Dr. Brian Chinavare, MD | Defiance, OH | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Brian Chinavare is an ophthalmologist with over three decades of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-correcting procedures. 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 holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.

Dr. Chinavare practices at ProMedica Physicians locations in Defiance and Toledo, Ohio, with affiliations at Lima Memorial Health System and Mercy Health Saint Charles Hospital. He specializes in treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients rate Dr. Chinavare 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals for his comprehensive eye care services.

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accepting new patients
3.9

9 Ratings
31 years of experience
speaks English
Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Flexible Or Transitional Year
6 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
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I feel I should have gotten much better prepared for what to expect and possibilities of the actual pre surgery experience, and definitely better Informatiin on what to possibly expect for the the next week to 10 days after

July 19th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Chinavare is an excellent provider with great bedside care!! I will recommend him to all of my family and friends!!

July 12th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Both the doctor and NPT were easy to communicate with and listened to my specific concerns. I felt very comfortable and informed going into this surgery.

May 22nd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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He never even apologized for the long wait. I might have spent 5 minutes with me. I definitely won't be coming back. I will find a new Dr.

April 13th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Staff was very kind. Intake lady especially. Thank you to them. Dr.was great too.

February 1st, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Chinavare is so far my favorite at the Pajka Eye Center, as I have had appointments with all their doctors there. He seems to always be running on time, I rarely have to wait to see him. The staff is nice and kind. He goes over my eye problems and spends a good amount of time to explain, I do not feel rushed.

January 7th, 2015

ProMedica Physicians Defiance Regional Ophthalmology - Defiance

1252 Ralston Ave Ste 400Defiance, OH 43512

Tel: (419) 782-6588

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

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ProMedica Physicians Vision Associates

3330 Meijer DrToledo, OH 43617

Tel: (419) 578-2020

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


Dr. Brian Chinavare, MD	Dr. Mandar Joshi, MD	Stanley Tao, MD, MPH	Dr. Philip O'donnell, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (9 Ratings)	4.9 (13 Ratings)	4.2 (21 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	38 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	Speaks English
Defiance , OH	Toledo , OH	Toledo , OH	Defiance , OH
Med School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi	Med School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi	Med School: Albany Medical College of Union University	Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
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Ophthalmology

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

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Flexible Or Transitional Year

Medical School

University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor MiGraduated in 1995

University of Mi Med SchGraduated in 1995

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Which hospitals is Dr. Brian Chinavare affiliated with?: Dr. Brian Chinavare is affiliated with Lima Memorial Health System and Mercy Health Saint Charles Hospital.
Where is Dr. Brian Chinavare's office located?: Dr. Brian Chinavare's office is located at 1252 Ralston Ave Ste 400, Defiance, OH, 43512.
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