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Alex Mammen

Alex Mammen, MD

Cataract and Refractive Disease

Cornea and External Diseases

Accepting New Patients
Video Visit
4.5 of 5 stars240 ratings, 66 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Alex Mammen

Alex Mammen, MD, specializes in cornea and external diseases, cataract and refractive disease, and comprehensive ophthalmology. He is certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Ophthalmology and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Horizon, UPMC East, and UPMC St. Margaret. He completed his fellowship at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, residency at Medical College of Georgia, and medical degree at Medical College of Georgia.

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Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. UPMC Eye Center - Oakland
    • 203 Lothrop Street, Floor 6, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
    • UPMC Vision Institute
      • 1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
      • UPMC Vision Institute
        • 1622 Locust Street, Floor 3, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
        • UPMC Vision Institute
          • 125 Daugherty Drive, Suite 320, Monroeville, PA 15146

          Expertise

          Education

          University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

          Fellowship

          Medical College of Georgia

          Residency

          Medical College of Georgia

          Medical Education

          Board Certifications

          Ophthalmology

          American Board of Ophthalmology

          Insurance

          Please call the physician's office to verify insurance coverage.
          Search plans
          • UPMC for Life
          • UPMC for You
          • UPMC Health Plan
          • Aetna
          • Amerihealth Caritas
          • Caresource
          • Cigna
          • Davis Vision
          • Gateway
          • Health America
          • Health America / Advantra
          • Highmark
          • Humana
          • Independent Health
          • Medical Mutual of OH
          • Medicare
          • Non-PA Medical Assistance
          • PA Health And Wellness
          • PA Medical Assitance
          • Palmetto
          • The Health Plan
          • Tricare
          • Unison
          • United Healthcare
          • VBA (Dental / Vision)
          • Veterans Choice

          Ratings & Reviews

          4.5 out of 5

          240 ratings, 66 reviews

          The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

          Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
          Average provider Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
          Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
          Average provider Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
          Care provider's efforts to include you in the decisions about your care
          Average provider Care provider's efforts to include you in the decisions about your care rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
          Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment
          Average provider Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
          Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
          Average provider Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
          Search reviews
            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/7/2025

            Dr. Mammen is great

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/27/2025

            Dr. Mammen is an Excellent Doctor.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/26/2025

            I would give Dr. Mammen a billion stars!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/19/2025

            Dr. Mammen is just the best.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/10/2025

            Both Dr. Mammen and Dr. Tiu were excellent. Made sure I understood what was happening at every step and engaged in general conversation during the procedure to ease the nerves. I had no doubt I was in very capable hands

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

            Dr. Mammen was very thorough.Took his time snd explained my situation.Would definitely recommend him.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/14/2025

            Dr. Mammen is fabulous!

            3 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/10/2025

            Some questions were brushed aside by the doctor, and I didn't understand why he ruled out one option.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/7/2025

            Dr Mammen is outstanding. Treatment remediated my eye issue significantly.

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

            Already have recommended

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

            Optometrist told me he had read the information on me on the evening before my appointment.

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

            It's easy to be loyal to Dr. Mammen because he is so tuned in to my concerns.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/11/2025

            Went great

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

            I've alredy referred a friend

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

            I had an appointment @ 9:45 did not get waited on until 11:00

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/24/2025

            Excellent

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

            Dr. Mammon has been exceptionally responsive to my problems. He, alone, has provided effective interventions for a chronic dry eye condition that I've been dealing with for two years. In three visits, my worst affected eye is greatly improved. I'm off prescriptive eye drops and now use only over the counter

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

            I have been a patient of Dr Mammen for 2 years...he has always gone above and beyond for me

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

            The fellow was great! So was the assistant.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/7/2024

            Outstanding.

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

            I truly respect dr.

            3 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/27/2024

            Inexcusable lateness of Dr getting to see me. I was left alone in the exam room for an hour and a half. No one came to see me.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/16/2024

            I trust Dr. Mammen for my eyecare

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

            Dr. Mammen explained things to me in a way that I could understand. He listened to me and answered my questions.

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

            Excellent service

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/15/2024

            I would highly recommend the Eye Institute to anyone needing vision care.

