Ryan A Vasan, MD

Ryan A Vasan, MD

Not currently accepting new patients

4.899882 average rating from 851 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • 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

4.899882 average rating from 851 reviews

  • 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

  • Very nice, efficient, and knowledgeable. A great Experience. Thank You

    2026-05-19

  • Dr Vasan, was very thorough explaining everything to me in detail all and any questions I had were answered in a professional manner so I could understand .. checked all lab results I had and explained in detail... excellent Doctor .. feel very comfortable and confident in his diagnosis...

    2026-05-17

  • It was an excellent experience

    2026-05-17

  • Been coming to Mass Eye for many years and have no complaints.

    2026-05-17

  • Dr. Vasan was very cordial and professional.

    2026-05-15

  • Dr. Vasan is the best doctor I have ever seen. He is kind, he is courteous, I can't say enough about him. I recommend him to everybody that I know. Again, he is just super. Bye.

    2026-05-14

  • Everyone I saw was friendly, knowledgeable, and caring. I was using a cane and everyone made an effort to make sure I was safe sitting and standing. They were all very helpful. And Doctor Ryan Vassan is the best!

    2026-05-13

  • Office visit was smooth and very professional! Kept a good schedule for patients appt time.

    2026-05-12

  • Very satisfied with the respect that was given

    2026-05-12

  • Provider was excellent

    2026-05-11

  • Dr. Vasan is an outstanding doctor and I feel fortunate that he is part of my medical team.

    2026-05-10

  • Dr. Vasan is always very concerned with what ever matter you are there for. I had a contact lens stuck under my upper eye lid which irritated my eye. I called the second day ( thought it might resolve on its own, but it did not) and was given an appointment that day. I'm always very pleased and appreciative of having Dr. Vasan as my Opthalmologist.

    2026-05-15

  • Dr. Was very thorough

    2026-05-13

  • The dock was great. Everything went perfect. Five star.

    2026-05-11

  • He marvelous

    2026-05-10

  • Dr.Vasan was superb , explained things clearly , and put me at ease. The process was a complete success, and I am extremely pleased.

    2026-05-10

  • Excellent care

    2026-05-09

  • My yearly visit helps to keep my eye care in check for my diabetes condition.

    2026-05-09

  • Good visit

    2026-05-10

  • Dr. Vasan is very good

    2026-05-09

  • Excellent service

    2026-05-09

  • Dr. Vasan has a great manner. He listens and explains things thoroughly.

    2026-05-06

  • Dr Vasan is a nice courteous [redacted] man, he talks to you like your best friend asking you about family , and his. I hope I don't have to change doctor forever.

    2026-05-06

  • The doctor and staff were thorough, knowledgeable and kind. The facility and care were top notch.

    2026-05-05

  • Very thorough, caring, thoughtful, and positive.

    2026-05-05

  • I will continue seeing Dr Vasan until one of Us is no longer able to be at Mass Eye and Ear

    2026-05-04

  • [redacted] Dr Vasan is the best! Knowledgeable, capable, interacts well, listens and asks if patient has any questions or issues to discuss with him. All from Dr Vasan to receptionist in this office are professional, courteous, helpful, polite and respect to their patients. Thank you!

    2026-05-04

  • My experience with this provider could not have been better

    2026-05-04

  • Dr Ryan V is so attentive and knowledgeable of my condition and very caring I have seen This provider for 4 years and am very comfortable with the care I am receiving

    2026-05-04

  • Dr Vasan is a fantastic doctor, very smart,caring and professional.

    2026-05-05

  • Dr.Vasan is one of the most caring doctors I've ever gone to through my cataract surgery to my yearly exams. He treats me with respect with an exam that puts my mind at rest and he's always there for me. He's the best.

    2026-05-03

  • Dr Vasan has been available when I needed him and takes all the time needed to se how I am doing, listen to me and suggest options- repeatedly! He truly is one of my favorite physicians of all time.

    2026-05-05

  • Knowledgeable, courteous, friendly, easy to talk to.

    2026-04-30

  • I was pleased with my exam and explanation of my situation! My questions were answered and I look forward to future treatment!!

    2026-04-29

  • Dr Ryan Vasan listen to me , and took the time to explain the Cataract surgical process that I will be undergoing for both of my eyes. I found him to patient-centered, empathetic, thorough, and communicative. He transformed a high-anxiety situation for me , into one where I now feel safe, respected, and fully informed, which made a big difference to me. I'm positive I'm in capable good hands & no longer so anxious about having this procedure not only once, but twice .

    2026-04-28

  • Top notch ,the best.

    2026-04-26

  • I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the care given to my son. Everything was excellent, perfect, and we are very grateful.

    2026-04-29

  • Dr. Ryan Vasan is simply the best & the team.

    2026-04-28

  • Excellent provider

    2026-04-26

  • [redacted] Front desk staff, nurses and Dr. Vasan could not have been more professional, helpful and nice.

