Ryan A Vasan, MD

Ryan A Vasan, MD

Not currently accepting new patients

4.911731 average rating from 861 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Boston, MA
  • Stoneham, MA

Dr. Vasan received his MD from Wake Forest University School of Medicine, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He then completed an internship at Winthrop University Hospital, followed by an ophthalmology residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical College. After this, he performed a joint fellowship in Cornea and Tissue Banking at North Carolina Eye Bank (now Miracles in Sight Eye Bank) and Cornea and External Disease at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital. Prior to joining Mass Eye and Ear’s Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Cataract Service he worked as an Associate Ophthalmologist at Eye Associates, P.C., in Burlington MA. He currently serves as a Medical Advisory Board Member at Miracles in Sight Eye Bank.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Cornea, 2014
  • Residency: Weill Cornell Medical College, Ophthalmology, 2013
  • Internship: Winthrop University Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2010
  • Medical Education: Wake Forest University School of Medicine, 2009

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.911731 average rating from 861 reviews

  • It was my 1st time seeing Dr Vasan and he was great . Explained everything to me .

    2026-10-05

  • dr Vasan is extremely pleasant and answered my questions and we have a lovely conversation every year when I see him for my annual eye exam. He's just a wonderful person.

    2026-10-06

  • Dr Vasan is extremely helpful in explaining why my eye problem existed and what could be done about it. He showed me images that showed my problem and images of normal eyes. This clarified to me exactly what was going on in my eye. He explained his thoughts but gave me alternative suggestions for my consideration. Surgery is an option but risk/reward outcome must be considered. Most helpful doctor I've seen recently!

    2026-10-05

  • Dr. Vasan is excellent in everyway in his profession.

    2026-10-03

  • I found him very helpful as far as teaching and finding out more information about the various issues I have with my eyes. I found him to be very thorough in his examination and sharing of information.

    2026-10-05

  • This was my first time at Mass Eye and I must say the staff from the moment I stepped in the door till the time I was leaving the staff and the Doctor made me feel like that group of people were all part of my family. Mass General should be so proud to have a group of employees representing them.

    2026-10-03

  • I receive excellent care with Dr. Vasan and Dr [redacted]. The share information and visits are scheduled accordingly

    2026-10-03

  • Always a great experience going to his office.

    2026-10-03

  • I couldn't hope for a better dr. He's the best!!!

    2026-10-02

  • Dr Vasan was extremely knowledgeable and gave examples on how to administer the drops. Understood my concerns and excellent manner

    2026-10-01

  • Dr Vasan is very knowledgeable and professional. He listens, reviews my medical history and answers all my questions. I feel cared. Excellent provider.

    2026-10-01

  • Dr. Vasan explains the conditions and their causes clearly and simply.

    2026-09-30

  • Dr Ryan Vasan is the ultimate doctor, my favorite one ever (and I have had some great doctors of different specialties along the way). He is knowledgeable, curious, respectful with my many questions, well versed in ongoing research, and good natured. I don't feel rushed yet he is efficient with the time we have. MEEI is lucky to have him on the team. I have raved about him to my husband and friends, all of whom are now his patients too.

    2026-10-03

  • I had a very good visit with Dr. Vasan. He was covering for my doctor-Dr. [redacted]. They had very good communication understand my surgeries' histories and my "interesting" condition. He took extra time to check all the notes from Dr.[redacted]. I was comfortable talking with him.

    2026-09-30

  • I was treated with kindness and respect from the moment that I arrived.

    2026-09-30

  • Very experienced provider

    2026-09-29

  • Dr Vasan is very informative and listens to what I tell him.

    2026-09-28

  • Respectful, courteous and good professional

    2026-09-28

  • Dr. Vasan was probably one of the best doctors I've ever seen. He is very thoughtful, very knowledgeable, and explained everything very, very well to me. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

    2026-09-30

  • Dr. Vasan is terrific. Great at his job and a kind person as well.

    2026-09-28

  • Dr. Vasan is the best.

    2026-09-27

  • Good.

