Christopher Thomas Hood, MD
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Areas of Practice
Subspecialty: Cornea Evaluation and treatment of cataracts (including astigmatism-correcting lenses); corneal surgery (including lamellar and full-thickness transplantation); refractive surgery (including IntraLase, custom cornea LASIK, LASEK, PRK); dry eye disease; corneal infections, dystrophies and tumors
Expertise
- Cataract Surgery
- Corneal Cross-Linking (Collagen Cross-Linking)
- Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK)
- LASIK Surgery
- Phakic Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) or Implantable Contact Lenses (ICLs)
- Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
- Prosthetic Replacement of the Ocular Surface Ecosystem (PROSE)
- WaveLight LASIK
Locations
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Cornea & Refractive Surgery Clinic | Kellogg Eye Center 1000 Wall St
Elevator B Floor 3
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-1912Get Directions -
Ophthalmology Clinic | Kellogg Eye Center-Grand Blanc 3181 E Grand Blanc Rd
Grand Blanc, MI 48439-2709Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Residency
Board Certifications
Research Overview
Clinical studies related to refractive surgery, the cornea, and cataracts
Patient Ratings & Comments
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Patient Ratings
795 Patient Ratings
Patient Comments
October 12, 2025 - "Dr Hood was great. Took time to explain everything and answered questions so I understood. Never felt he was rushing"
October 8, 2025 - "Dr Hood knows his area of expertise and shares that knowledge with with care and simplicity."
October 8, 2025 - "Dr. Hood did a great job explaining to me the procedure under which I would go, answeriing all my questions, and including me in the decision making process. I would happily recommend Dr. Hood to others."
October 6, 2025 - "My planned procedure was discussed with me and my husband. What risks were involved. But also that the procedure, although I would need some down time, would lead to better vision. Dr. Hood was confident about that and had the experience to back it up. Very reassuring."
October 6, 2025 - "Dr. Hood and [...] are excellent and certain show due care"
October 2, 2025 - "Although the visit by Dr. Hood was short but he explained my concerns clearly and provided follow-up options."
October 1, 2025 - "[...] The care I received at the University of Michigan and with Dr. Hood and [...] was the best among all of the care I have received. [...] friendly, listened well, answered questions and were professional, knowledgeable and patient-centered. The care was excellent."
September 25, 2025 - "Dr. Hood took the time to listen to my concerns and correct the mis-information I had."
September 18, 2025 - "Dr Hood is so very kind and caring for your needs, fears and concerns. I wouldn't trust anyone but him [...]"
September 16, 2025 - "I was very impressed with Dr Hood's professional expertise and his very personable manner., He commented to me throughout the surgery which made me comfortable. He included my daughter in the pre and post op discussions.She had many favorable comments also [...]"