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

            I have absolutley no complaints. I thought the Dr was very thorough

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

            Dr Mammen has always been caring and concerned,and spends the necessary time with us

            4 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/30/2024

            Dr is great.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/29/2024

            Definitely will and have already told friends

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/25/2024

            I Especially liked this, Physician, Dr. Mammen. He was very thorough and took a lot of time to explain everything

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/22/2024

            Good!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/15/2024

            Dr Mammen is a wonderful doctor, he takes time to answer any questions you have and if there are different options for your care he discusses them with you.

          • No RatingReviewed on 7/15/2024

            Absolutely no information given at all, no explanation of what was going on and no plan of action. I was told he would look at the test results and contact me with information. Still no call 8 days after appointment

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/11/2024

            Dr. Mammen and his care team are amazing. I can't say enough about the quality of care I received and their professionalism. I would recommend his practice to any one.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/17/2024

            Dr. Mammen is excellent and I would highly recommend him.

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

            Excellent care

          • No RatingReviewed on 5/23/2024

            Do not plan on coming back to see this doctor.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/25/2024

            Dr mammon is so good

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/1/2024

            I have great confidence in the treatment I receive from Dr Mammen and the excellent staff at UPMC

            2 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/28/2024

            I felt as if my existing conditions were simply checked, with no real concern for the active symptoms/problems I am having.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/25/2024

            The Dt.s were all very nice and informative, but waiting was alot!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/14/2024

            Dr. Was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

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

            Dr. Memmen is a very good communicator and listener

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/4/2024

            The physician was very thorough in explaining the treatment options and was very insightful on treatment plans

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/22/2024

            The doctor was excellent.

            2 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/1/2024

            Doctor never introduced himself, did not ask me any questions about my child, never told me anything about his condition or what our next steps should be. I understand that my son is hard to test, but there were no explanations given or any attempt to establish rapport with.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/1/2024

            Dr. Mammen is amazing! His staff are also helpful and very professional

            3 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/29/2024

            Overall I'm very pleased with the quality of care I get there

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/18/2024

            Excellent care and knowledge

            4 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/4/2024

            Not very communicative unless explaining procedure

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/14/2023

            Dr. Was excellent. My mom is a 95 year old that is not an easygoing person. He is so very good with her. I can't be more pleased with him and his care for her.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/11/2023

            Dr.Mammem is excellent!He saved my vision!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/4/2023

            Dr. Memmen was very patient with me and answered all my questions.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/4/2023

            Dr. Mammen is very honest and direct in informing patients of facts. This has really helped me understand my diagnosis and how I can best manage it. He has given great advice and shows medical imaging to support the diagnosis

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/30/2023

            I would recommend this team very highly.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/2/2023

            Dr Mammen is so skilled, attentive and kind.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/23/2023

            Always questions and concerns were answered and explained!!!

            4 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/19/2023

            Dr. Mammen was very kind but not very talkative. Some things I learned only by reading his office note after the visit. It's ok, I'm more interested in him being knowledgable and skilled than talkative.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/16/2023

            I felt as if I was in very good hands, was treated with respect, and given all the information that I came to get.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/5/2023

            Could have more interpersonal connection

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/28/2023

            The doctor was very good, but constantly distracted by his cell phone

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/25/2023

            I always leave Dr.Mammen's office with a feeling of confidence and reassurance that I have received the best treatment for my eyes. Thank you.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/21/2023

            Dr. Seemed to be rushed

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/19/2023

            Dr. Mammen was awesome. He was an Incredible surgeon and care provider. Dr. Mammen answered all of my questions fully, listened to my concerns thoughtfully, and talked me through my procedure and follow up concerns. He also has a great personality.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/31/2023

            His staff always so attentive to your needs and Dr Alex is such amazing man

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/28/2023

            Dr. Mammen is the best. He is caring, compassionate and knowledgable.

            1 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/7/2023

            Once again, lack of communication

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/31/2023

            Great staff!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/31/2023

            Dr. Mammen is an Excellent physician. Recommend him highly.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/27/2023

            Very good