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Locations
1701 Lac De Ville Boulevard
Rochester, NY 14618
Tobey Village Office Park
160 Office Parkway
Pittsford, NY 14534
About Me
He actively participates as a FDA Clinical Investigator for many contact lens manufacturers in addition to providing them consultative services. He is also teaches ophthalmology residents through the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry's ophthalmology department and helps train optometrists through the State University of New York School of Optometry.
Dr. Ryan has served in leadership positions of the Rochester Optometric Society and is a member of the American Academy of Optometry.He is a member of the Contact Lens Society of America and is on the editorial board of the journal "review of Contact Lenses."
He received his Bachelor's and Doctorate in Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry and established one of the most successful optometric practices in the Finger Lakes Region.
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology - Department of Ophthalmology (SMD)
Credentials
Education
OD | Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University. 1989
Ratings & Comments
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Ratings
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Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
Patient Comments
Best eye doctor in town
Jan 31, 2025
Dr. Ryan caught a dry to wet progression in my AMD and probably saved my eyesight!
Jan 31, 2025
Dr. Ryan is an excellent eye doctor. Very nice and spends time with his clients.
Jan 25, 2025
Dr Ryan is wonderful. So patient and kind. He is very good at what he does!!! I wouldn't go to anyone else.
Jan 20, 2025
Dr Ryan is amazing. Caring and provides cutting edge solutions for me. I refer others to him often
Jan 19, 2025
Friendly & knowledgeable
Jan 15, 2025
Dr. Ryan is a very patient focused and considerate doctor. He is thorough and explained each test result
Jan 14, 2025
Very nice office. Dr. Ryan is wonderful, very thorough, and knowledgable, always on the cutting edge of his field. I trust him.
Jan 08, 2025
Excellent care
Jan 02, 2025
Always a great experience!
Dec 29, 2024
Doctor and staff are very polite, thorough and informative. I would not hesitate and have recommended this office.
Dec 22, 2024
The doctor took the time to answer all of my questions.
Dec 17, 2024
Dr. Ryan goes above & beyond anything any other Dr. Has ever done for me. Really takes the time to figure out the best solution to my problems.
Dec 15, 2024
Doc ~ very nice friendly professional well mannered. Very quick, understand Drs are very busy.
Dec 13, 2024
Professional and knowledgeable.
Dec 11, 2024
I have been a patient of Dr. Ryan since approximately 1987. Figure it out.
Nov 30, 2024
There is none better than Dr Ryan polite, professional, listens , looks at me (doesn't stare at the computer). All doctors should strive to be like Dr Ryan
Nov 28, 2024
Dr. Ryan Is the best. Very caring, present, and knowledgeable!
Nov 26, 2024
Dr Ryan discussed possible outcomes and multiple paths to better vision
Nov 20, 2024
I absolutely love Dr. Ryan ! I have been going to him for years. He's professional but great bedside manner. He's easy to talk to and very friendly and funny
Nov 17, 2024
I see many dept in the U of R system and continuity of care is excellent.
Nov 17, 2024
Excellent
Nov 16, 2024
Bob Ryan is an outstanding provider and physician. Incredibly professional, authentic, kind, caring, and supportive, Not to mention knowledgeable with the expertise, he has in his field and the eye condition that I deal with
Nov 02, 2024
I have recommended him and the person met with him and was impressed.
Nov 02, 2024
Dr. Ryan is the best!! I I have recommended him numerous times and will continue to do so!! Always a very pleasant office experience!
Oct 31, 2024
Dr Ryan is excellent!
Oct 28, 2024
Dr Ryan is very thorough and caring
Oct 28, 2024
Dr.was friendly, caring, listened, professional , knowledgeable and the best!
Oct 27, 2024
Very good
Oct 25, 2024
Dr. Ryan is wonderful!
Oct 24, 2024
Dr. Ryan is the best!
Oct 20, 2024
I have every confidence in Dr. Ryan's care for me. To say that he listens to my concerns is an understatement! He's great.
Oct 16, 2024
Dr Ryan is the most caring, concerned Dr I have ever had.
Oct 12, 2024
I LOVE Dr Ryan. He's a fantastic physician. I'd definitely recommend him to everyone [...].
