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Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD

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Specializes in: Pediatric Ophthalmology

Albany Medical College

Professional interests include: amblyopia (lazy eye), eye problems, strabismus, and more.

9 Hope Avenue
Waltham, MA 02453

(781) 216-2100

Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD is a pediatric ophthalmologist in BOSTON, MA specializing in pediatric ophthalmology. She graduated from Albany Medical College. Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital.

Office Locations

300 LONGWOOD AVENUE
BOSTON, MA 02115

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243 Charles Street
Boston, MA 02114

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Boston Children's Hospital

9 Hope Avenue
Waltham, MA 02453

(781) 216-2100

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Some issues Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD treated as a pediatric ophthalmologist in BOSTON, MA during 2012 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	39
eye procedures	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	14

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	26

**Age**
From 65 to 74	15
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD in 2013

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	30

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	12
Female	24

**Age**
From 65 to 74	14
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD in 2014

Hypertension	36
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	59

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	58

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD in 2015

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	28

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	11
Female	26

**Age**
From 65 to 74	16
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD in 2016

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	20

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	12
Female	14

**Age**
From 65 to 74	12
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD in 2017

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD treated as a pediatric ophthalmologist in BOSTON, MA during 2018 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	13
eye procedures	25

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	19

**Age**
From 65 to 74	11
From 75 to 84	12
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD in 2018

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD treated as a pediatric ophthalmologist in BOSTON, MA during 2019 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	20
eye procedures	27

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	29

**Age**
From 65 to 74	18
From 75 to 84	16
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD in 2019

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	14
Female	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	24

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	14
Female	21

**Age**
From 65 to 74	13
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD in 2022

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	12

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Male	18
Female	15

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	16
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD in 2023

Hypertension	33
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD treated as a pediatric ophthalmologist in BOSTON, MA were eye procedures.

doctor visit	25
eye procedures	25

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD.

**Gender**
Female	22
Male	16

**Age**
75 to 84	4
85 and over	0
Less than 65	2
65 to 74	12

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	35
High Cholesterol	30
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	2
Depression	4
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	1
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD graduated from Albany Medical College. She completed residency at Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Institute. She is certified by the Certifications: American Board of Ophthalmology (General) and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Albany Medical College

Residency: Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Institute (1993)

Board Certification: Certifications: American Board of Ophthalmology (General)

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Melanie A. Kazlas, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Massachusetts General Hospital

Boston Children's Hospital

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Biography

Dr. Melanie Kazlas practices pediatric ophthalmology. Her areas of expertise consist of amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus, and comprehensive ophthalmology. After completing medical school at Albany Medical College, Dr. Kazlas performed her residency at Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Institute and Albany Medical Center. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Kazlas is accepting new patients at her office in Boston, MA.