    2026-04-26

  • Dr Vasan is the best. He is always straitforward and always listens to what I have to say. He always makes me feel that I am in good hands re: my eyes which is very important to me.

    2026-04-25

  • He was professional, knowledgeable and explained everything thoroughly. It was an excellent visit

    2026-04-24

  • Everyone at this office has been professional, thorough, patient and empathetic.

    2026-04-24

  • Excellent experience! From my eye test with [redacted] to my MD visit everything was excellent!

    2026-05-04

  • I was very comfortable and at ease when visiting with my doctor and the rest of the staff

    2026-04-23

  • Dr. Vasan is really good. He spends a lot of time, or actually enough that you need. He answers all your questions. He listens. I've never had a problem with him. He's a great doctor. My parents might even go with him when they're retired and I would recommend him. Thank you.

    2026-04-23

  • It was seamless

    2026-04-22

  • As always, Dr. Vasan is beyond wonderful. He is professional, kind, caring and personable. He treats me as an actual person. He speaks so you can understand what he's talking about. He also shows you with pictures exactly what he's explaining to you. I will never see any other eye doctor, unless it's deemed necessary. I have recommended him to many people I know.

    2026-04-22

  • Perfect

    2026-04-22

  • I have seen Dr Vasan for yearly exams over the last several year. He is thorough in his examination and from the moment he enters the exam room he is extremely well prepared to discuss any and all other medical conditions I have with other doctors from another medical facility. He is one of the best doctors I have ever encountered.

    2026-04-20

  • Spent a sufficient amount of time with me analyzing data

    2026-04-20

  • My eye pressure was great. Eyes are best I've shape in years. Very happy with my results. Dr. & technical staff are great and very nice.

    2026-04-19

  • My visit with Dr. Vasan was excellent as usual. He takes plenty of time and he explains very well. Thank you.

    2026-04-19

  • Dr Vasan was very thorough, personable and answered all my questions and concerns. I would definitely recommend him!

    2026-04-19

  • Very professional service cleaning vitamin friendly knowledgeable doctor completely happy with the service

    2026-04-19

  • Dr. Vasan and the office experience was great.

    2026-04-18

  • Happy with my examination

    2026-04-18

  • I would very impressed on how I was treated.

    2026-04-18

  • Yes, Dr. Vasan is always very personable, very to the point in terms of treatment, and always glad to see the patient, which is a comfortable feeling when you're a nervous patient. And I enjoy coming to see Dr. Vasan because of these things. He's also his expertise in my particular field. He has reviewed what in fact has been my options in terms of any possibilities.

    2026-04-16

  • I have been so happy and more than pleased since I switched to MGH Brigham.

    2026-04-13

  • Excellent doctor listen patiently and very pleasant

    2026-04-13

  • Provider is excellent.

    2026-04-13

  • [redacted] Dr Vasan is awesome and appreciate his care!

    2026-04-13

  • Dr. Vasan is a very knowledgeable and caring doctor.

    2026-04-13

  • The care provided and the entire experience could not have been any better.

    2026-04-12

  • He was very through

    2026-04-10

  • My experience with Dr. Vasan has always been positive and he is always caring and interested in anything I have to say and he always welcomes my feedback and as far as I'm concerned, he's excellent. Thank you.

    2026-04-09

  • I love this Dr his name is Dr Vasan and is always pleasant, gets right back to me, very knowledgeable and an asset to your hospital.

    2026-04-08

  • Very caring physician

    2026-04-06

  • He is simply the best. Kind, knowledgeable and takes his time going over every test thoroughly. Definitely one of my very favorite providers.

    2026-04-06

  • I've been seeing my doctors for years & they are very professional and caring.

    2026-04-06

  • I recommend Dr. Vasan to anyone I know looking for eye care. He is smart, a good listener and personable. I am pleased that the wait time has been lessened now that he is in a new office.

    2026-04-10

  • Always the best care

    2026-04-09

  • Excellent response to any of my concerns. Felt like I was in good hands

    2026-04-05

  • Good

    2026-04-04

  • Very professional

    2026-04-15

  • Great "bed-side manner".

    2026-04-01

  • It was a very positive experience.

    2026-04-01

  • Dr Vasan was incredibly kind, compassionate, sweet, and validating. I deal with a few conditions that are quickly dismissed and he made me feel heard and validated in a way many providers don't. He did his best to help me in every way he is able to. It was one of the best appointments I've had w a specialist and I've seen many.

    2026-04-01

  • Dr, Vasan is friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. He is a great doctor!

    2026-03-31

  • No complaints...Excellent physician.

    2026-03-30

  • Dr. VASAN WAS PERSONABLE,HAD LOOKED AT MY INFO AHEAD OF TIME. MADE ME FEEL VERY COMFORTABLE AND SHOWED ME IMPORTANT INFO ON HOW TO CARE FOR MY EYES. HE WAS VERY HONEST ABOUT MY PERCCRIPTIONS. GAVE ME GOOD FEED BACK TO MY QUESTIONS AND TOOK MYVWORRIES AWAY NY ANDWERING MY QUESTIONS .HE WAS GREAT! SO VERY HAPPY I FOUND HIM.

