
Drew Carey, MD
Retina and Vitreous Diseases
Neuro-Ophthalmology
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Drew Carey
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Andrew R. Carey, MD is a the Neil R. Miller Rising Professor of Ophthalmology in the division of Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute. He specializes in neuro-ophthalmic disorders such as optic neuritis, uveitis related papillitis, ischemic & hereditary optic neuropathies as well as diseases of the retina, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, toxic retinopathies and inherited disorders of the retina such as retinitis pigmentosa.
Dr. Carey’s clinical and research interests include comparative effectiveness and cost-benefit of intravitreal medications, long-term outcome of treatments for choroidal neovascularization, novel treatments for papillitis, and the use of novel imaging modalities to better diagnose and understand optic nerve and retinal diseases.
Dr. Carey received his bachelor's from Davidson College in mathematics in 2006. In 2010, he received his medical degree from the University of South Florida. He completed his ophthalmology residency as Chief Resident in 2014 at the University of South Florida. He then went on to complete his fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in 2015 and his fellowship in medical retina at the University of Iowa in 2016.
Additional Academic Titles
Assistant Professor of Neurology
Research Interests
Comparative effectiveness and cost-benefit of intravitreal medications, Long term visual outcomes of choroidal neovascularization, Medical student and resident education, Novel retinal and optic nerve imaging modalities, Novel treatments for optic neuropathies
Selected Publications
"TB or Not TB?" That is the Question. Carey AR, Bermudez-Magner JA, Dubovy SR, Schatz NJ, Sternau LL, Sklar EM, Lam BL; J Neuroophthalmol. 2016 Jun
Carey AR, Espana E, Margo C. Conjunctival Metastasis from a Regional Cutaneous Melanoma. Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. Volume 49, Issue 4, Pages e97–e99, August 2014. doi: 10.1016/j.jcjo.2014.04.014
Carey AR, Snyder C, Slonim C. Surgeons explain how to perform canaliculo-canalicular intubation - A surgical technique for intubating an avulsed proximal canalicular defect at the level of common canaliculus is discussed. Ocular Surgery News. October 25, 2013
Karli S, Liao S, Carey AR, Lam B, Wester S. Optic Neuropathy Associated with the Use of Over-the- Counter Sexual Enhancement Supplements. Clinical Ophthalmology. October 2014 Volume 2014:8 Pages 2171—2175. DOI: 10.2147/OPTH.S73059
Paracentral Acute Middle Maculopathy In Birdshot Chorioretinopathy: A Novel Association. Carey, A.,Cohen, S.,Carey, A.,Cohen, S.; Retin Cases Brief Rep. 2015 Oct 01.
Honors
- PJ Leinfelder Award for Fellow Research, University of Iowa
- Medical Student Teaching Award for Fellows, University of Iowa
- Academic Excellence Award, Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida
- Luther McEachern Memorial Award for Scholarship, Leadership, & Service, Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida
- Alpha Omega Alpha, Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida
Lectures & Presentations
- Cost benefit comparison of intravitreal anti-VEGF medications for neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration in a treat-and-extend regimen., Poster, Association for Research in Vision & Ophthalmology, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Seattle, Washington, 5/4/16
- Natural History of Presumed Ocular Histoplasmosis in the anti-VEGF era., Poster Session, Association for Research in Vision & Ophthalmology, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Seattle, Washington, 5/4/16
- Some Like It Hot, Podium Presentation, Walsh Session, North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, San Diego, CA, 2/22/15
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
- 6430 Rockledge Drive, Building 6, Bethesda, MD 20817
- phone: 240-482-1100
- fax: 240-482-1105
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-5080
- fax: 410-955-0468
- Wilmer Eye Institute - Frederick
- 161 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite 275, Frederick, MD 21702
- phone: 301-620-9268
- fax: 410-367-3259
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 3, Baltimore, MD 21224
- phone: 410-955-5080
- fax: 410-550-2231
Expertise
Education
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Fellowship, Ophthalmology, 2016Jackson Health University of Miami
Fellowship, Neuro-Ophthalmology, 2015University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
Residency, Ophthalmology, 2014University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 2010Board Certifications
Ophthalmology
American Board of Ophthalmology, 2015Insurance
- 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
321 ratings, 120 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 4/18/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2025
I have the utmost faith in Dr. Carey. He's an excellent clinician and a kind human being. I know he's giving me the best of care.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2025
My wife and I always feel that JH provides outstanding medical care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2025
Extremely confident. Explained everything clearly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2025
Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2025
Dr. Carey provides clear assessment of my condition - progression of any undesirable symptoms, how he is addressing them, etc. His team consistently evaluates my progress and reviews medications toward the goal of (hopefully) stabilizing/ preserving my vision. Forever grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2025
I was satisfied with my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2025
Very knowledgeable about my condition and concerns. He is a teacher. He explained what he was doing and the reason. He used various instruments and tools to assess my condition and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2025
He had a good attitude
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2025
Very professional, very understanding and has enabled me to continue on with my life in a most agreeable manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
He is a kind and able provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2025
Excellent. Identified problem and restored my vision
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
Extremely thorough, checked all possible issues with my eyes and ordered an mri and blood work to help him determine any issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
