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Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD

(45 Ratings)

Specializes in: Vitreoretinal Diseases (Retina and Vitreous) and Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)

Professional interests include: endophthalmitis, retinal detachment, eye injury, and more.

850 Columbia Road
Westlake, OH 44145

(216) 444-2020

Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD is a retina specialist in Beachwood, OH specializing in vitreoretinal diseases (retina and vitreous) and internal medicine (adult medicine). Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus and Westlake Medical Campus Building A.

Office Locations

Address:

24474 Maidstone Lane
Beachwood, OH 44122

Address:

850 Columbia Road
Westlake, OH 44145

Address:

9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195

Some issues Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, 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.

Scleral Buckle

Due to age or a genetic predisposition, the retina, or sensitive area at the back of the eyeball, can sometimes develop holes or tears. When this happens, fluid from inside the eye can get behind the retina, pushing it away from the wall of the eye. This can affect vision and potentially cause blindness. A scleral buckle is a surgical procedure performed to treat retinal detachment.

During a scleral buckle procedure, the retina is first fused back into place, often using a kind of very cold needle. Then a tiny, flat piece or band of silicone is stitched to the white area on the outside of the eyeball. This creates a small indentation (or buckle) which pushes the wall of the eye securely against the retina. It helps the retina adhere to its proper location and heal correctly.

Scleral buckle surgery may be performed along with other procedures to treat a retinal detachment, for instance removing a small amount of the liquid inside the eye. After surgery, patients may experience redness or swelling. Patients may be given eye drops or a patch to wear to protect their eye while it heals. At first, there is often an uncomfortable gritty feeling like something is in the eye. Although the buckle is permanent, this sensation soon disappears. In most cases the retina reattaches, and within a few weeks vision and eye will be back to normal.

emergency care	30

**Gender**
Male	46
Female	60

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	82
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	209
emergency care	92
eye procedures	267
injections	72

**Gender**
Male	163
Female	217

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	218
Black	117
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	163
From 75 to 84	85
85 and over	46
Less than 65	86

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	45
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

doctor visit	227
emergency care	67
eye procedures	541
injections	105
photocoagulation	11
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	13

**Gender**
Male	253
Female	269

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	331
Black	132
Hispanic	23
Asian	17
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	270
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	55
Less than 65	78

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	42
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

doctor visit	191
emergency care	31
eye procedures	883
injections	219
laser treatment	22
photocoagulation	21

**Gender**
Male	213
Female	287

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	420
Black	41
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	211
From 75 to 84	158
85 and over	89
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	38
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

**Gender**
Male	408
Female	556

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	834
Black	43
Hispanic	43
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	371
From 75 to 84	327
85 and over	213
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	41
Dementia	13
Cancer	10

doctor visit	949
eye procedures	2349
injections	894

**Gender**
Male	261
Female	374

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	555
Black	25
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	223
From 75 to 84	226
85 and over	157
Less than 65	29

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	40
Dementia	14
Cancer	10

doctor visit	2760
eye procedures	6303
injections	2334

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD treated as a retina specialist in Beachwood, OH were eye procedures, injections, emergency care and laser treatment.

diagnostic imaging	13
doctor visit	1013
emergency care	55
eye procedures	2388
injections	838
laser treatment	22
photocoagulation	17
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	15
ultrasound (sonogram)	13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD.

**Gender**
Male	134
Female	176

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	35
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	244
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	13
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	93
85 and over	56
Less than 65	28
65 to 74	128

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Cancer	5
Dementia	5

Education & Training

She completed residency at Harvard University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Ophthalmology and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Residency: Harvard University Affiliated Hospitals (2015)

Board Certification: Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Westlake Medical Campus Building A

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.69 out of 5 stars based on 45 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Beachwood, OH.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Genentech USA, Inc.	$42,884 VABYSMO $38,695	LUCENTIS $3,703	SUSVIMO $315	$172
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$26,175 SYFOVRE $2,654	$23,521
Astellas Pharma US Inc	$8,558 Izervay $2,500	$6,058
Genentech, Inc.	$7,273 VABYSMO $3,410	LUCENTIS $2,212	Non-Covered Product $175	$1,476
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.	$4,516 STELLARIS ELITE $825	XIPERE $353	STELLARIS $133	PROLENSA $111	$3,094
Other	$14,917 ILUVIEN $4,100	YUTIQ $1,907	STELLARIS PC $1,062	OZURDEX $674	Constellation $348	Other $6,826

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$35,940
Consulting Fee	$29,495
Honoraria	$19,447
Travel and Lodging	$10,374
Food and Beverage	$9,067

Research Payments

Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Talcott, MD has received 25 research payments totaling $258,366.

Biography

Dr. Katherine Talcott works as a vitreoretinal diseases (retina and vitreous). These areas are among her clinical interests: macular hole, retinal vein occlusion, and macular pucker. The average patient rating for Dr. Talcott is 4.5 stars (out of 5). Her medical residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Harvard University. Dr. Talcott is professionally affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.