    2026-09-28

  • Terrific experience

    2026-09-28

  • This doctor was excellent in answering my questions with extra attention to searching for diagrams to show what he meant. Very thorough.

    2026-09-28

  • Dr Ryan was professional, caring and kind. He listened to me, answered my questions and explain things in a way that I fully understood. Dr. Ryan is an asset to Mass and Ear.

    2026-09-26

  • I was very happy with the care provided by Dr. Vasan. He was very responsive to email questions that I had to allay concerns and confusion and anxiety over pre-op medications and he was very giving of his time in the office when I needed questions to be answered. So, yes, I had a very positive experience with Dr. Vasan. Thank you.

    2026-09-24

  • Excellent doctor.

    2026-09-22

  • Dr Vasan is excellent

    2026-09-22

  • Out Standing-great job

    2026-09-20

  • I like him and his handling of my medical needs.

    2026-09-19

  • I was very pleased with my visit, the professionalism of the nurses as well as Dr. Vasan. Very happy with the care that's been provided and we thank you very much.

    2026-09-17

  • Dr. Vasan could not be a more professional, competent doctor. I put my life in his hands and as for the assistance of running the tests before I see him, all very courteous, all very knowledgeable. And I come up from Cape Cod to Stoneham, so it tells you I'll follow him anywhere. I started with him in Boston. Thank you.

    2026-09-17

  • Dr. Vasan was very knowledgeable, very thorough. He was wonderful overall.

    2026-09-17

  • I always learn a lot.

    2026-09-14

  • It is excellent

    2026-09-14

  • The doctor was very clear to understand and nice as usual I have a once a year appointment

    2026-09-14

  • Very professional and helpful.

    2026-09-14

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    2026-09-09

  • Dr was great and attentive

    2026-09-09

  • Dr. Vasan is very nice, very professional and listened to me; he spent the time with me that he needed to, and I was very happy.

    2026-09-10

  • Dr. Ryan Vasan is an excellent doctor. Professional, knowledgeable and spends as much time as needed. Great personality and thorough with his eye exams.

    2026-09-09

  • Great Doctor and very smart.

    2026-09-08

  • Awesome job Thank you

    2026-09-06

  • I think Dr Vasan is great. He is friendly, has a complete command of your history and conditions. He explains any and all conditions, treatments and options clearly. He is very detailed and shows great focus on your eye's health.

    2026-09-04

  • It is a pleasure to have an appointment with Dr Vasan. He is so thorough, clearly explains where things stand with eyes and is reassuring about my future vision.

    2026-08-27

  • I'm 77 years old and have seen many doctors in my life. Dr. Vasan rates at the top of my list. He knows his stuff and if I have a question about anything concerning my, or my wife's eyes, he explains things in a manner that's easy to understand.

    2026-08-26

  • I have met with Dr Vasan in past years and I am very satisfied with his care for me.

    2026-08-26

  • First class medical care - thank you !

    2026-08-25

  • Dr Vasan was caring, knowledgeable and answered my questions. I would definitely recommend Dr Vasan to family and friends.

    2026-08-24

  • I've been seeing Dr Vasan for a long time. Would recommend him to anyone. He is very caring and answers all my questions and never rushes me out. I value his opinion for my eyes.

    2026-08-25

  • Dr Vasan was excellent. He is positive with excellent bedside manners. Spends ample time with the patient. Answers my questions fully. This is refreshing to experience given how things are going in the opposite direction in the healthcare industry.

    2026-08-25

  • Always happy to undergo this medical (eye) appointment.

    2026-08-24

  • Dr. Vasan is caring, skilled and respectful. He provides excellent care.

    2026-09-02

  • Doctor was good [redacted]

    2026-08-23

  • Very good experience with this office. [redacted].

    2026-08-22

  • I have already recommended this doctor

    2026-08-21

  • Dr Vasan is great !