    2026-03-30

  • My provider was so good. It's really a good experience.

    2026-04-01

  • Caring, professional, knowledgeable and personable

    2026-03-29

  • Dr.Vasan is an outstanding physician. He is very thorough, extremely personable, compassionate and answers all questions. He takes time with his patients ,and explains in detail any issues a patient may have. I am very blessed to have him as my ophthalmologist.

    2026-03-28

  • Nothing, always a great experience with Dr. Vasan.

    2026-03-28

  • I had an exceptional experience with my Doctor.

    2026-03-27

  • He is always professional and listens to his patients concerns.

    2026-03-25

  • Great experience

    2026-03-25

  • He is thorough, knowledgeable, respectful and seems to truly care about my eye health

    2026-03-23

  • I am very happy with this Dr.

    2026-03-23

  • Total professional

    2026-03-31

  • I have a very sensitive and an allergic reaction to some unclear ophthalmology drops. This provider listens to me completely and provides me with 100% caution & expertise.

    2026-03-26

  • Outstanding I have complete confidence in his care.

    2026-03-24

  • Dr. Vasan is truly the best in every way. I'm so thankful he sees patients in Stoneham!

    2026-03-24

  • Very thorough and very engaged in our conversation.

    2026-03-21

  • Dr. Vasan answered all my questions. I would highly recommend Dr. Vasan for any eye issue.

    2026-03-21

  • Plan of care explained and personable,

    2026-03-18

  • Dr Vasan is the best eye Dr a person could have. Extremely intelligent, and caring!

    2026-03-18

  • I'd like to mention that Dr. Vasan is always extremely pleasant, professional, and I feel very comfortable talking with him. He seems very intelligent and he does remember past histories of my particular situation. So I have only wonderful things to say about him. He's a wonderful doctor. Thank you.

    2026-03-19

  • Dr. Vasan and his staff are the best. I've had the best experience with their expertise, kindness and devotion to their patients.

    2026-03-18

  • I am glad I had this second visit and appreciate Dr. Vasan's expertise. All eye visits are thorough and lengthy for good reason. Comments about length of appointments are inappropriate for that reason.

    2026-03-17

  • He was knowledgeable, friendly , courteous, and helpful at all times.

    2026-03-17

  • Dr. Vasan is very easy to talk with and explains everything in terms easy to understand.

    2026-03-15

  • Dr. Vasan is great!

    2026-03-18

  • I recommended you to someone. They said your work is spectacular. Excellent service.

    2026-03-15

  • Excellent visit with my provider.

    2026-03-15

  • Dr Vasan was excellent He explained everything to me about my condition.Highly recommend him.

    2026-03-15

  • Everything is perfect.

    2026-03-13

  • Well, Dr. Ryan Vasan was an excellent doctor. He answered all our questions about my mother. He seems like an excellent professional because he gave us all the information we needed. He treated us very well, and we're very happy. My mother is very, very happy with Dr. Vasan because he's an excellent professional. He has a great gift for treating people and making them feel good. My mother felt very comfortable having him as her eye doctor. She's very, very happy.

    2026-03-12

  • My care was fantastic! It was just a yearly eye exam. Dr. Vasan is perfect!!

    2026-03-11

  • Dr.Ryan Vasan had been professional, friendly and thorough always. I'm very thankful.

    2026-03-09

  • Always attentive and listens about any concerns I may have

    2026-03-09

  • Dr vasan is caring and explains in detail exam results in a easy way you can understand.

    2026-03-12

  • Dr. Vasan was helpful, listened carefully, very efficient with his inspection of my eye and told me what was going on along the way. I thought it was a very good thing.

    2026-03-11

  • Very professional, time efficient and friendly experience

    2026-03-09

  • Very good

    2026-03-08

  • I love Dr. Vasan!

    2026-03-08

  • I felt that I was treated with respect and understanding

    2026-03-09

  • Dr. Vasan is professional and friendly, and always puts me at ease. He listens carefully and answers my questions clearly.

    2026-03-07

  • Doctor gave me time to explain issues and answered questions, not rushed and took time to explain the procedure and how best to treat the medical issues.

    2026-03-07

  • Dr. Vasan is always thorough with his exams and questions and concerns that I may have. My wife and I are grateful to have him as our ophthalmologist. I have and will continue to refer him to my family and friends.

    2026-03-05

  • Dr. Vasan is a true gem. Totally an expert in his field, kind and concerned. A true pleasure to be treated by him.

    2026-03-04

  • He was excellent

    2026-03-04

  • The best doctor!

    2026-03-04

  • Very professional

    2026-03-03

  • The experience was very positive. From the front office to the care provider. I received exceptional courteousey and professional service. Every staff member I saw on the day of my appointment was extremely attentive.

    2026-03-04

  • Dr Vasan is a wonderful practitioner. He Listens to your concerns and explains his findings. He has a great " bedside" manor!

    2026-03-02

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