Wilmer Eye Institute

We Are Now Open for Elective Surgeries and Procedures

As our communities begin to reopen, we are now offering select elective surgeries and procedures at our ambulatory surgery facilities in Maryland. We also continue to offer telemedicine visits and in-person visits as needed.

Message from Our Director Dr. Peter McDonnell

How We Make Sure You Are Safe

To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, our doctors and care teams are taking extra precautions to make your visit as safe as possible.

Testing and Screening

Masks and Protective Equipment

Cleaning

Social Distancing

Learn more about our COVID-19 safety precautions.

How to Schedule Your Appointment

Elective Procedures

If you've been already scheduled for a procedure that had to be postponed, we will reach out to reschedule. If this is a new procedure, please contact us at 410-955-5080 to schedule a consultation.
Learn more about preparing for your appointment.

Video Visits (Telemedicine)

Many new and existing Johns Hopkins patients have the option to have a video appointment (telemedicine) with their provider, depending on their healthcare need. If you don't have a device to use for a video visit, you and your provider may decide that a telephone call will meet your needs.
Learn more about video visits.

New Patients (not previously seen by the Wilmer Eye Institute)

410-955-5080

Existing Wilmer Eye Institute Patients

Request an Appointment through MyChart

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Request a Telemedicine Appointment

Patients with a MyChart account can participate in a live-video appointment, called a video visit. A video visit can be scheduled through MyChart or by calling 410-955-5933. If you are a new patient or need to set up a MyChart account, a member of our team can help guide you through the process over a phone call.
Preparing for Your Telemedicine Appointment
Upon scheduling your appointment you will receive directions to prepare you for your video visit. Be sure to complete the following steps:
1. Activate your MyChart account.
2. In MyChart, add or update your medication list, preferred pharmacy and allergies.
3. Download Polycom via MyChart.
4. Upload any images of your eye you would like your doctor to review to mychart.
What to Expect Before Your Telemedicine Appointment
Shortly before your appointment you will be contacted by a member of our team to ensure you are ready for your appointment by completing the following:
- Activated your MyChart account.
- In MyChart, you’ve updated your medication list, preferred pharmacy and allergies.
- Downloaded Polycom via MyChart.
We will also confirm your location and answer any questions you may have to prepare you for your appointment.

When To Contact Your Doctor During This Time

Wilmer Eye Institute has postponed routine eye appointments due the COVID-19 pandemic, however we encourage patients to contact their providers for guidance related to the following symptoms and conditions, which are eye conditions that should always be addressed right away:

macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy requiring regular eye injections
blurry, wavy or blank spots in your field of vision
new floaters or flashes in your vision
sudden loss of vision
eye pain, headache, red eye, nausea and vomiting

For persons who have had glaucoma surgery, contact your provider if you have any of the following symptoms: severe eye pain, major decrease in vision, sticky discharge.

The Wilmer Eye Institute is a leader in the delivery of state-of-the-art eye care.
Our experts, including top-ranked ophthalmologists and optometrists, are available at nine convenient locations across Maryland.