    2026-08-19

  • Dr Vasan answered all my questions and did a thorough job explaining

    2026-08-19

  • Dr Vasan is a very caring dr . Explains everything to you and answers all questions . I highly recommend him and I did to friends who also love him

    2026-08-17

  • I have had a great experience any time I have a scheduled eye appointment whether that is at the ophthalmologist or the retina eye doctors. Dr. Vassan, Dr. [redacted] and Dr. [redacted] are knowledgeable and experienced eye doctors and they ensure to make patients feel less stressed and at ease when a simple eye exam like mine ended up in emergency eye surgery. Thank you for all that you do.

    2026-08-19

  • Stellar!

    2026-08-17

  • Dr Vasan is wonderful! Very professional and explains everything in layman's terms, very caring would definitely recommend him!

    2026-08-16

  • My care provider was professional, explained everything to me in detail and he's the best.

    2026-08-16

  • This was my first appointment with Dr. Vasan and I am extremely satisfied with the care that I received from him! He was very professional, knowledgeable and very friendly!! I would highly recommend him!

    2026-08-15

  • Great, knowledgeable and respectful doctor.

    2026-08-13

  • Dr. Vasan, very professional seems to rally cre about me

    2026-08-14

  • My visit was great, Dr Vasan is very good at his craft, knows his stuff and explains everything so I can understand!

    2026-08-13

  • Excellent doctor!

    2026-08-12

  • So very knowledgeable and up-to-date everything is out there so then other doctors that I hear from my friends sometimes I go and tell him what he said and then they ask their doctors. Just wish you had someplace in Connecticut. That's closer to Avon Connecticut.

    2026-08-11

  • Outstanding experience

    2026-08-10

  • He was very informative

    2026-08-10

  • Dr Vasan is incredible. Great bedside manner. Explains everything in laymen's language. I have referred patients to him.

    2026-08-10

  • While I see Dr Vasan infrequently, he is always highly professional and knowledgeable. I don't feel rushed when discussing my issues and concerns.

    2026-08-10

  • The provider was excellent, one of the best I've seen in a long time in any location. He was willing to listen, he was polite, he was courteous, he answered all my questions, and he gave me the time that I felt necessary at that appointment. Very appreciative of the service I received from himself and the staff.

    2026-08-12

  • Dr. VASAN Is very caring and very knowledgeable. He takes a lot of time answering all questions and explains every question in detail. Five Star doctor. I trust in his opinion.

    2026-08-11

  • Staff very courteous and knowledgeable.

    2026-08-10

  • The doctor was very informative. He took me in an appropriate time and I felt comfortable talking with him. He made me feel relaxed and we had a good conversation. That's it.

    2026-08-10

  • Dr. Vasan is wonderful. He is very knowledgable and kind. He makes you feel very comfortable and explains everything.

    2026-08-08

  • Ryan was very knowledgeable of my history and the questions I had, he was able to answer right then and there. I thought he was a great doctor.

    2026-08-08

  • Great

    2026-08-07

  • Dr. Vasan and staff are utmost professionals.

    2026-08-05

  • Dr vasan is an excellent all the staff work well together doing the eye tests and were very friendly.

    2026-08-05

  • Nurse and Dr. Vasan very professional

    2026-08-05

  • Dr. Vasan was excellent. All aspects of the visit were very good. Thank you for your services.

    2026-08-05

  • Provided evidence written and video Spoke frankly about all aspects of my care

    2026-08-05

  • Dr. Vasan has a wonderful manner and always listens. Always a great experience.

    2026-08-04

  • Dr Vasan is outstanding. Kind and knowledgeable.

    2026-08-03

  • I am fortunate to have Dr Vasan as my provider. He is extremely knowledgeable, caring, and takes time to explain or answer any of my concerns. He is truly a gem.

    2026-08-02

  • Dr. Ryan Vasan is outstanding. He is a top-tier ophthalmologist. I am so glad he cares for me!

    2026-08-02

  • I was very impressed by Dr. Vasan. He was very knowledgeable, kind, and helpful. I will continue to see him for all of my ophthalmology needs, and recommend him to others.

    2026-08-02

  • Excellent experience. Doctor is knowledgeable and spent a good portion of time educating me on my condition

    2026-08-12

  • Dr Vasan is awesome He is extremely intelligent,very personable and easy to talk to He answers all of my concerns in a very professional manner

    2026-08-01

  • Dr. Vasan is a pleasure in all aspects. I feel very lucky to have him as my ophthalmologist.