Oct 10, 2024
Good
Oct 03, 2024
Dr. Ryan is the best
Oct 02, 2024
Dr. Ryan is excellent, thorough, knowledgeable, and patient. Always a good visit!
Sep 24, 2024
I would highly recommend my caregiver, Dr. Ryan and everyone involved in the office!
Sep 23, 2024
Dr. Robert Ryan is an outstanding eye provider. He is thoughtful, smart, courteous and makes you feel like you are his only patient. Words cannot express the appreciation my entire family has for his expert care.
Sep 16, 2024
Dr Ryan is excellent and I have complete confidence in him. He is very thorough, nevr rushed and listens to you.
Sep 02, 2024
Listened carefully to my concerns and clearly addressed them.
Aug 31, 2024
Dr. Ryan and his staff well oiled machine .
Aug 28, 2024
Dr Ryan is a top notch and informed doctor.
Aug 26, 2024
Provider was very thorough in diagnosing my issue and showed compassion.
Aug 13, 2024
Excellent medical team. Should be help up as the highest standard of practice to other teams
Aug 07, 2024
I see Dr Ryan over 20 years, excellent care.
Aug 05, 2024
He's an exceptional doctor
Aug 01, 2024
Dr. Ryan is a keeper!! He is kind, competent, thorough, listens well, and follows up. I would never go anywhere else.
Jul 31, 2024
Very good and professional service
Jul 30, 2024
I would definitely recommend this doctor, and I already have. [...]
Jul 27, 2024
Good experience.
Jul 22, 2024
Excellent provider
Jul 20, 2024
I always have concerns w/having diabetes, and he addressed all of my questions.
Jul 16, 2024
Dr. Ryan has always been fantastic! He's friendly, kind, and detail oriented. He always answers questions so well, and I feel very well taken care of.
Jul 07, 2024
Fantastic doc. Will stay with practice and recommend happily.
Jul 04, 2024
Dr Ryan is the best provider! [...]
Jun 19, 2024
Dr. Ryan was excellent; told me things about my eyes that none of my previous eye care professionals had mentioned. I hope to have a long professional relationship with him. I have great confidence in his assessment and care.
Jun 18, 2024
Would not trade Dr Ryan. Kind,concerned and informative. Knows who I am. Knows me as a patient which is priceless.
Jun 17, 2024
Dr Ryan is the BEST
Jun 12, 2024
Patient and kind. Thorough description and care given
Jun 09, 2024
Dr Ryan is a very good doctor and always listen to any question and give you the answers I expect
Jun 06, 2024
Discussed a new option to monitor vision changes. Dr Ryan put In a referral and within a week I have been approved and will get the equipment delivered tomorrow
May 24, 2024
Always good
May 24, 2024
I already recommend Dr. Robert Ryan to all of my friends and family.
May 21, 2024
He is genuinely concerned about you.
May 09, 2024
Dr. Ryan is the best!!
May 06, 2024
Wonderful doctor!
May 02, 2024
I have recommended Dr. Ryan for well over 30 years.
Apr 26, 2024
During the years that I have been seeing Dr Ryan, he has constantly provided exceptional care. He is feeling willing to answer any and all questions about my care. I would recommend Dr Ryan to anyone in need of eye Replace care. I can't thank him enough for the work he did to get me through the process of cataract lens replacement.
Apr 25, 2024
All the office staff is great and the doctor explains everything very well
Apr 20, 2024
My family respects Dr Ryan very much to take care of our vision health.
Apr 17, 2024
The best !!!
Apr 13, 2024
Good
Mar 23, 2024
Good experience
Mar 21, 2024
Dr Ryan is great [...].
Mar 21, 2024
Dr. Ryan is the best there is & have been going to him for on/about/over forty years. Either he is or I am, doing something right by staying with him as my main man! Kudos to him as well.
Mar 20, 2024
He was very skilled at his technical, medical exam and explanations. However, his humor is VERY sardonic. [...] Both my husband and I thought his comment was both rude and inappropriate. [...] My husband is disabled and frail. I can empathize that the MD has had a trying day but when you first meet a new patient, I believe the Dr.and staff should try and be quietly professional until they have assessed their patient's and family responses toward understanding of his type of impulsive humor. Perhaps others have seen these types of his responses?
