Dr. Timothy Ehlen, M.D., is a comprehensive Ophthalmologist and partner at Northwest Eye in Minnesota, specializing in cataract glaucoma and refractive surgery, including LASIK and PRK. He has been a member of Northwest Eye’s respected team of doctors since 1998.
Dr. Ehlen received his undergraduate B.A. degree in chemistry from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota.He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School.
Dr. Timothy Ehlen, M.D., is a comprehensive Ophthalmologist and partner at Northwest Eye in Minnesota, specializing in cataract glaucoma and refractive surgery, including LASIK and PRK. He has been a member of Northwest Eye’s respected team of doctors since 1998.
Dr. Ehlen received his undergraduate B.A. degree in chemistry from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota.He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Northwest Eye through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
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(4 days ago)
May-2026
Straight forward conversations. I appreciate this. Quick and efficient. Best Optho
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Always the best experience from the team
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Dr. Ehlen was very professional, yet he explained all the options for cataract surgery in easy to understand language. I truly appreciated that!
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
The most knowledgeable and friendly.answers questions, cares
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
I’ve been seeing Dr Ehlen for 25+ years. He’s the very best!
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Did not take time to explain what was going to be done. Even though I have had yag done before I have forgotton.I am 83 and memory has diminished a little. Was in and out of exam room in just minutes.No conversation. I know doctors are busy but it would be nice if they would take just a little time to explain procedure.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
He was pleasant, thorough, and fast.
My appointment for the annual eye exam was for 10:00 a.m. and I was all done by 10:30. Times have changed.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
He is so professional, he listens to your concerns, and explains them so you can understand them .
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Came in in pain and left comfortable after treatment
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
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Northwest Eye: Golden Valley Office
8501 Golden Valley Rd. Suite 100 Golden Valley, MN 55427
Northwest Eye: Maple Grove Office
12000 Elm Creek Blvd N. Suite 100 Maple Grove, MN 55369
Northwest Eye: St. Anthony Office
2601 39th Ave NE. Suite 1 St. Anthony, MN 55421
Northwest Eye: Wayzata Office
250 Central Ave N. Suites 105 & 107 Wayzata, MN 55391
Dr. Timothy Ehlen, M.D., is a comprehensive Ophthalmologist and partner at Northwest Eye in Minnesota, specializing in cataract glaucoma and refractive surgery, including LASIK and PRK. He has been a member of Northwest Eye’s respected team of doctors since 1998.
Dr. Ehlen received his undergraduate B.A. degree in chemistry from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota. After a year of post-undergraduate work in the discipline, his true calling for medicine became apparent. He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School. It was in medical school when his calling to the ophthalmologic field was realized. After an internship at Hennepin County Medical Center, he went on to complete his ophthalmology residency at the University of Minnesota and received additional training in LASIK refractive eye surgery. He maintains a position at the University of Minnesota as a clinical assistant professor of ophthalmology.
Dr. Ehlen is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of many professional organizations including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Minnesota Academy of Ophthalmology, International Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, American Medical Association, Minnesota Medical Society, and the Twin Cities Medical Society. Dr. Ehlen is a member of the adjunct faculty staff at the University of Minnesota Medical School, teaching medical students and residents on a regular basis. Dr. Ehlen also serves as a physician advisor on several corporate/institutional boards, helping to bridge the corporate world with the realities of hands-on patient care. He has been listed as a “Top Doctor” by Mpls./St.Paul magazine.
When not in the office, Dr. Ehlen and his wife enjoy spending time with their four children, and are involved in many volunteer activities in their community, school, and church. Dr. Ehlen enjoys coaching his children from the very young levels, as he can be seen at a hockey arena or a lacrosse or soccer field most days of the year. He also has a love for the outdoors, where he enjoys running, biking, downhill skiing, golfing, yard work and backyard fires with friends and family.
Dr. Ehlen sees patients at our Golden Valley, Maple Grove, St. Anthony, and Wayzata Northwest Eye locations.
Like him
Straight forward conversations. I appreciate this. Quick and efficient. Best Optho
Always the best experience from the team
Dr. Ehlen was very professional, yet he explained all the options for cataract surgery in easy to understand language. I truly appreciated that!
The most knowledgeable and friendly.answers questions, cares
I’ve been seeing Dr Ehlen for 25+ years. He’s the very best!
Did not take time to explain what was going to be done. Even though I have had yag done before I have forgotton.I am 83 and memory has diminished a little. Was in and out of exam room in just minutes.No conversation. I know doctors are busy but it would be nice if they would take just a little time to explain procedure.
He was pleasant, thorough, and fast. My appointment for the annual eye exam was for 10:00 a.m. and I was all done by 10:30. Times have changed.
He is so professional, he listens to your concerns, and explains them so you can understand them .
Came in in pain and left comfortable after treatment