    2026-07-29

  • dr. Vasan is the consummate professional. I am so so happy that he's my provider for eye care, excellent!!

    2026-07-29

  • Kind, patient, thorough, professional & highly skilled. Never rushes a patient and explains everything in a wonderfully calm manny

    2026-08-01

  • Dr Vasan was very good

    2026-08-08

  • I've seen Dr. Vasan for many years now. He performs surgery on my eyes and I will continue to go to him. [redacted]

    2026-07-30

  • Dr Vasan and staff were knowledgeable, respectful and helpful.

    2026-07-30

  • He's the best!!

    2026-07-27

  • He is the best doctor I have ever had in this area of CD are. I trust him implicitly.

    2026-07-27

  • I appreciate the attention I received. Dr. Vasan and the staff are professional and pleasant. I am lucky to have Mass Eye and Ear's services. Thank you.

    2026-07-26

  • He seemed very knowledgeable. I have a lot of confidence in him.

    2026-07-26

  • No issues

    2026-07-25

  • Dr. Vasan always responds promptly to me, fits me in for urgent care, explains things clearly, and is genuinely kind, knowledgeable and listens. I am grateful he is part of my care team.

    2026-07-25

  • I like Dr. Vasan because he's very human, very kind, and listens to whatever you have in your mind about your condition. So I'm very pleased that Dr. Vasan is my doctor for my eyes. Thank you so much.

    2026-07-23

  • He was excellent, explained everything to me very well and spent the time with me that I needed. Overall, it was an excellent appointment and I would recommend him.

    2026-07-23

  • He is the best opthomologist i have ever had

    2026-07-19

  • Pleasant & very thorough.

    2026-07-22

  • Very pleased with everyone--we always use mass eye & ear -very happy

    2026-07-21

  • Nobody identify them as a Nurse

    2026-07-19

  • Mass Eye & Ear is a great place to go! Dr Vasan is a great doctor!

    2026-07-19

  • Dr. Vasan is very efficient and clear in his explanations and I would recommend him to anyone who needs eye care. He did my two cataract surgeries and I cannot say enough good things about him. God Bless him and his skill.

    2026-07-18

  • He's the best!

    2026-07-18

  • Dr. Vasan was very thorough, explained everything, asked if I had any questions, and I was seen in a timely manner.

    2026-07-20

  • Very good. Sought second opinion following surgery and will have follow-up care and management of condition with Dr Vasan.

    2026-07-19

  • I have had great help from this provider- both following up after cataract surgery, and referring me and following up on a uveitis issue

    2026-07-18

  • Dr. Vasan is a wonderful doctor and he understands my eye situation 100% and all of the people that took tests were fabulous. Thank you.

    2026-07-16

  • This is my 2nd annual visit with Dr. Ryan Vasan. He has a very pleasant personality and treats you with kindness & respect. He explains what & why he is doing during your exam and speaks very clearly when answering questions. I enjoy him as a provider.

    2026-07-15

  • He was very helpful and knowledgeable

    2026-07-21

  • Dr. Vasan in my view knows what he is talking about. He makes me feel very comfortable about my eyes. I'm very happy with him.

    2026-07-16

  • [redacted] Dr. Vasan is and always has been professional, personable and explains conditions thoroughly. Impressive in an organization this busy.

    2026-07-15

  • My care provider is professional, thorough, caring , and extremely knowledgeable!!!

    2026-07-15

  • very satisfied

    2026-07-15

  • He is excellent

    2026-07-13

  • [redacted] He appeared in a hurry [redacted] This was the first time I felt slightly disappointed with the visit

    2026-07-16

  • Kind, professional, efficient

    2026-07-13

  • This Doctor was compassionate, understanding and encouraging. He made me feel comfortable and calmed my anxieties. He's the best.