Mar 16, 2024
Dr. Ryan is a very pleasant and knowledgeable doctor. He did adequately answer my questions and concerns.
Mar 16, 2024
Dr. Ryan was wonderful.
Mar 15, 2024
Dr. Ryan is a very caring, understanding and compassionate man. He has been an excellent Dr. For me and my husband.
Mar 06, 2024
All good.
Feb 22, 2024
No problems existed. Exam went well and was thorough.
Feb 16, 2024
Every time I see Dr Ryan he clearly and professionally addresses every eye issue I have and is in my family history. As I get older he clarifies what is happening and how it could progress. I always leave better informed and educated about my eyes.
Feb 08, 2024
Dr Ryan is the best. He always takes the time to address all your needs. He even called me after business hours to check on me.
Jan 24, 2024
I received excellent care by Dr. Ryan. He showed true compassion for my health and well being. I am extremely pleased by his care and attention to detail.
Jan 05, 2024
Very confident in Dr. Ryan
Jan 04, 2024
I think this is in regard to my primary care physician - he's great - If this is regarding Dr. Ryan, I'd give the same scores.
Dec 31, 2023
I have recommended him to people over the years [...]
Dec 12, 2023
This was my 1st visit with Dr. Ryan. He was very thorough, friendly and competent.
Dec 03, 2023
Dr. Ryan very thorough consciousness and considerate.
Nov 29, 2023
This is my third time seeing Dr. Ryan for my eye care. He's just the best. I know he was running behind, but he still maintained his affable personality, didn't rush me, showed concern & welcomed my questions about eye floaters, the need for glasses for reading & perhaps driving now, along with detailed info regarding contact lense wear if I wished to setup an appointment in the future with that. He was very knowledgable about my insurance & out of pocket costs for both my glasses & lenses, as well as the out of pocket for the contact lense consult. Such an awesome & comfortable personality he brings not often experienced with other doctors. Highly recommend for his attention to detail as well.
Nov 11, 2023
I have recommended Dr. Ryan to my daughter and my wife.
Nov 11, 2023
Dr. Ryan is the best! Have been his patient for years! He is always kind, considerate and concerned with my care. I feel so confident and lucky to have my eyes in his hands. He had such wonderful referrals for my cataract and "droopy lids" surgeries. I owe him thanks for the great vision I have today!
Nov 04, 2023
Dr Ryan is well informed and thorough. I felt my eye condition was well examined.
Nov 02, 2023
Dr Ryan makes each pt feel as though we are the ONLY person he's seen all day. He understands the pt journey, their concerns, the hurdles they encounter. He re-assures the pt that he will help them attain the level of eye health sought. He genuinely cares about each person. UR is blessed to have Dr Ryan on your team. Pts are blessed to have Dr Ryan caring for them
Oct 28, 2023
Dr. Ryan was super to work with. This was the first time I met with the Dr. And was so happy with his care and bed side manner.
Oct 19, 2023
Dr. Ryan is excellent and also very kind.
Oct 07, 2023
I already have recommended him to several family members.
Oct 05, 2023
Dr. Ryan is a wonderful provider and has provided clear insight and compassionate care dealing with varied vision issues I have had in the past year.
Sep 30, 2023
Dr. Ryan is a top notch provider. He is warm, caring and knowlegable. Always takes an extra few minutes to explain things to me and brainstorm ways to maximize the use of contacts vs glasses as my eyes change.
Sep 29, 2023
I've used DePaolis and Ryan for thirty years. I like Dr. Ryan very much and value his care. [...]
Jul 27, 2023
Dr. Ryan is excellent. [...]
Jul 26, 2023
The provider is excellent. [...]
Jul 23, 2023
Dr. Ryan is an amazing provider. I am truly lucky to be able to have him as my provider. He listens attentively and truly cares.
Jul 20, 2023
Love Dr. Ryan. He's by far the best eye dr. I've ever had.
Jul 20, 2023
There should be a higher rating than very good for Dr. Ryan- should be rated outstanding.
Jun 17, 2023
Dr. Ryan is wonderful a great provider [...]
Jun 13, 2023
Dr Ryan was very thorough, patient and listened and answered all my questions.
Jun 08, 2023
Excellent eye doc, even if consistently late.