Thorough, informative and listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2025
Explained things that were easy to understand.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
Personable, knowledgeable, and professional but also matter of fact.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
Patience and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
Very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2025
I have confidence in his experience and knowledge
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2025
Dr Carey is a phenomenal provider. He first diagnosed my neurological problem. Which was a difficult task.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2025
At 69 years old and this rare condition I was thoroughly impressed and happy with bedside manner, his knowledge of my condition, and especially the time he spent with me. Not to mention the notes he wrote on my visit summary, referrals, and follow-up notes. Dr. Carey himself called and communicated the results of my lab work. My daughter and sister were listening in on my visit and they both agreed we may have found the right physician for specific needs. By the way, my daughter is the Vice President of IU Health in Indiana.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2025
Excellent provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2025
Very thorough Showed concern for my problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2025
Doctor Carey, is professional courteous and knowledgeable. What I like the most is that he is honest and up front. He answers all your questions so that you understand.no bad experiences ever, he's the best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2025
Outstanding, expert care as always.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2025
Dr. Carey is wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2025
Great physician
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Impressed with Andrew Rising Carey ~ seems knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Dr Carey kind, compassionate, through and brilliant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Dr. Carey was on time, informative and attentive to my concerns. His manner was pleasant and professional at all times.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
He's great. Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
Dr Carey is the best. He's a little overworked, but I'll wait to see him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
Able to diagnose what no one else could and fully cognizant of potential treatments. Treated respectfully.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
Dr. Carey is incredibly efficient and capable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Dr. Carey, is very thorough in explaining my situation? Along with treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
While the focus of the visit was eye care, Dr Carey showed a very holistic approach to my general health as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2025
My provider is excellent and very caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
Dr. Carey is always very thorough. Takes his time. Explains everything and answers questions if I have them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2024
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
Dr. Carey is very highly intelligent and a very caring physician. I am very fortunate and happy to be his patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
Dr. Carey is excellent. I needed an unexpected procedure and it was done right away. Thanks so much!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
I am happy with care from Dr Carey!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
I think Dr. Carey was very skilled, thoughtful, and caring. He has an excellent patient manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
Dr. Carey is thorough, patient and kind. I trust him and feel well cared for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
Very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2024
Dr is kind and explains in good detail the health situations of the macula en both eyes
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
The Doctor was excellent, listened well, questioned properly, and provided me what I needed to know or learn.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
Obviously superior intelligence, knowledge and capability
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
Dr. Carey is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
Excellent provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
He wss very thorough with the.exam..he explained the issues that I have and arranged for follow-up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
Outstanding interaction with Dr Carey. He listens and cares.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
I like Dr. Carey a lot, and trust his judgement. He seemed more rushed/less easy to communicate with than the last time I saw him, perhaps because it was the end of a very long day, but still somewaht frustrating.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2024
Easy to talk with; explained current research.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
My doctor was very knowledgeable to identify my double vision problem due to an head injury and recommended me for a surgery to rectify my double vision problem with the pediatric eye surgeon who specializes In fixing the problem. I had seen other doctors who could not Identify or diagnose my problem. Hence I am optimistic to have a normal life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
Dr. Carey is professional, caring and a good communicator
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Dr. Carey is extremely knowledgeable in his field, neuro-opthalmology. He has the highest degree of training and experience. He is also very personable and easy to talk with about my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
He accomplished what no on else had been able to do
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
Extremely satisfied with Dr Carey & his ability to diagnose my eye problem when no other specialist could.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
Dr Carey gave me hope that I don't have what a previous provider accessed me with, which is not curable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
Very professional, gave explanations when I asked a question about my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Courteous, personable, and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2024
It was a purposeful tag team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2024
