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Steven J Gedde

Steven J Gedde, MD

Cataract and Refractive DiseaseGlaucoma

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults

Languages

  • English

About Steven J Gedde

Roles

Executive Vice Chair
Vice Chair of Education
John G. Clarkson Chair in Ophthalmology
Director of Global Center for Ophthalmic Education

Clinical Area

Glaucoma, Cataracts and Intraocular Lens

Research Interests

Glaucoma Surgical Outcomes
Medical Education

Honors and Awards

American Academy of Ophthalmology Life Achievement Honor Award
American Academy of Ophthalmology Secretariat Award
American Glaucoma Society President’s Award
Straatsma Award for Excellence in Resident Education
Excellence in Health Care Educator of the Year Award
Boberg-Ans Prize
Iron Arrow Honor Society
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Chandler Lecture

About the Provider

Steven J. Gedde, MD is Professor of Ophthalmology and Vice Chair of Education at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He received his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Gedde completed his residency training in ophthalmology at Wills Eye Hospital, where he also served as Chief Resident. He pursued a clinical glaucoma fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Dr. Gedde has lectured nationally and internationally. He has authored and co-authored more than 400 articles, book chapters, and abstracts. He is the Editor of the second edition of Curbside Consultation in Glaucoma: 49 Clinical Questions, and he has served on the Editorial Boards for Ophthalmology, Journal of Academic Ophthalmology, EyeNet, Ocular Surgery News, Ophthalmology Management, and EyeWorld. Dr. Gedde has been listed among America’s Top Doctors, Best Doctors in America, America’s Best Ophthalmologists, Florida Super Doctors, and Ophthalmologist Power List. He received an Achievement Award in 2006, Senior Achievement Award in 2012, Life Achievement Award in 2022, and Secretariat Awards in 2017 and 2021 from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He served as the Residency Program Director at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute from 1999 to 2021.  He was selected as the Excellence in Health Care Educator of the Year in 2009, and received the Straatsma Award for Excellence in Resident Education in 2016.  Dr. Gedde is a member of the American Ophthalmological Society.  He has served on the Board of Directors of the American Glaucoma Society and the American Board of Ophthalmology.  He is Chair of the Glaucoma Preferred Practice Pattern Panel.  Dr. Gedde is a study chairman for the Tube Versus Trabeculectomy (TVT) Study and Primary Tube Versus Trabeculectomy (PTVT) Study, multicenter randomized clinical trials comparing tube shunt surgery and trabeculectomy with mitomycin C.

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    Education

    • Fellowship: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Glaucoma, 1996
    • Residency: Wills Eye Hospital, Ophthalmology, 1995
    • Residency: Chestnut Hill Hospital, Rotating, 1992
    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 1991

    Board Certifications

    • Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology

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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9 out of 5

    430 ratings, 106 reviews

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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/20/2026

      Excelente

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/2/2026

      Dr. Gedde is the best at glaucoma

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/15/2026

      Dr. Gedde is the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/11/2026

      I have been Dr Gedde’s patient for almost 20 yrs and he is an excellent doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2026

      Thx u Dr Gedde

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/20/2026

      Good service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/12/2026

      I recommend Bascom Palmer to all our friends and family

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2026

      Dr Gedde is the best!!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/23/2025

      Timely

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/25/2025

      Dr Gedde is very good he explain my problem to me

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/25/2025

      It Was very good.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2025

      He is the best physician and surgeon. To me he is the most gifted surgeon that I have the privilege of calling my physician and friend.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/12/2025

      He. Is always very. Attentive .Explains everything we'll and spends time to check what needs to be done .