May 20, 2023
As always, Dr. Ryan was amazing! Really helps me to understand my issues and how to deal with them, in a very friendly way. So happy he is my doctor!
May 15, 2023
Dr. Ryan was excellent at assessing my situation going forward with a projected antipcation of an upcoming procedure (cataract surgery) in the future.
May 11, 2023
Dr. Ryan is very friendly and knowledgeable. He answered all my questions and we discussed cataracts and readers.
Apr 27, 2023
Dr. Ryan is awesome
Apr 22, 2023
Dr Ryan is the best!! So thorough, so personable, can't say enough good about him!!
Apr 10, 2023
Dr. Ryan was very thorough in examining my eye condition and offering a solution for better vision
Apr 08, 2023
He is a great provider but really difficult to get an appointment
Mar 27, 2023
Dr. Ryan is brilliant. He always does a thorough exam, listens to my concerns and finds ways to improve my vision. He is patient and extremely knowledgeable! I appreciate his care and concern!
Mar 23, 2023
Very pleased with Dr Ryan's care. Please thank him.
Mar 19, 2023
Dr. Robert Ryan is a great doctor and person as are all of the practicioners that we see at Strong from Dr. Geoffery Morris at the Pulsifer Group, Dr. Guatatadaria , Dr. Frederick Marshall at the Memory Clinic. They are all fine and talented people and we are so well aware and thankful for that.
Mar 18, 2023
Excellent care !!!
Mar 08, 2023
Extremely thorough and takes his time. I expect everyone gets this fantastic treatment. (Maybe it could lead to delays?) The time is appreciated.
Feb 23, 2023
Dr. Ryan is Outstanding!
Feb 21, 2023
Dr Ryan listened 100% gave advice that was helpful and took care of the eye problem of dry eyes. He is examination was thorough and he ruled out some of the greater concerns as I have [...] He explained about the stitches that are in each eye, he was very thorough. Awesome.
Feb 16, 2023
I have and will continue to recommend Dr. Ryan. [...]
Feb 16, 2023
I have been a patient of Dr. Ryan for better than 20 years. There is no one else who I trust my eye care with. He Is just outstanding.
Feb 12, 2023
Great experience
Feb 08, 2023
Dr. Ryan set forth a plan for vision improvement
Jan 29, 2023
The care and treatment is excellent. The reasons I would hesitate to recommend is because of the wait time and Dr. Ryan's availability in getting an appointment.
Jan 26, 2023
Dr. Ryan was very attentive to my concerns about Dr. [...] abilities. He said he was going to contact her and he promptly did. I received a phone call the next day to schedule another appointment with her.
Jan 16, 2023
Dr. Ryan and his staff are excellent!
Jan 08, 2023
Love Dr. Ryan as he's the best!
Dec 22, 2022
Very thorough, I enjoy talking with him and I feel he always has my back.
Dec 16, 2022
I have been with Dr. Ryan since he started practicing and will stay with him until he retires. He is wonderful.
Dec 16, 2022
My family has been cared for by Dr Ryan for decades! We have a choice of who we see we would never consider using a different eye doctor!
Dec 15, 2022
Dr Ryan makes time and he is very thorough. I've seen others in FLAUM that treat you like they no better. Dr Ryan is one of the best!
Dec 14, 2022
Dr. Ryan is Great, always a very good experience, very caring
Dec 11, 2022
Have always had a great experience with Dr Ryan. He's pleasant, thorough and compassionate.
Dec 09, 2022
Great Experience
Dec 08, 2022
Dr Ryan is one of the most caring and knowledgeable medical professionals I have ever had. He explains everything clearly and concisely. He's great!
Dec 07, 2022
Perfect is good enough
Nov 17, 2022
Thank you Dr. Ryan
Nov 02, 2022
Dr. Ryan is the best!!!
Oct 28, 2022
Dr. Ryan has everything you need in a medical professional: expertise, commitment, genuine caring and excellent communication skills.
Oct 27, 2022
I have been a patient of Dr Ryan's for over twenty five years. He is very thorough with his exams. He is personable and I liked it much better when he had his own practice.
Oct 24, 2022
Dr Ryan is awesome. He is great at explaining things and he always takes time to answer my questions.
