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Mona Athea Kaleem

Mona Athea Kaleem, MD

Glaucoma

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4.7 of 5 stars427 ratings, 154 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • Arabic
  • French
  • Hindi
  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Mona Athea Kaleem

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Ophthalmology

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Mona Kaleem, M.D. is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute. She is a  fellowship trained glaucoma and cataract surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. She is broadly trained in the medical and surgical care of glaucoma. Her excellence in patient care, teaching, and research activities resulted in her selection to the American Glaucoma Society. She was also selected by her peers as a Baltimore Magazine “Top Doctor” in 2018, 2019 and 2021. In 2020, Dr. Kaleem was honored with the American Academy of Ophthalmology's Achievement Award.

Dr. Kaleem was born and raised in Maryland. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Economics with double minors in Biology and Chemistry at Smith College prior to entering the Howard University College of Medicine. There, she was a Trustee Scholar and awardee of the Malcolm X Scholarship due to her leadership in community service. She completed her medical training at Mercy Medical Center, Howard University Hospital, and the Cleveland Clinic.

She has a strong interest in volunteerism and has participated in medical missions globally and in underserved areas within the United States. Dr. Kaleem is also known for her involvement in grass roots legislative efforts that impact the way that ophthalmology care is delivered and received in the United States.

She is one of the hosts of the Diagnosis Glaucoma podcast and co-authored the book Glaucoma: What Every Patient Should Know with Dr. Harry Quigley.

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Research Interests

Education, Health Care Policy, Quality of Life Improvement for Those with Glaucoma

Research Summary

Dr. Kaleem has grant funding from the American Glaucoma Society and the Abell Foundation. Her research interests include improving quality of life for glaucoma patients, increasing eye care to underserved populations, and integrative medicine.

Selected Publications

  • Glaucoma: What Every Patient Should Know: A Guide from Dr. Harry Quigley and Dr. Mona Kaleem

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
    • 6430 Rockledge Drive, Building 6, Bethesda, MD 20817
    • Howard County Medical Pavilion
      • 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 310, Columbia, MD 21044

      Expertise

      Education

      Cleveland Clinic

      Fellowship, Glaucoma, 2014

      Howard University Hospital

      Residency, Ophthalmology, 2013

      Howard University College of Medicine

      Medical Education, MD, 2009

      Board Certifications

      Ophthalmology

      American Board of Ophthalmology, 2016

      Insurance

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      • 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

      4.7 out of 5

      427 ratings, 154 reviews

      The 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.

      Overall Rating by Patient
      Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
      Provider Listened Carefully
      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
      Provider Explained Things Clearly
      Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
      Provider Knew Medical History
      Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Showed Respect
      Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Spent Enough Time
      Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/2/2025

        Very nice and positive

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/2/2025

        The provider is very knowledgeable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/27/2025

        Dr. Kaleem is excellent and it is a pleasure to have her as part of the JH community.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/26/2025

        Dr. Kaleem is good. I just wish she would have told me that I needed to take out my contact lens a week before she measures my eye since I live so far away but that is okay. I have to go back.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/26/2025

        My doctor is excellent; however, I was unable to schedule my next appointment with her and had to settle for my next appointment with an unknown physician.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/24/2025

        Very nice and personable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/20/2025

        She was methodical, confident, professional & demonstrated mastery of the subject-glaucoma. Her professional leadership reflected the competency of her team members. I observed effective utilization of state-of-the-art high-tech tools for glaucoma investigation & eye care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/20/2025

        Easy going. Set me at ease. Very likable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/20/2025

        She is very calm and reassuring. Very caring and enjoys her work

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/19/2025

        Excellent, empathetic, listens well

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/19/2025

        Careful, respectful, authoratiive

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/19/2025

        This was my first appointment with this provider. Provider was well informed of my past eye medical history and was efficient. I just missed the warm interactions I had with my former ophthalmologist [staff].

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/19/2025

        Very courteous

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/19/2025

        Dr Mona Kaleem did a fantastic job on my left eye cataract surgery.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/13/2025

        Very pleasant, respectful and attentive.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/13/2025

        This visit was part of the glaucoma study and I have previously only had wonderful experiences with all of the providers associated with the study.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/10/2025

        She is always professional and gives me the pertinent information that I need

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/3/2025

        Awesome doctor very thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/24/2025

        Very comfortable talking to her about my concerns and corrective measres

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/24/2025

        Professional, good communication,

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/20/2025

        She was wonderful, thorough, and reassuring. Answered all my questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/19/2025

        Excellent Physician.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/19/2025

