Dr. Gary Wörtz, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Commonwealth Eye Surgery in Lexington, KY. Dr. Wörtz has been the principal investigator on numerous FDA trials leading to the approval of new drugs in the ophthalmic space. He frequently lectures at major ophthalmology meetings and is passionate about driving the profession forward through innovative research and publications.
Dr. Gary Wörtz, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Commonwealth Eye Surgery in Lexington, KY. Dr. Wörtz has been the principal investigator on numerous FDA trials leading to the approval of new drugs in the ophthalmic space. He frequently lectures at major ophthalmology meetings and is passionate about driving the profession forward through innovative research and publications.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Commonwealth Eye Clinic through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
I had anxiety with the idea of any eye surgery or procedure and you guys absolutely made me feel so comfortable and safe. I would literally let you pull my eyes out and put them back in. That’s how much trust I have.
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
Thank you great job
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Wortz was friendly, kind, and efficient.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Awesome!
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Friendly and fast
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Although I saw his prep people way more than I saw him, he was very courteous and friendly when I did notice he was doing the surgery.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Outstanding Service
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
The video was very helpful! I was thrilled with the wonderful results from his work! I was also impressed by his warm bedside manner!
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
He is a world class eye doctor !
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Terrific job!
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
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Commonwealth Eye Clinic
2353 Alexandria Dr #260 Lexington, KY 40504
Dr. Gary Wörtz, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Commonwealth Eye Surgery in Lexington, KY and is among the busiest cataract and refractive surgeons in the United States. He is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at his alma mater, the University of Kentucky, where he lectures and instructs residents on refractive surgery techniques. His accomplishments have been recognized globally through inclusion in the top 100 Power List by The Ophthalmologist and the Ocular Surgery News Premier Surgeon 300 List.
Beyond being a surgeon, consultant and educator, Dr. Wörtz is a successful inventor and entrepreneur. Ten years ago, he founded Omega Ophthalmics with the mission of developing a new inraocular implant platform. He has been granted 50 patents in the US and internationally. He also co-founded Arcuate Innovations, which provides evidence-based guidance for the surgical correction of astigmatism to ophthalmologists around the world.
Dr. Wörtz has been the principal investigator on numerous FDA trials leading to the approval of new drugs in the ophthalmic space. Additionally, he shares his insights and opinions through his podcast, Ophthalmology Off the Grid, which has received over 100,000 downloads over its 100 + episodes. He frequently lectures at major ophthalmology meetings and is passionate about driving the profession forward through innovative research and publications.
I had anxiety with the idea of any eye surgery or procedure and you guys absolutely made me feel so comfortable and safe. I would literally let you pull my eyes out and put them back in. That’s how much trust I have.
Thank you great job
Dr. Wortz was friendly, kind, and efficient.
Awesome!
Friendly and fast
Although I saw his prep people way more than I saw him, he was very courteous and friendly when I did notice he was doing the surgery.
Outstanding Service
The video was very helpful! I was thrilled with the wonderful results from his work! I was also impressed by his warm bedside manner!
He is a world class eye doctor !
Terrific job!