Oct 24, 2022
Flaum should be honored to have Dr. Ryan on their team. He represents the company above what anyone, anywhere, should expect! He is a true blessing!
Oct 21, 2022
Dr. Ryan always listens and takes appropriate time.
Oct 06, 2022
I have been using this practice for better than twenty years and I always felt that I was in excellent hands.
Oct 06, 2022
Dr. Ryan is stellar. Really the embodiment of the ICARE Values. Caring, warm, knowledgeable, attentive. I will be with him until he retires! [...]
Oct 04, 2022
This provider is excellent.
Sep 28, 2022
Great communication and follow up
Sep 28, 2022
Dr Ryan always listens carefully to any concerns or questions I have.
Sep 19, 2022
Dr. Ryan is awesome!! Have been his patient for years and have always been very happy with his care! Have recommended to others many times.he's the best!!
Sep 19, 2022
[...]. He is a good dr [...].
Sep 18, 2022
Excellent experience. Dr. Ryan is my entire families eye care provider. We would never consider going anywhere else.
Sep 13, 2022
Dr. Ryan is very personable and knowledgeable. He explains in easy to understand terms any issues. Dr. Ryan is an excellent care provider.
Aug 27, 2022
Dr. Robert Ryan is the consummate professional and an excellent listener! I appreciate his kind and caring manner. I have never felt rushed or that any question that I may have, was unimportant.
Aug 03, 2022
Are family love Dr Ryan,he's very excellent doctor,he treats patient like a family,he cares for his patients
Jul 28, 2022
He's terrific. I've seen him for decades!
Jul 20, 2022
Excellent doctor! One of the best I've ever seen.
Jun 26, 2022
I've been a patient of Dr. Ryan for years. He's the best! Not sure I'd ever be as comfortable with a different provider than I am with Dr. Ryan.
Jun 15, 2022
Excellent care!
Jun 15, 2022
I did not think I received the normal attention and explanation I usual get from this provider. He was running very late and was distracted by teaching a resident rather than attention to my care.
Jun 13, 2022
Dr. Ryan is kind, thorough and his manner is uplifting!
Jun 12, 2022
I consider myself fortunate to have Dr Ryan as my provider.
Jun 12, 2022
I'm very pleased with Dr. Ryan. I'm not pleased with the long wait time when I got there.
Jun 11, 2022
As I said in my previous comments, Dr Ryan is a superb listener and he is thorough with his examination. I would highly recommend him to others. I will now drive an hour for my eye appointments, but it is worth it to be under his care.
May 25, 2022
I have been a longtime patient of Dr. Ryan, many of my family members come to him because of my experience with him and they also have referred others because of their experience with him. Am very pleased with his professionalism, and bedside manner. He is personable, professional and thorough.
May 23, 2022
Good experience
May 20, 2022
Dr Ryan is exceptional in quality of care as well as professionalism and friendliness.
May 18, 2022
He was awesome he was very informative and put me at ease with my appt and my upcoming changes with my eyes and glasses. Extremely kind and attentive
May 16, 2022
Thank you Dr. Ryan
May 15, 2022
Dr. Robert Ryan is an excellent provider.
May 12, 2022
Excellent care
May 12, 2022
Dr. Ryan is great! I am very glad he is my eye doctor.
May 10, 2022
Dr Ryan is breath of fresh air in today's healthcare. Thorough, efficient and always caring.
May 06, 2022
Dr Ryan is the best
Apr 11, 2022
Dr Ryan is the only eye Dr. I would consult with any problems or concerns.
Mar 30, 2022
I continue to have high confidence in Dr. Ryan as my provider. He is professional, friendly and knows eyes. Always up-beat and willing to take the time needed to answer my questions. I never feel rushed when I talk with him.
Mar 22, 2022
Dr. Ryan was great as always
Mar 20, 2022
Dr. Ryan is very, very competent and knowledgeable.
Mar 19, 2022
Dr Ryan is a very thorough physician. He treats you with the utmost respect as a person and listens and explains your concerns. Highly recommend him to friends.
Mar 18, 2022
Excellent service and knowledgeable provider. Also very pleased with outcome of treatment. Thank you Dr. Ryan
Mar 05, 2022
Excellent
Mar 02, 2022
Dr. Ryan is a top-notch physician.
Feb 24, 2022