Myron E. Bodnar

Dr. Bodnar is a lifelong resident of Northeast Ohio. Upon graduation from Parma High School, he studied chemistry at the prestigious Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, earning a B.A. in Chemistry, with the distinction of summa cum laude.After obtaining his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completing residencies and his Board Certification in Ophthalmology at St. Luke’s Hospital, Dr. Bodnar wished to remain and start his career in Northeast Ohio. He accepted a position with Eye Care of Medina, maintaining a special interest in medical retina. After 5 years, he purchased the well established Medina Eye Associates, where he has been in solo ophthalmology practice since 1993. Over his 32 years of practice in Medina County, he has established many meaningful relationships with patients, colleagues, and local physicians.

Dr. Bodnar is honored and excited to be joining the highly regarded Northeast Ohio Eye Surgeons. He looks forward to continuing to provide his patients with the highest quality care, as well as welcoming new patients to the practice. Each patient’s eye care is intrinsically linked to their overall medical health, and Dr. Bodnar strives to merge the art of Medicine with Ophthalmology.

Residing in Medina since 1988, Dr. Bodnar and his wife have two adult daughters, one a registered nurse, and the other a physician/hospitalist. Dr. Bodnar enjoys nature photography, hiking, reading, and sports.

Specialties

• Comprehensive Medical Ophthalmology, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma, and dry eyes

Education

• Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, summa cum laude, Case Western Reserve University
• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) ,Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

Training

• Flexible Internship, St. Luke’s Hospital, Cleveland,1983
• Pre-Residency Fellowship in Retinal Physiology, St. Luke’s Hospital, Cleveland, 1984
• Ophthalmology Residency, St. Luke’s Hospital, Cleveland, 1988
• Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology, 1990

Accomplishments

• Clinical Instructor in Ophthalmology at St. Luke’s Hospital, 1988-1991
• Winner of the St. Luke’s Hospital House Staff Essay Contest, “Progression of Diabetic Retinopathy and Diabetes Control”, 1987
• Second place, St. Luke’s Hospital Annual House Staff Science Day, “Using the Visual Evoked Response to Evaluate Eyes with Opaque Media”, 1984

Memberships

• American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Cleveland Ophthalmology Society
• Ukrainian Medical Association of North America, Past Treasurer
• Served on the Executive Committee at Medina General Hospital