        She is excellent. I used to see [staff] and found him to be arrogant. Dr Kaleem is great.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/19/2025

        Kaleem is my best doctor, I have complete confidence in her.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/19/2025

        The provider is very knowledgeable and informative.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/13/2025

        I felt in good hands with Dr. Kaleem

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/12/2025

        Provider was good- clear communication and listened to my questions

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/10/2025

        This was my first visit with Dr. Kaleem. I was very impressed with both her medical and social skills.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/10/2025

        Very very knowledgeable and good bedside manner

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/6/2025

        Great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/6/2025

        Very polite

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/5/2025

        Very caring

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/5/2025

        Dr Kaleem always is very direct in a quiet, no-nonsense way. She answers my questions and makes suggestions to address problems that I have. She wastes no time with smalltalk but never leaves me feeling that she rushed through our appointment. I appreciate her competence, her caring, and her calm demeanor.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/3/2025

        Excellent surgeon, very professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/3/2025

        Very Good.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/30/2025

        Very personable

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/29/2025

        A good doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/29/2025

        I am very happy to be under Dr kaleem care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/27/2025

        She was great at providing the care I needed and advised on the follow up

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/27/2025

        Dr Kaleem is very good doctor, explains things well, very professional and pleasant

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/23/2025

        Able

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/22/2025

        Very good.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/22/2025

        An excellent professional physician. I rarely see a doctor like her.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/15/2025

        Dr Kaleem is always professional and caring. I feel confident in her expertise.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/15/2025

        Dr Kaleem was very professional and explained the details of my examination and further procedures that my be necessary very thoroughlu.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/15/2025

        Doctor was very knowledgeable and thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/15/2025

        Dr. Kaleem is very professional, yet calm, patient and reassuring which is very helpful to me since I have high anxiety (for which I am being treated).

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/13/2025

        Dr. Kaleem is a very thorough in her exams. She explained what test I was having in gave me the results in a timely manner. She is very kind and said to call her if I ever needed her.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/9/2025

        Dr Kaleem is most knowledgeable and professional!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/9/2025

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/8/2025

        My provider is patient explained well for to understand very nice

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/8/2025

        Very pleased

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/7/2025

        Dr. Mona Kaleem is a skillful and accomplished eye surgeon. I have faith in her competency as a physician.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/23/2024

        Very good and caring provider.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/23/2024

        Very knowledgeable about my condition.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/18/2024

        Very professional, knowledgeable. Provides all the information needed to make a good decision.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/16/2024

        Dr Kaleem is a caring doctor who listens and helps you understand the conditions that are occuring in my eyes

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/12/2024

        It is always a pleasure and pleasant experience during my appointments with Dr. Kaleem.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/11/2024

        Dr. Is very polite and personable.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/5/2024

        The provider was fine.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/4/2024

        Dr. Mona Kaleem is competent and also showed empathy which is very valuable to me.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/4/2024

        Great communication and understanding of explaining the situation of the condition

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/2/2024

        Excellent opthomologist

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/27/2024

        I sought out Dr. Kaleem for L/T management of my chronic condition. I'm grateful for her clinical expertise. I hope that she remains at JHM to support the unique needs of her glaucoma patients, esp me;-)

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/25/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is outstanding and provides excellent care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/21/2024

        Very professional and thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/20/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is an excellent physician. She explains things in an easy to understand manor. She is kind.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/20/2024

        Courteous and friendly

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/14/2024

        Good job

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/13/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is one of the best doctors I have ever met.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/13/2024

        She is courteous and easy to talk to.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/11/2024

        She took the time to educate me on my issue.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/11/2024

        Professional, experienced, gave good experienced advice

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/11/2024

        Fantastic explanation until the patient get satisfaction.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/11/2024

        Great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/6/2024

        Excellent Medical Service. Hopkins Doctors are real STARS.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/6/2024

        Very professional and great patient care

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/4/2024

        Very good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/30/2024

        Wonderful, caring, knowlegeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/28/2024

        Dr Kaleem arranged all necessary testing in advance so she could compare results to those from my previous provider.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/28/2024

        I was happy to be able to see Dr Kaleem. She was very informative about my eyes problem. She is a very caring Dr.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/24/2024

        My provider was good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/23/2024

        No comments good service

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/23/2024

        Kind, caring, knowledgeable, professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/23/2024

        Dr. Mona Kaleem is outstanding!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/23/2024

        Dr Kaleem is caring and knowledgeable. She takes time with her patients.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/23/2024

        Knowledgeable courteous and patient oriented

        3 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/17/2024

        Dr is very competent but spent a very short amount of time with me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/16/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/14/2024

