
Divya Srikumaran, MD
Cornea and External Diseases
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Divya Srikumaran
Professional Titles
Walter J. Stark, MD Professor of Ophthalmology
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology
Background
Divya Srikumaran, M.D., is the Walter J. Stark Chair of Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute, and practices at Wilmer's East Baltimore and Odenton, Maryland locations. She specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the cornea, performing corneal transplants, cataract surgeries, and refractive surgeries (LASIK). She is an investigator for several clinical trials at Wilmer offering her patients the latest treatment options. She has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and lectures at national cornea and cataract conferences.
Dr. Srikumaran, an associate professor of ophthalmology in the Division of Cornea and External Disease at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute received her M.D. degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, after which she completed her ophthalmology residency and cornea fellowship training at the Wilmer Eye Institute. Dr. Srikumaran’s research interest includes the assessment of corneal transplant outcomes and risk factors for receiving keratoplasty through big data sources including administrative claims data. She received the Hoskins Center IRIS Registry Research Fund Award through the American Academy of Ophthalmology as well as the EBAA Pilot Research grant to study real-world endothelial keratoplasty outcomes. She is a busy clinician who is actively involved in multi-central clinical trials in cornea. In addition, she serves on the scientific program committee of the EBAA and is participating in their Physician Leadership Program. She is also a member of the editorial board for Cornea and will serve as an associate editor for the society’s new journal Cornea Open. She is also a renowned educator and currently serves as Vice Chair of Education and was previously residency program director. As vice chair of education, she has an interest in medical education and studying best practices to support doctors in training and has been awarded several teaching awards. Blending her passion for both education and expertise in corneal surgery, Dr. Srikumaran has also studied barriers to adoption of advanced keratoplasty procedures in the US and abroad. Dr. Srikumaran is also an examiner and member of the cornea and cataract exam content development committees for the American Board of Ophthalmology and was selected to participate in their Visiting Scholar Program.
Centers and Institutes
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
Collaboration That Changes Lives: Antoinette’s Story, Johns Hopkins Medicine (Aug. 2021)
Celebrating Black History Month at Wilmer, Johns Hopkins Medicine (Feb. 2021)
Using real-world data to inform patient care, Johns Hopkins Medicine (Feb. 2021)
Identifying the value of physician assistants in ophthalmology, Ophthalmology Times (Sept. 2020)
Black patients at higher risk for graft failure after endothelial keratoplasty, Healio (Aug. 2020)
World’s Largest Specialty Clinical Data Registry Reveals Insights into Eye Disease Prevention and Treatment, Newswise (Nov. 2020)
5 Ways to Keep Your Eyes Healthy Every Day, Parade Magazine (Feb. 2019)
Research Interests
Corneal Transplants, Real World Data, Residency Education
Honors
- Resident Appreciation Award for Commitment to the Residency 2014 & 2020
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Secretariat Award, 1/1/23
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award, 1/1/22
- Scholarly Concentrations Excellence in Mentoring Award, 1/1/21
- Women in Ophthalmology Top Ten Posters Recognition, 1/1/20
- Top Doctors, Baltimore Magazine, 11/1/19
- Aliki Perroti Scholar, Wilmer Eye Institute, 1/1/09
- Mitchel Prize (2nd place) Resident Research Award, Wilmer Eye Institute, 1/1/09
- Greater Baltimore Medical Center Outstanding Resident Award, 1/1/09
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton
- 1106 Annapolis Road, Suite 290, Odenton, MD 21113
- phone: 410-874-1425
- fax: 410-874-1429
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-5080
- fax: 410-955-0468
Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency, Ophthalmology, 2009Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 2005Board Certifications
Ophthalmology
American Board of Ophthalmology, 2011Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
240 ratings, 87 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2025
Excellent provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2025
The best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
Very professional, explained future steps in my care, listened to my response
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
Very personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2025
The Dr was very knowledgeable and listened to me. She was easy to understand and communicated with me very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
This was my first visit with the provider. The Dr was highly recommended by my regular provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
All the information was explained and questions answered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
She commands confidence and care at the same time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2025
Thoughtful, courteous, thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Polite nice Dr. Easy to communication professional .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Provider was very thorough providing information and also made me feel very comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Is the first time is good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Knowledgeable, caring , thoughtful, insightful, very pleasant and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
Excellent care, professional demeanor, informative and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
The doctor gave us new Info that was crucial in our decision about proceeding with the eye operation. She was very concerned about my future mental health if the operation should occur because of my current mental condition after two serious falls.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
Dr. Srikumaran is very thorough. Excellent in every aspect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
I had great faith in drs knowledge of my problem and care I would receive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
My eye doctor is fantastic and has been of great health in determining my disease and the course it has run.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
She understood my fears. She was very concerned and caring information she gave me was very Informal and she understood what I would like done
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
She was excellent and communicated clearly with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
This was my first visit to Wilmer since Dr, [ ] left. I wanted to establish a connection with another corneal specialist. I found her to be very helpful and I am confident that she can meet my needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2024
