Summary

Dr. Brian Chinavare is an ophthalmologist with over three decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor and completed his ophthalmology residency at University Hospitals of Cleveland, along with a transitional year at St. Joseph Mercy Health System. Dr. Chinavare is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.

Dr. Chinavare practices at locations in Defiance and Toledo, Ohio, and maintains affiliations with Lima Memorial Health System and Mercy Health Saint Charles Hospital. His expertise focuses on treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. He performs comprehensive eye exams and specialized procedures such as tonometry and vision tests to help diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Flexible Or Transitional Year
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Brian Chinavare has 2 locations

ProMedica Physicians Defiance Regional Ophthalmology - Defiance

1252 Ralston Ave Ste 400Defiance, OH 43512
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

ProMedica Physicians Vision Associates

3330 Meijer DrToledo, OH 43617
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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31 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Defiance , OHDefiance , OHToledo , OHToledo , OH
Med School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Brian Chinavare

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Medical Specialties

Brian Chinavare has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Brian Chinavare has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Brian Chinavare holds an active medical license in the state of Ohio. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Flexible Or Transitional Year.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi in 1995 and University of Mi Med Sch in 1995.

NPI Number

Brian Chinavare's NPI number is 1568455806.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Brian Chinavare affiliated with?
Brian Chinavare is affiliated with Lima Memorial Health System and Mercy Health Saint Charles Hospital.
What languages does Brian Chinavare speak?
Brian Chinavare speaks English.
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