        The only thing outside of an otherwise excellent visit in all ways, was that I didn't understand why the doctor said I was actually at a lower risk for glaucoma. It was probably my surprise that prevented this from sinking in.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/10/2024

        She was knowledgeable patient and attentive.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/10/2024

        Dr Kaleem is a excellent doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/9/2024

        Happy to learn she is still with Wilmer!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/3/2024

        Great, thanks

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/23/2024

        Very competent and caring

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/23/2024

        Provider is courteous and attentive

        3 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/23/2024

        Dr Kaleem is an obviously knowledgeable and competent provider.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/19/2024

        Dr Kaleem is excellent.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/18/2024

        This was the first time I met Dr. Kaleem. She was very pleasant and clearly knew my medical information.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/12/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/12/2024

        Dr Kaleem is a great doctor.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/11/2024

        I absolutely trust Dr. Kaleem's judgement and recommendations.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/11/2024

        I felt I was in a good hand and felt happy I choose your service!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/11/2024

        Excellent and you are lucky to have her

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/9/2024

        She was very friendly and kind. Listened to my questions and answered them , explaining well what the procedure would entail when necessary. Everything is good for now she is just going to keep checking on things.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/5/2024

        Dr Kaleem is very smart and I like going to her. We decided on a follow up procedure that I am comfortable having her perform.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/5/2024

        Dr Kaleem is cioncerned about my loss of sight and is trying to find mithods to restore some to me

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/5/2024

        She is a calm, very knowledgeable doctor, who I think is first rate.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/4/2024

        Best doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/29/2024

        She was new for me. She was very nice.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/29/2024

        Recommended by my JH retinal specialist Dr. [ ] . A great choice!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/29/2024

        Excellent job and good medical knowledge. Thanks

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/28/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is very attentive and knowledgeable. I trust her judgement and rely on her medical attentiveness.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/26/2024

        Attentive,empathetic and very professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/26/2024

        Dr. Kaleem was very thorough and professional in doing a good job.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/22/2024

        The provider was very professional and informative.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/21/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is an outstanding person and an even better doctor!!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/21/2024

        Professional, personable, patient.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/8/2024

        Very good Physician.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/8/2024

        Excellent caring and knowledgeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/7/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is an outstanding doctor and overall outstanding person!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/7/2024

        Professional and efficient.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/6/2024

        Excellent doctor. Explained different options had verbal and written information and instructions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/5/2024

        Concern for your health and how you are doing.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/5/2024

        Excellent glaucoma surgeon

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/1/2024

        Excellent MD

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/1/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is very good and helpful

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/1/2024

        Excillent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/1/2024

        Dr Kaleem is wonderful

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/24/2024

        Wonderful!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/24/2024

        Dr. Kaleem Is knowledgeable, compassionate and efficient. I always feel reassured after seeing her.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/18/2024

        I recommend Dr Kaleem every chance I get because she is excellent.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/18/2024

        Professional, corteus, responsive to questions. All in all I value this doctor for follow-ups.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/17/2024

        Dr Kaleem saved my eyesight

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/3/2024

        Dr Kaleem is very professional and caring. She explained things to easily understand.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/27/2024

        Dr Kaleem was apologetic for the delay. She was very focused and conducted the eye exam promptly, explaining her review in an understandable way. She also was very open to questions and concerns providing suggestions to allay occasional eye discomfort.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/27/2024

        Very aware of my eye pressures/status when discussing future visits.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/27/2024

        Good

        3 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/27/2024

        She seemed very competent in her care. The visit was quick

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/24/2024

        Provider was very knowledgeable and concerned about my eye health. Informed me that my eye health had changed for the worse and requested I return to clinic for follow up in three months.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/20/2024

        Thank you!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/19/2024

        Had a good discussion about my condition

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/10/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is quick but thorough, and very kind and helpful.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/10/2024

        Very professional, courteous and precise.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/5/2024

        Very patient oriented, although her in person visit was too short

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/3/2024

        Dr. Kaleem is outstanding.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/3/2024

        Very capable and knowledgeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/30/2024

        Ok

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/30/2024

        She is a knowledgable, and compassionate health care professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/30/2024

        I'm very pleased with my provider. She is very knowledgeable and great attention to her patients concerns.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/23/2024

        Excellent Service from start to finish.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/23/2024

        Dr Kaleem had a wonderful manner that put me at ease compared to 4 other eye doctors I have see she had a plan and made time to educate me about my options

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/22/2024

        The provider is a great doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/22/2024

        Dr Kaleem was excellent during preliminary visit and helped set up post/ procedure visit