellent in every way.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr. Schein is excellent; the best i've ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Very professional. Was excellent for cataract removal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr. Schein is a fantastic surgeon. I am so grateful for my vision.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Excellent surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
It was my first time seeing Dr. Schein. He was very pleasant and had looked at my file so he was familiar with my previous care with [staff] and [staff].
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Professional and skillful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Dr. Schein and everyone in his office are the best. Top notch very professional and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Best visit I could imagine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Professional. Pleasant. Calm. Knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr. Oliver Schein is an experienced an excellent surgeon and I felt I was in excellent care and am very pleased that for the first time in my life, I have 20/20 vision! It's like I've aged backwards at least regarding my eyes. So happy and thankful for Dr. Schein's skill and expertise in giving me excellent sight!
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Doctor never spends more then 2 minutes with you !!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
In preparation for scheduled surgery my Dr. Checked my eyes-left in particular and assured all is ok. I was satisfied with my care and his attention. His demeanor is very calming. It's appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Very professional and provides quality service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Very professional. Clearly explained medical issue and options available to remediate vision problem. Friendly, polite, reassuring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
I am very impressed with his thoroughness, attention to detail and all-around excellence. Tops!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
I was pretty pressed with the provide she was very helpful and with respect the hold time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Dr Schein was instructive and caring during my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Very competent, very informative and a very good listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Very pleasant and easy to talk to
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Dr Schein was very helpful and put me at ease , explaining everything throughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
My provider was completely aware of my medical history and gave me follow up advice pertinent to my history and needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Professional and explained the procedure I needed.. It was a good visit!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Dr Oliver Shein is awesome he knows what to do when you you him .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Dr. Schein is the best!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Doc didn't pick up on my anxiety about an eye operation, but maybe I expected too much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Excellent
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
A poor in communicator, hardly looked at my face and he mostly looked at his computer screen when he talked to me. He appeared to be a reluctant and Indifferent physician. I was not his room just about 5 minutes!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
He was okay. It was my first visit with him. I expected to see copies of the exams taken. I was always given pictures from my previous ophthalmologist. It was surprising to be informed pictures were not given. I was advised to the ophthalmologist Assn for info.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Dr. Schein was thorough, friendly and his advice was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
I have nothing but respect and gratitude for my cornea and retinal surgery performed by Dr Schein and [staff] over 5 months ago. Since then I've been receiving additional care and treatment. On this visit Dr Schein, as always,Was so reassuring, clearly explained everything that was done during this visit and spent his additional time helping me with some of my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr Schein was amazing. He thoroughly explained my procedure and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
He is always very thorough and very professional in his appointments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
He's the best!!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Clear, concise and helpful communication
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Best possible
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Very professional, knowledgeable and courteous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
I had no problem scheduling the visit. I arrived early and got into my appointment early. Everything was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Both nurse and Dr outsyanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
EXCELLENT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Would travel 50+ miles to see Dr. Oliver. Could not have more confidence in him and his team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Annual follow up re: prior surgery; hope he lasts as long as I do! Love Greenspring location for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
He is the very best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
I feel The provider would have had more respect and empathy towards my concern, had I followed through with him from the beginning. I don't even see his fave at the end of the visit, as I thanked him for his time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr. Schein is very knowledgeable about cataracts and provided clear explanations about my cataract condition at this point as well as future follow ups. Although surgery is an option, he explained it is not urgent and that when I felt the status of my cataract was of concern I could call for an appointment to discuss surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. Schein was very courteous, kind, knowledgeable,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Provided excellent customer service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Very professional explain what would happen in the days to come with my eye healing
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
I have multiple issues with my eyes. He appeared to listen and care but at the end of the day I left not confident in his care due to previous comments about my cataracts.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Good job
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Schein quickly confirmed my optometrist's diagnosis and proceeded immediately to laser treatment, which was 100% effective. Couldn't have asked for a more efficient and productive visit!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
He was excellent!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
Lovely man. No problems
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
VeryProfessional; thorough; good listener; respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Excellent surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Very nice, very easy to talk to and very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Professional and highly qualified
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
to the point
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
I am a satisfied customer. The staffs here knows their duty.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Dr Schein is one of the most kind, friendly, intelligent, caring attentive physicians that I know in my lifetime. I would recommend and have been recommending to others. I will be having eye surgery soon and I feel I'm in great hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Outstanding doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
He did a superb job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Excellent service and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Kind and clear explain for my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Schein is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Excellent, top of the line provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
He's a pleasure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Excellent communication between doctor and myself.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr Schein explained clearly what is involved in cateract surgery and the time frame for healing in each eye. I appreciated his lens options and his very pleasant efficient manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
It was my first time meeting him, and she was very pleasant and informative. I will be having surgery with him, and he put me at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr. Schein is a superior physician/gentleman in every sense of the word. The epitome of an experienced/knowledgeable clinician. He listened/performed a full ophthalmologic exam, fully explained his findings and recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Hopkins is lucky to have Dr. Schein and his team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
First time meeting Dr. Schein. Very nice, respectful, discussed my upcoming surgery & answered my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Interesting and competent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Very good service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr. Schein was recommended by my usual ophthalmologist, who no longer does the surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
He is pleasant, efficient, patient, and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
I felt very comfortable with Dr. O. Schein. Explained my procedure very clearly. I felt very confident about my upcoming procedure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Excellent, professional, informative, courteous and with good intention,
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Very good provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Very competent and gracious. Good personality.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
My visit with this provider is always thorough. The doctor is very highly trained and professional. I leave knowing more about my eye than when I arrived.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
I have utmost respect for and confidence in Dr. Schein.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
Excellent Dr Schein. Most helpful explaining my medical issue and suggestions for follow up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr. Schein is excellent doctor, will recommend to anyone who needs cataract surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr. Schein was pleasant and thorough in his examination and explanation of the contaract surgery that I need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Excellent manner,provides thorough, helpful information, examination appeared thorough. Everyone was plea
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Dr. Schein is terrific. I really appreciate how he presented my options for cataract surgery. He also took the time to tell me that I would have some problems after surgery due to the disparity between my ""corrected"" eye and the other eye. That eliminated undue worry about dizziness and nausea.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
The doctor was vey attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Wonderful experience.Obviously an excellent health care provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Very thorough and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
He was very polite and direct on addressing the procedure I came in about and gave options that I might consider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Very knowledgeable & thourough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Excellent service all around. Dr. Schein and his satff are outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
Very professional and easy to understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2025
Dr. Schein took the time to explain my condition in a professional way that I could understand. He's very personable and I would trust my eyes to him again. Should I require eye surgery, Dr. Schein will be my choice of surgeon.