Outstanding Doctor with excellent bed side manner!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2024
My provider was very caring and supportive. She is one of the best doctors ever. Please keep her for as long as she is available to treat patients. After my surgery, just three days, and I have no problems with my eye. She is AWESOME!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Good but runs late. But better on time than last appt. And I was a work in patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
She provides a friendly and professional atmosphere that puts me at ease about my treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
Always the best service,So happy to have the best doctors
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
Just consistently good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Great placr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2024
Very pleased with dr srikumaran
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2024
Excellent service. Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2024
Excellent cliniucian
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2024
She is excellent. Brilliant. Kind and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Excellence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Very impressed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
This was my first visit and I'm please that you were recommended to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
I read liked the Dr. She was exceptional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Outstanding and very professional and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2024
All were great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2024
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Srikumaran.Very kind and knowledgeable about my eye condition. Very thorough. I have great confidence in her as a doctor. So blessed that she is caring for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2024
Dr. Srikumaran is one the best doctors I've had. Kind, gentle,considerate. Takes time with me as a patient, detailed explanations and actually listens if you have a question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Dr. Srikumaran is a delight! Friedlyand warm without being condescending.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Excellent provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2024
Outstanding Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2024
Dr Srikumaran is an incredibly texcellent visit alented surgeon - thank you!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Provider explained her assessment, diagnosis and treatment plan. She was professional and answered my questions. So thankful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
Checked previous history; Listened well; Relayed information well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
Very professional and answered all my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
Highly professional and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
Knowledgeable, thorough, excellent communicator
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
Excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
She informed me about my treatment in an intelligent, caring and concise manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Really excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Diva was in a great mood this visit which helped me relax
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
I have been very happy with Dr. Srikumaran. She has been thorough in her examinations since my surgery. She is personable and easy to talk with. I understand she has received a well deserved promotion, and I am sorry that I won't be seeing her in the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Professional but friendly and interesting in my life situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Excellent provider with a scheduling assistant - Brittany Martin - who's the best and most proficient I've dealt with in any office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2024
Outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
She is awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Appropriate and clear explanation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
Very patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
Very courteous and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
I was told I would receive a report about my results right away I have not yet received a report
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2024
The Tech was extremely courteous, efficient And illustrated skill and expertise in utilizing eye examine equipment. She was reassuring and put me at ease as she administered tests without being condescending . I was concerned and anxious when I entered the office.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2024
This was my first visit to Srikumaran
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Assistant never really tried to engage or make contact. Impersonal
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
She is knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
The provider is the best optomalogist, very knowledgeable, caring and experienced. I'm thankful that she's my doctor because she definitely knows her job extremely well and I trust her with my eyes!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
Extremely kind, thoughtful. Very knowledgeable about my medical condition. Provided medical information that I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
Dr Srikumaran was very thorough as always in explaining, extremely professional and gentle with my daughter. She is a great listener and has attention to detail's. She is very caring, thoughtful and extremely consistent with her check up process. Best provider to work with! She is the only one who identified the problem for my daughter's eyes and under her care recovery has been great. Big relief as a parent and thanks to her for that!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Dr has a nice bed side manner and explained everythng in details.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
The provider was very reassuring about my upcoming surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Very professional and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Excellent communication skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2024
The Dr was very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
Superb
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
Very kn knowledgeable and competent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2024
I was referred to her by my longstanding ophthalmologist and eye surgeon for dmek
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2024
Verry good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
Dr. Divya S takes the time to fully explain and answer all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2024
Professional provider that explains my situation in a way I understand.