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Dr. David Castellano, MD

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(123 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

Dartmouth Medical School (1991)

Professional interests include: anterior uveitis (iritis), eye pain, keratitis, and more.

6435 Post Road
Dublin, OH 43016

(614) 293-9431

Dr. David Castellano, MD is an ophthalmologist in Dublin, OH specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). He graduated from Dartmouth Medical School in 1991 and has 33 years of experience. Dr. David Castellano, MD is affiliated with Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and OSU EYE PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS, LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

6435 Post Road
Dublin, OH 43016

Address:

915 Olentangy River Road Suite 5000
Columbus, OH 43212

Some issues Dr. David Castellano, 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.

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

doctor visit	599
eye procedures	111

**Gender**
Male	191
Female	280

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	386
Black	33
Hispanic	0
Asian	36
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	208
From 75 to 84	157
85 and over	42
Less than 65	64

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	35
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

capsulotomy	17
doctor visit	700
eye procedures	172
laser treatment	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

**Gender**
Male	215
Female	313

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	424
Black	35
Hispanic	0
Asian	48
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	254
From 75 to 84	166
85 and over	44
Less than 65	64

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	36
Dementia	5
Cancer	9

capsulotomy	11
doctor visit	671
eye procedures	156
laser treatment	11

**Gender**
Male	466
Female	634

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	880
Black	78
Hispanic	0
Asian	80
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	516
From 75 to 84	356
85 and over	116
Less than 65	112

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	35
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

capsulotomy	16
doctor visit	905
eye procedures	198
laser treatment	16

**Gender**
Male	264
Female	430

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	555
Black	50
Hispanic	0
Asian	49
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	385
From 75 to 84	194
85 and over	60
Less than 65	55

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	34
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

capsulotomy	12
doctor visit	854
eye procedures	164
laser treatment	12

**Gender**
Male	272
Female	395

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	553
Black	40
Hispanic	0
Asian	36
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	358
From 75 to 84	193
85 and over	68
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	34
Dementia	5
Cancer	10

doctor visit	771
eye procedures	77

**Gender**
Male	258
Female	380

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	532
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	37
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	333
From 75 to 84	201
85 and over	62
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	37
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

doctor visit	749
eye procedures	140

**Gender**
Male	262
Female	381

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	548
Black	30
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	336
From 75 to 84	206
85 and over	62
Less than 65	39

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	36
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

doctor visit	660
eye procedures	63

**Gender**
Male	219
Female	338

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	471
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	24
Other	35
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	314
From 75 to 84	165
85 and over	57
Less than 65	21

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	38
Dementia	6
Cancer	12

capsulotomy	37
doctor visit	1330
eye procedures	169
laser treatment	37

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Castellano, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David Castellano, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Dublin, OH were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and ultrasound (sonogram).

capsulotomy	18
doctor visit	806
eye procedures	143
laser treatment	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Castellano, MD.

**Gender**
Male	214
Female	315

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	26
Asian / Pacific Islander	31
Non-Hispanic White	434
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	9

**Age**
75 to 84	163
85 and over	51
Less than 65	44
65 to 74	270

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Castellano, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Castellano, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	28
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	8
Dementia	4

Education & Training

Dr. David Castellano, MD graduated from Dartmouth Medical School in 1991. He completed residency at Ohio State University Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Dartmouth Medical School (1991)

Residency: Ohio State University Medical Center (1995)

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology (2001)

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David Castellano, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

OSU EYE PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS, LLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. David Castellano, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 123 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. David Castellano, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Dublin, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David Castellano, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.	$76 Clarus 700 $76
Shire North American Group Inc	$38 XIIDRA $38
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.	$36 MIEBO $36
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$29 CataractEquipment $16	Cataract Equipment $13

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$105
Education	$73

Biography

Dr. David Castellano's area of specialization is ophthalmology (eye disease). He is a graduate of Dartmouth Medical School. His areas of expertise include the following: plastic surgery procedures, LASIK, and anterior uveitis (iritis). Patient ratings for Dr. Castellano average 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is professionally affiliated with Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.