Dr. Emily Eton
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Emily Eton is a board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon who cares for the full spectrum of medical and surgical retina conditions in both adults and children. She specializes in complex retinal detachment repair, macular surgery, scleral-fixated intraocular lenses, and advanced treatments for diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and retinal vascular disease.
She has particular expertise in pediatric retina, including retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), familial exudative vitreoretinopathy (FEVR), Coats’ disease, persistent fetal vasculature (PFV), and pediatric ocular trauma. Her research focuses on improving outcomes in pediatric retinal disease and strengthening ROP care delivery through standardized best practices and thoughtful training.
Patients describe Dr. Eton as thorough, compassionate, and exceptionally clear in her explanations. She’s committed to individualized, evidence-based guidance so each patient and family understands their diagnosis and options—and can move forward with confidence.
Training

Retina/Vitreous Surgery Fellowship
2023University of Michigan
Fellowship
Ophthalmology Residency
2021University of Michigan
Residency
Medical Doctor (MD)
2017Harvard Medical School
Medical School
BS, Integrative Physiology
2013University of Iowa
Undergraduate
Publications & Press
Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes in Unilateral Coats Disease: A Global Collaborative Study
Ophthalmology Retina•2025Comparative Cost Analysis of Secondary Intraocular Lens Surgeries Using Time-Driven Activity-Based Costing
American Journal of Ophthalmology•2025Incidence and Impact of Outer Retinal Folds After Pars Plana Vitrectomy for Primary Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment Repair
Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases•2025
Certifications & Licensure
- Board Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
- Licensed In
- MI
- License Numbers
- 4301503886