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/11/2025

      Great overall experience

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/4/2025

      Excelente

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/1/2025

      I am grateful to God for sending me to Dr. Gedde. Dr. Gedde is positive and compassionate and never gloom doomy. He is honest and never insults my eyes or my concerns. I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Gedde. My little eyes love Miami and I never have blepharitis episodes in Miami. No pollen. No allergy. My eyes are very happy in Dr. Gedde's care. I will continue to be Bascom Palmer's Amassador of Good Will.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/21/2025

      I’m impressed that he has fellows with him most of the time. He also knows exactly who I am and what my issues are.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/14/2025

      I would come back to Miami if I ever moved from Coral Springs. And I do t mind the ride even in my 70’s because I have4 wonderful drs at Bascom Palmer and they all are wonderful!!! Also one of the techs in Miami I taught in Kindergarten and she is awesome! She works with children and I think could do almost anything and she always has a smile and compassion!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/12/2025

      It’s the best my Dr is concerned,caring and a genius I am totally blessed to have him as my Dr

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/12/2025

      Excelent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/10/2025

      Excellent physician, can’t get any better, he is on top of all

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/10/2025

      Buenisima

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/7/2025

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/7/2025

      Dr Gedde is an excellent person and very respectful and polite

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2025

      It was very nice, very helpful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/23/2025

      Dr is an outstanding provider that cares for the overall outcome of my case…

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/20/2025

      Dr. Gedde is compassionate, competent, professional, treats patients like his family. Highly recommended.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/9/2025

      Dr Gedde listens & answers questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/1/2025

      Perfect

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2025

      Very Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/15/2025

      My experience was outstanding. I have no negative comments.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/13/2025

      Thank you DR.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/13/2025

      Dr Gedde is very knowledgeable, caring and patient. He puts me at ease, causes me to relax. An excellent physician.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/5/2025

      excelente servicios

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/29/2025

      Steven Gedde is excellent. Very intelligent and very caring.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/22/2025

      Everything is great except for the time you have to wait.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/22/2025

      My provider was excellent. It’s getting to him that was very frustrating. A real lack of resoect for my time by the organization.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/20/2025

      Very Good over Twenty years🩷

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/19/2025

      Wonderful experience

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/18/2025

      Consistency in providing excellent care that gives me peace of mind so I can sleep at night.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/15/2025

      Very Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/14/2025

      Excellent, But checking in was far superior than with essentially a robot.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/11/2025

      Dr. Gedde is an excellent physician. He’s always extremely patient and explains and reviews the outcomes of the tests. I would highly recommend Dr. Gedde.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/4/2025

      Dr Gedde is exceptionally professional, kind, courteous and give all his attention to answering all questions & concerns

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/20/2025

      Dr. Gedde is excellent and knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/19/2025

      I have been a patient of Dr Gedde for over 28 years. He is exceptional.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/17/2025

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/3/2025

      Excelente

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/20/2025

      I am very happy with the care I received at Bascom Palmer eye institute over the years

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/13/2025

      Dr is patient & explained things

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/13/2025

      To the polnt and helpful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/6/2025

      Dr Gedde is amazing and a phenomenal doctor! He genuinely cares about his patients , he makes decisions on the side of caution, is incredibly thorough and extremely kind and thoughtful. He is a role model for all doctors!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/26/2025

      I have the best opinion of Dr Gedde

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2025

      Dr. Gedde is a superb doctor. It is impossible to imagine any opthamologist more knowledgable about glaucoma or showing more concern for the patient. He does not talk down to a patient and patiently explains the condition, the changes if any and the treatment options. I feel extremely fortunate to have him as my doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/17/2025

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/16/2025

      DR Gedde is a great doct

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/16/2025

      Dr. Gedde always explains treatment plans.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/7/2025

      All good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/1/2025

      He is a great doctor. Would highly recommend to anyone.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/24/2025

      Dr. Gedde is a wonderful doctor!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/24/2025

      This is the 20th year Dr Gedde has been taking care of me and I can't say enough good things about his professionalism, empathy, humility of listening and care for me over these 20 years

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/20/2025

      Dr Gedde is very thorough in his examinations and always ensures that I fully understand the situation relative to my eye health

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/29/2025

      Excellent care provided.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/22/2025

