Susan Gail Elner, MD

Specialty: Ophthalmology
Title: Professor
4.9/5
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Susan Gail Elner, MD
Ophthalmology
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  • Areas of Practice

    Subspecialty: Uveitis/Retina
    Inflammatory eye diseases, uveitis, iritis, intermediate uveitis, panuveitis, retinal vasculitis, choroiditis and cystoid macular edema.

    Locations

    • Retina & Uveitis Clinic | Kellogg Eye Center 1000 Wall St
      Elevator B Floor 2
      Ann Arbor, MI 48105-1912
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    Insurance Accepted

    University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.

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    Education & Training

    Medical School or Training

    University of Chicago, 1982

    Residency

    University of Chicago, Ophthalmology, 1986

    Fellowships

    Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology, 1988

    Board Certifications

    Ophthalmology

    Research Overview

    Mechanisms of ocular inflammation and angiogenesis, specifically the role and modulation of cytokines and cell adhesion molecules in uveitis; angiogenesis in diseases such as proliferative diabetic retinopathy, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration

    Learn more about Dr. Susan Elner's research.

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    Patient Ratings

    158 Patient Ratings

    Patient Comments

    June 18, 2026 - "Dr.Elner explains issues in a very easily understandable format. She is very personable and makes you feel comfortable and she listens to your concerns!"

    June 18, 2026 - "Dr Elner was very thorough"

    May 21, 2026 - "Dr. Elner is a GREAT provider. I have trouble imagining going through this medical situation with another Doctor."

    April 7, 2026 - "Dr Elner helped me understand my current condition"

    March 25, 2026 - "I like that Dr. Elner takes time to explain exactly what is going on with my ongoing treatment. My [...] wanted to start weening me off of some medications. Dr. Elner took time to explain how we would accomplish this. I feel that she truly cares about her patients, which means a lot to me with all of my health issues."

    March 10, 2026 - "Dr. Elner is an amazing doctor, Very knowledgeable of her practice."

    February 12, 2026 - "Dr. Elner is a wonderful provider and has given me top notch care for over [...] years."

    February 12, 2026 - "I am pleased with all aspects of my care that Dr. Elner provided."

    February 6, 2026 - "Dr Elner is fantastic"

    January 29, 2026 - "Dr. Elner exhibits a sincere concern for patient's well-being."

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