General Practitioners

• Arthritis
  Dry eye disease (DED), is a condition that affects millions of people. It is often a normal part of the aging process and becomes quite common as we get older. Other causes include exposure to environmental irritants; medications; injuries to the eye; and, certain health conditions, such as diabetes, thyroid deficiencies, autoimmune disorders (i.e., Sjogren’s Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus or HIV), Bell’s Palsy and Myasthenia Gravis.
• Cryotherapy
  Most retinal holes or tears can be treated with laser therapy or cryotherapy to prevent their progression to a full-scale detachment. If a retinal detachment occurs, your surgeon will recommend scleral buckling, pneumatic retinopexy or vitrectomy to treat the detachment.
• Emergency Care
  Dr Leff is Very professional, explains everything in much detail, communicates well with all of my concerns. Great experience with such delicate situation - while providing expedited importance services of urgent care to my family..

Ophthalmologists

• Glaucoma
  Glaucoma refers to a group of eye conditions in which the optic nerve that used to send visual information to the brain becomes damaged. Often, the fluid pressure inside the eyes slowly rises, which can lead to faster optic nerve damage and possible blindness. It is important to note that glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the United States.
• Ophthalmology
  Dr. Leff is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of vireo- retinal and macular diseases. He has been treating patients for 30 years and joined Woolfson Eye Institute in 2012. He practices in our Atlanta, Cumming, Lawrenceville, and College Park offices. He is on staff at Northside Hospital and St. Josephs. Dr. Leff graduated with honors from the University of Western Ontario. He completed his medical internship at McGill University in Montreal Quebec, and his ophthalmology residency at the University of British Columbia. He then went on to complete specialized training in the management of vitreo-retinal disorders during a two-year fellowship at the Baylor University School of Medicine, under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. Alice MacPherson.
• Macular Degeneration
  Steven Leff, MD, for the last 40 years, has served as a retinal specialist in metro Atlanta, providing advanced treatment options for patients with a variety of eye health problems, including retinal detachments and macular degeneration.
• Laser Eye Surgery
  Woolfson Eye Institute is pleased to offer you a number of options that make Woolfson LASIK (along with many other procedures) truly affordable.
• Cataracts
  Dr. Hays is a board-certified ophthalmologist currently practicing cataract, corneal transplant and refractive surgery at Woolfson Eye Institute. Dr. Hays has extensive experience in refractive and corneal surgery, performing over 12,000 refractive surgeries and 25,000 cataract surgeries during his industrious career.
• Cataract Surgery
  Benjamin Wilson, MD joined Woolfson Eye Institute in August, 2021, as a board certified referral ophthalmologist who will concentrate on cataract surgery, as well as other eye problems referred into the Asheville, North Carolina and the Johnson City, Tennessee offices.
• Eye Exam
  At Woolfson Eye Institute, your surgeon will perform a comprehensive eye exam which may include gonioscopy (using a special lens to see the outflow channels), checking the intraocular pressure (tonometry), a retinal exam, slit-lamp exam, pupillary reflex response, and checking your visual acuity and visual field measurements.

Internists

• Internal Medicine
  Dr. Cook is married to a fellow physician, Jennifer Cook, MD, who practices internal medicine in Cumming. The Cooks and their 2 young daughters live in Forsyth County. When not consumed with work or family, Trip is an avid tennis player, an aspiring guitarist, and a truly amateur golfer.

Psychiatrists

• Anxiety

Endocrinologist

• Diabetic Retinopathy
  Dr. Rabeea Janjua is a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the retina and vitreous, including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vascular diseases, and retinal tears in addition to all aspects of comprehensive eye care.

Plastic Surgeons

• Botox
  In addition to cosmetic procedures, Dr. Walrath manages tearing due to lacrimal drainage problems; eye socket trauma, tumors, and inflammation; eyelid malposition; and pediatric eyelid disorders.  Dr. Walrath treats a large population of clients and patients with regular Botox injections.  Many of these patients require careful treatment to selectively manage spasms around the eyelid and in the face and neck to improve quality of life.
• Eyelid Surgery
  The specialist in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid surgery at Woolfson Eye Institute. Dr. Walrath also practices in affiliate locations in Northeast Georgia and east of Atlanta. His full list of locations, as well as a great deal of information about the services he provides, can be found at his own professional website: josephwalrathmd.com.
• Plastic Surgery
  Dr. Walrath is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained oculoplastic surgeon.  Before joining Woolfson Eye Institute in 2012, Dr. Walrath was an assistant professor at Emory University and a staff surgeon at Paces Plastic Surgery.  He has been in private practice since 2011, focusing exclusively on disorders of the eyelids. He performs 800-900 major surgical procedures and thousands of minor procedures per year.
• Blepharoplasty
  Generally, I don’t write a review unless my experience is phenomenal. Well, I had just that experience with Dr. Walrath and his staff.I had always been unhappy with the dark circles and bags underneath my eyes. I had tried many over-the-counter remedies to no avail. Then I began looking online and found out that I might benefit from a lower blasphemy procedure. During my quest, I stumbled across a lower Blepharoplasty Youtube video from the Woolfson Eye Institute featuring Dr. Walrath on the overview of the procedure. I remember watching the video and saying, “wow this doctor knows his craft”. I thought that he must be in the New York or LA area. Whenever the video was over, I found out that he was in Atlanta. I quickly made an appointment.My initial visit with Dr. Walrath was mind blowing. I found him to be informative and detailed in his approach. He explained and procedure and showed me things around my eyelids that I had no knowledge of. I really felt comfortable in having him do the procedure without a second opinion. He did mention to me the ins and outs of other techniques that other doctors might use, but based on his professional expertise, he would perform x, y, and z on me.After my consultation, I decided to do the procedure. The staff walked me through the process and what to expect after the surgery.Fast forward four weeks. I am overjoyed with the results. I now have my confidence back. Thanks to Dr. Walrath for a job well done and executed. His attention to detail and top-notch professionalism is paramount. His staff was excellent.For anyone on the fence about the procedure with Dr. Walrath, let me put your mind at ease. You will be just like me, celebrating your new and improved look.Thanks again Dr. Walrath...
• Laser Resurfacing
  Dr. Walrath is known for treating complex patients, cosmetic or otherwise, with an individualized and thoughtful plan.  The bulk of his cosmetic patients desire upper and lower blepharoplasty, utilizing a range of techniques that is best described by his published videos.  He also treats patients with hyaluronic acid fillers, Botox, CO2 laser resurfacing, and direct brow lifting.  Due to his reputation for managing difficult cosmetic reconstructive problems, he cares for a population of multi-operated cosmetic patients from across the country and internationally.
• Cosmetic Surgery
  Dr. Walrath is an oculoplastic doctor in Atlanta specializing in oculoplastic cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. His cosmetic surgical procedures focus on upper and lower lid appearance and function, restoring a youthful refreshed appearance without compromising the natural position and closure of the eyes. He also restores function and appearance in patients who have had prior unsuccessful cosmetic surgery.

Dermatologists

• Acne Treatment
• Lesions
  These lesions can feel uncomfortable so many patients pursue using eye drops they can find at the drugstore. If the discomfort turns into pain, you may want to visit your doctor at Woolfson Eye Institute to see if you are in need of steroid eye drops.