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Dr. Ernest Kornmehl, MD

Dr. Ernest Kornmehl, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Ernest Kornmehl, MD is an ophthalmologist in Brookline, MA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Milford Regional Medical Center and Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 71 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (71 reviews)

Practice

44 Washington St Brookline, MA 02445
(617) 232-9600

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kornmehl specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kornmehl's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kornmehl

4.2
71 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
75%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
4%
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2 star
3%
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1 star
15%
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Excellent care
I have been a patient of Dr Kornmehl’s for a number of years. He provided vision correction surgery and continues to provide dry eye support. He and all of his staff are great to work with. I highly recommend
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 13, 2024
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The staff at the Wellesley office are all so nice! Dr Kornmehl performed lipiflow and LASIK on me. My eyes haven’t felt dry or scratchy... my eyes don’t even feel like I had surgery. Best thing I’ve ever done, and I’m so happy I went to Dr Kornmehl for this.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Eileen – Jan 28, 2020
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The staff at Dr. Kornmehl's office are world class. I found them to be incredibly kind and caring and empathetic to my situation. Dr. Kornmehl is a well-known surgeon with a great track record, the difference-maker in my experience was his staff. They're the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Tyler Sanchez in Cambridge, MA – Jun 05, 2019
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Dr. Kornmehl is the BEST of the best!! Not only is he clearly brilliant but he is equally just as kind, patient, understanding and accommodating...there are not enough superlatives in the dictionary to describe this amazing doctor and his phenomenal staff. It is always such an exceptionally pleasant experience when dealing with this office that I always look forward to my future visits with them.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Rachel Sanders in Waltham, MA – Jun 27, 2018
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His office staff is warm and friendly. They make you feel very comfortable and he is really wonderful! He is always immediately available if you have any eye health concerns. He is extremely knowledgeable and I totally trust his opinion. I highly recommend him and his staff. I am so happy my search for an eye doctor is behind me. Thank you Dr. Kornmehl!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Iryna in Natick, MA – Jun 23, 2018
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I had PRK surgery with Dr. Kornmehl about six weeks ago. I had been frustrated at the inability to continue to wear contacts. Dr. Kornmehl and all of his staff made this such an easy process. He treated my dry eyes before, during, and after surgery to make sure that they healed correctly. My surgery was very happily a success and I would do it again in a heartbeat. I would highly recommend Dr. Kornmehl to anyone considering surgery. Everyone in his office is so kind and caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Westbrook, ME – Dec 15, 2017
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Dr. Kornmehl was fantastic. His practice is well organized, informed and friendly. Was certain that I would not be able to have corrected eye surgery. This practice tested and retested my eyes and gave me realistic expectations. I originally was a little hesitant to do any kind of eye surgery with all the info available online. Everyone at this practice was very calming and friendly and made my decision for eye correction a happy choice. Dr Kornmehl gave me my vision back. I am elated.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Robert in Charlton, MA – Jul 17, 2017
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I am extremely happy with my results and pleased with my decision to have eye surgery with Dr. Kornmehl. He was professional, efficient and skilled. He operates a well oiled machine. His office staff were friendly and accommodating and helpful in addressing any of my needs. I would strongly recommend Dr. Kornmehl. I tell anyone who will listen, friends and family included, if they are considering lasik to set up a consultation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mar 21, 2017
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Unbelievably without any patient care. All about money!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Katherine Mitchell in Medford MA – Mar 12, 2017
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My experience with Dr. Kornmehl and his staff was wonderful. Dr. Kornmehl is known as one of the best by his own peers, and my results proved that out. I had terrible eye sight and underwent PRK. It's been a month and my vision is excellent. No complications at all. Also, interestingly, my night driving is better than it was before! Also, before I decided to get corrective eye surgery, super dry eyes had plagued me for years, and I suffered allergies with little bumps on my eye lids; I had gone
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Maureen Stanton in Boston, MA – Feb 22, 2017
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Dr. Kornmehl is one of the most ethical physicians I have met. He handled my situation, which I've been suffering with for years, in a few visits. He is quick, but if someone can fix my problem that quickly after seeing SO many other doctors, I don't mind. I will be recommending him to my family, friends and colleagues.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Erin in Newton, MA – Dec 08, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

To provide each patient with the highest level of individualized care in an atmosphere of mutual respect.

  • Ophthalmology

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

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  • Mass Ee Infirm/harvard

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Yale New Haven/med School

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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  • English

  • Hebrew

  • Yiddish

  • Best Doctors In America, 2000-2010

  • America's Top Doctors, 2005-2010

  • America's Top Doctors, 2005-Present

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology Honor Award, 2001

  • Boston Magazine Top Doctor, 2005-2010

  • Boston Magazine Top Doctor, 2005-Present

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology Senior Achievement Award, 2006

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Locations

Practice

Office44 Washington St Brookline, MA 02445
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Rebound Physical Therapy LLC54 Washington St Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
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Massachusetts General Hospital55 Fruit St Boston, MA 02114
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St
    Newton, MA 02462
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Milford Regional Medical Center

    14 Prospect St
    Milford, MA 01757
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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