    2026-07-13

  • He's definitely a provider I would refer family members and friends

    2026-07-13

  • Usually very thorough

    2026-07-05

  • Dr. Vasan is knowledgeable and attentive to my needs and concerns.

    2026-07-04

  • 10

    2026-07-03

  • Dr Vasan is wonderful

    2026-07-01

  • He was wonderful. He explained the procedure I needed in simple terms with charts and graphics. He made me feel like I would receive great care from him and his staff. I'm [redacted] and have interacted with quite a few doctors but Dr Vasan is really a great human being as well as a knowledgeable doctor.

    2026-07-01

  • Very thoughtful, knowledgeable and respond to questions on Gateway very quickly !

    2026-07-01

  • He explained My care in great details.

    2026-07-01

  • Very informative

    2026-07-02

  • Everything was excellent.

    2026-07-01

  • I had an unexpected eye issue and they fit me in to see the doctor right away. I was very pleased with the whole process and the staff.

    2026-07-01

  • I appreciate his knowledge and experience. He is a great communicator.

    2026-07-01

  • Outstanding and compassionate caregiver.

    2026-06-30

  • Quality care ,excellent experience

    2026-07-02

  • I was made to feel comfortable and understood. My exam was extremely thorough. Everyone was pleasant and professional.

    2026-07-01

  • Dr.and staff was very thorough

    2026-07-01

  • Dr. Vasan is an outstanding physician. I recommend him highly

    2026-06-29

  • He is very professional and very friendly.

    2026-06-28

  • Yes, he is very good. He was my doctor last year. He had all my records ready. He understood what was going on. Okay. Interconversation. He's very good. Next question.

    2026-06-28

  • Appointment was on time, no waiting, from the receptionist to technicians and doctor, everyone was polite, courteous, explained everything thoroughly and answered all of my questions. Couldn't ask for anything more.

    2026-06-28

  • Excellent

    2026-06-27

  • Dr. Vasan and his team are professional, knowledgeable and personable. Always a positive experience...

    2026-06-24

  • Thought the doctor was very thorough

    2026-06-24

  • Great experience [redacted]

    2026-06-24

  • Dr. Vasan is great, he listens to what I have to say and he provides clear information regarding my eye health. I highly recommend this practice and Mass Eye and Ear

    2026-06-24

  • I found Dr. Vasan very informative and patient.

    2026-06-22

  • Very professional and prompt. Offices were very clean and organized.

    2026-06-22

  • He was very professional. He was very helpful and solved my problems. Thank you.

    2026-06-21

  • He is a very good and professional doctor; he explained everything clearly to me.

    2026-06-21

  • Always professional, knowledgeable, listens carefully

    2026-06-21

  • Dr. Vasan is very knowledgeable, very kind, and explains things very well. I always feel very comfortable being his patient, and he listens to my questions, and he answers them in a very efficient and knowledgeable way. Thank you.

    2026-06-18

  • The provider that I had was excellent. He explained everything in detail, made me feel secure about my problem, and I would definitely want to see him again if anything else ever occurred about my eye problem.

    2026-06-17

  • Staff are very friendly and knowledgeable.

    2026-06-16

  • He is extremely caring, intelligent, knowledgeable

    2026-06-15

  • Went as I had expected.

    2026-06-15

  • knowledgeable friendly

    2026-06-16

  • Dr Vasan is friendly and professional . .

    2026-06-14

  • Dr. Ryan Vasan is a pleasure to deal with in regard to my yearly eye exams.

    2026-06-14

  • He is a very nice person and I am totally satisfied with him.

    2026-06-13

  • Very satisfied

    2026-06-13

  • Dr. Vasan cares about his patients. Even at times when I have to wait past my appointment time, I don't mind, because I know he is working with (for) his patients. He noticed I had a rash on my hands, he immediately looked it up and we talked about it, and the meds I took for it. I learned more from him than the doctor who treated me & my PCP!

    2026-06-08

  • Always a pleasant and informative visit with Dr Vasan. I've never felt rushed.

    2026-06-08

  • Dr Vasan is the very best excellent Dr

    2026-06-08

  • My doctor was so great..!! He was very empathetic, understanding, patient, kind, caring and just overall spectacular..!! I've never had such a great doctor as him..!! I'm so impressed and will definitely reconnect him!