Dr. Carey is excellent caring physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2024
Excellent provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2024
Dr is always careful and explains what he is doing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
No issues with the provider. Dr. CAREY is awesome.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Dr. Carey was efficient and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
An excellent first appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
Dr. Carey was the perfect physician and gentleman, caring, considerate, efficient. We love him!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2024
Very knowledgeable and helpful person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2024
Dr Carey and team always provide consistent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
Quick, provided preventative care and offered to provide letter for continued care for when I move out of state.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2024
Ok
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Him and his team were great and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
I have been seeing Dr Carey for quite sometime and I am extremely pleased with the care he has given me. In 2021 I learned that there a benign tumor on my optic nerve. Dr. Carey is very thorough and takes time examining my vision/eyes. He is very eager to answer any questions that I may have. He's a wonderful doctor and I feel truly fortunate and blessed to have him for my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
Dr. Carey is a very good doctor. He listens and ask questions. He presents the information very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2024
Dr. Andrew Carey is wonderful. He answers all your questions. I like the location of Wilmer in Bethesda.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Dr Carey is a great provider. He explained everything to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
I like him.He treats me right
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Very good and explained everything in detail to understand it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Dr. Carey's exam was thorough and efficient. He provided good explanation of the relevant issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
Dr. Carey is the best in his profession.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
Dr Carey is an excellent physician. He takes ample amount of time to address my concerns and questions related to my serious chronic condition. I trust him completely with my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
I saw Dr Carey 3 years ago for tests. He did not find the reason for the vision problems I am experiencing. My visit with him on [ ]/2024, he saw reasons for the problem. He was kind, competent, and caring; all traits I need and want in my doctor's. He has referred me to the Baltimore eye clinic for 3 tests which are already scheduled in July.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Very knowledgeable, explain things in details and listen to me
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
Dr. Carey is very good and very caring. But his technician Ms. Ujalla Khatri was very rude.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
Dr. Carey is excellent. I know that I'm in good hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
The providers were knowledgeable , efficient, and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Dr. Carey is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2024
The Doctor was kind and attentive and helpful. He listened to my concerns and explained things in plain terms that I could understand easily
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2024
Dr. Carey views his patients, or least me, as a whole person, not just eyeballs to be treated. More doctors should be like Dr. Carey; alas most are not and, thus, we have a health care system that leaves many intelligent people disenfranchised with the current system and stressed due to poor health care, being rushed and doctors who don't really listen and with bad attitudes--superiority issues and lack of patience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2024
Excellent and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Dr. Carey is a very professional and caring doctor. He always responds to all our concerns and questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
My provider is diligent. But afternoon appointments end up being "backed up
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
Excellent doctor; poor setup for testing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2024
Excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
I see both Dr. [ ] and Dr. Carey. They are the best doctors a patient can have: knowledgeable and provide the best care possible. Johns Hopkins definitely has the best doctors.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2024
I liked the doc. Good information professionally given
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Very good eye doctor, he gave me a thorough examination and was able to diagnose my eye inflammation/ infection.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
Dr Carey is wonderful. He is a consummate professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Dr Carey is courteous. And professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Very kind and explained things thougfhrly. Answered all my questions with patience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
Dr. Carey is a brilliant specialist who I feel I can trust to know how to help preserve my eyesight.He is too busy, but that is not bad.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Provider is very knowledgeable and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
He is an excellent Doctor and provides good care for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
Dr. Carey is a great Dr I like him very much
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Professional kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Very good the nurse that was with me kind , friendly pleasant n sweet
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Dr. Carey has always been very thorough and has explained things to me about my test results, overall health issues, and even important pieces about my genetic predisposition to autoimmune diseases that other doctors, even my neurologists, have not explained. The only issue I have with his office is that we have waited a very long time for him to come in after I did all the eye testing with his assistants.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Dr Carey is a caring and excellent doctor.