      Dr. Gedde was thoughtful in reviewing, comparing and contrasting previous tests with the results of the tests I had that day, and thorough in his examination of my eyes and in the discussion that followed. He patiently explained things and patiently listened to me. I am blessed to have such an excellent physician and caretaker. Dr. Gedde helps make Bascom Palmer all that It Is. Following the exam.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/16/2025

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/13/2025

      I consider Dr Gedde an excellent doctor. I have been his patient for more than 10 years

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2024

      I never had a bad experience in more than 20 yrs

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2024

      Dr. Gedde has provides me with exceptional care for many years.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2024

      Excellent doctor and very professional, I congratulate him for his special work and dedication to patients, I recommend him, he is an excellent doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/3/2024

      Always thorough, sincere care, responses to all questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/3/2024

      Dr. Gedde is amazing

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/21/2024

      Dr Gedde was great

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2024

      Dr. Gedde is superior in all aspects of his care and treatment.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2024

      Dr Steven Gedde is the absolute BEST! He's just so professional and friendly and in my opinion is a super ophthalmologist!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/27/2024

      Dr Steven Gedde is an outstanding ophthalmologist. He's very professional and so caring. His staff follows his lead and is also terrific. The whole team works together so well. I would highly recommend Dr Gedde and Bascom Palmer to all of my family and friends.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/11/2024

      Dr. Gedde is an Excellent professional and very caring person . I am very Greatful. Thanks

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/24/2024

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/23/2024

      Excelente medico muy profesional ,amable explica todo bien. Si lo recomendar a a familiares y a cualquier persona que tenga problemas de vision.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2024

      This doctor knew how to explain knew how to be humane He's an excellent doctor!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/11/2024

      Dr. GEDDE and his staff are the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/2/2024

      Very good thank you

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/2/2024

      None better

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/28/2024

      Instead of a 'very good' option I wish there was an 'excellent'.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/25/2024

      Besides Dr Gedde's knowledge & easy way of explaining the circumstances, he has such a good disposition. He is very kind & patient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/6/2024

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/6/2024

      Dr. Gedde Is the nicest doctor I ever had and an excellent doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/25/2024

      Stellar example of excellence in healthcare!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/25/2024

      I love my physician. He is very thorough answering all questions. Very kind doc.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/22/2024

      Dr. Gedde good dr always listens to his patients with a lot of dedication and his experience ,for our health

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/22/2024

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/21/2024

      Dr. Gedde is very professional and at the same time very human in his treatment. Very Grateful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/14/2024

      I will always recommend my provider He is the best

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/7/2024

      Dr Gedde is always very empathic and caring about the well being of my eyesI'm very grateful to God and him

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/30/2024

      Dr. Gedde. He is an intelligent, knowledgeable and caring individual.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/28/2024

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/27/2024

      Dr. Gedde is an amazing professional and an expert in the field of glaucoma. The care I have received from Dr. Gedde over the years has been superb. Super happy being under his care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/20/2024

      Dr. Gedde is a huge asset to U of M/Bascom Palmer Eye Imstitite. He is the ultimate professional!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/17/2024

      Dr Spent 45 minutes with me .. Wow!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/15/2024

      Excelent doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/7/2024

      Dr Gedde is simply the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/1/2024

      Dr Gedde is fantastic, great knowledge and great manner and attitude.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/29/2024

      Dr Gedde makes things easy to understand & has a very caring disposition. He listens.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/27/2024

      I have recommended Dr. Gedde to others.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/24/2024

      Very good communication

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/20/2024

      Dr. Gedde is the only male doctor I trust. I have been traumatized by inept male physicians. I trust Dr. Gedde and am grateful that he saved my right eye. I will always travel to Bascom Palmer because he is the ABSOLUTE BEST DOCTOR FOR ME. I tell and write continuously about the eyesaver.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/18/2024

      DR GEDDE IS OUTSTANDING. PROBABLY THE BEST PHYSICIAN I HAVE EVER ENCOUNTERED.