    2026-06-07

  • Dr. Ryan is a great doctor. He is very pleasant, attentive and knowledgeable. My yearly visits with him go very well. He answers all questions thoroughly and is very kind and well spoken.

    2026-06-09

  • The only issue is that we changed the date of my exam to allow me to have a procedure and that was never communicated to Dr Vasan. This will lead to me having to take some more time off and a return visit when it all could have happened in one visit.

    2026-06-07

  • Very through and attentive.

    2026-06-07

  • Always professional and informative and always felt at ease

    2026-06-07

  • Very professional and polite .I found my new eye doctor

    2026-06-07

  • Very happy with my doctor.

    2026-06-07

  • Ryan is one of the best ophthalmologists I have seen.

    2026-06-07

  • Dr Vasan is beyond first-class in how he treats all his patients. He is exceptional, intelligent, empathetic, curious, eager to teach, a warm and friendly personality - he is, exceptional!

    2026-06-06

  • Dr. Vasan is a consummate professional and extremely knowledgeable.

    2026-06-04

  • Dr. Ryan Vasan explained the potential causes of my eyes' pain. He spent the time to listen to me and answer my questions and concerns. He is great.

    2026-06-03

  • The staff is wonderful. [redacted]

    2026-06-03

  • My experience with Dr. Vasan is as always excellent. He listens, he explains stuff, and he's quite understanding, and he's a lovely doctor. I'd recommend him to anybody [redacted].

    2026-06-03

  • Great doctor.

    2026-06-02

  • Dr. V is a wonderful physician. He takes as much time as needed to address questions, tests etc. His exam was thorough. I highly recommend him.

    2026-06-10

  • Dr. Ryan Dasan is a wonderful doctor. He is so personable. He takes a long time with you. He's everything that you want in a physician.

    2026-06-05

  • Dr. Vasan and his staff have treated me with utmost respect and ophthalmic care and I trust them.

    2026-06-04

  • He definitely looks at my history before he comes in. He is super easy to talk to. Answers all questions. Extremely knowledgeable., an absolute pleasure to have as my doctor!

    2026-06-03

  • Dr Vasan is very knowledgeable courteous and friendly answered all my questions and concerns A Great Doctor

    2026-06-03

  • The receptionist was extremely helpful Doctor is always helpful, I'm very lucky to be seen by him Recommend him to everyone!

    2026-06-03

  • Excellent, thorough,kind

    2026-06-01

  • I feel very confident about his experience as a doctor. Also, the doctor is very polite, expressing everything about my needs for my situation as a patient .

    2026-05-31

  • I would like to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional Dr. Vasan provides. He is kind, warm, and genuinely present during every visit - and his interest in and concern truly sets him apart. I am so grateful to have him as my eye doctor. I consider myself very lucky! With appreciation,

    2026-05-31

  • I highly respect Dr. Vasan and I 100% respect his diagnosis and his evaluation of my eyes. He's honest and that's very reassuring. I've had other eye doctors that were not very honest and I just can't say enough good things about Dr. Vasan.

    2026-05-28

  • Dr. Vasan makes an extra effort to explain what's going on with your vision. Extremely helpful for an aging patient.

    2026-05-26

  • Best eye doc ever

    2026-05-20

  • Dr Vasan is the best!

    2026-05-18

  • Dr. Vasan is very pleasant and informative. He explains everything so you can understand the situation.

    2026-05-18

  • I liked Dr Vasan very much and felt he listened to my concerns and advised me appropriately, letting me know I can call with questions or if I want to change what I want to do. The 2 techs I saw were the best I've ever seen in any medical practice , and we shared this with Dr. Vasan.

    2026-05-18

  • The doctor was very knowledgable about his field. He had information about my eyes and cataracts. He carefully explained what cataracts are and what surgery entailed should I need it in my future. I felt very comfortable with him and look forward to our next visit.

    2026-05-22

Accepted Insurance

  • Wellpoint
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