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Amy Cherof, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
Dr. Cherof's Specialties
About Dr. Cherof
Dr. Amy Cherof grew up in East Cobb, so joining the Marietta Eye Clinic in 2016 was a long-awaited homecoming. Dr. Cherof is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon who offers traditional and laser-assisted cataract surgery. She provides routine eye care as well as medical treatment for a variety of ocular conditions such as glaucoma, dry eye, pterygium, ocular allergies, chalazion, and diabetes. “My favorite part about being an ophthalmologist is seeing my patients’ excitement about their wonderful vision after cataract surgery,” she says. She first considered becoming a doctor while taking a high school anatomy class. She decided on her career path while on a medical mission trip during her time at the University of Georgia. She earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, where she found her calling in ophthalmology while performing glaucoma screenings in the community. When she’s not working, Dr. Cherof enjoys spending time with her two young children, husband, and dog. She loves getting outdoors, cooking, and exercising.
Education & Training
Ophthalmology Residency
University of Colorado School of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology
Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Institute
Aurora, CO (July 2013 – July 2016)
Internal Medicine Internship
Augusta University (AU) Department of Internal Medicine
Augusta, GA (July 2012 – June 2013)
Doctor of Medicine
Augusta University, Medical College of Georgia
Augusta, GA (August 2008 – May 2012)
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Summa Cum Laude with Highest Honors
Spanish Minor
University of Georgia, Athens, GA (August 2004 – May 2008)
Organizations
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (2013 – current)
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (2015 – current)
- Georgia Society of Ophthalmology (2016 – current)
- The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (2015 – 2017)
- Colorado Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons (2014 – 2016)
- International Ocular Surface Society (2015 – 2017)
Specialties
- Cataract Surgery
- Comprehensive Ophthalmology
- Cosmetic Treatments
- Dry Eye
Qualifications
- Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
- Medical License, State of Georgia, 2016
Honors & Awards
- Best Paper, American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting, Cornea Session (2015)
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society (2011 – current)
- Honorary Marshal, AU School of Medicine Class of 2009 Hooding Ceremony (2009)
- University of Georgia Honors Program, Highest Honors (2004 – 2008)
- University of Georgia Presidential Scholar and Dean’s list (2004 – 2008)
- Phi Beta Kappa Society, University of Georgia Chapter (2008 – current)
- Alpha Epsilon Delta Premedical Honor Society (2006 – 2008)
- Georgia’s Hope Scholarship Program Recipient (2004 – 2008)
More About Amy Cherof, M.D.
Publications
Manoharan N, Pecen N, Cherof A, Oliver S, Palestine A. Comparison of Oral versus Intravenous Fluorescein Widefield Angiography in Ambulatory Pediatric Patients. Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases. 2017 April 20.
Cherof A, SooHoo J, Kahook M, Seibold L. Endophthalmitis with corneal infiltrate after EX-PRESS glaucoma drainage device implantation. Journal of Glaucoma. 2015 June 16.
Cherof A, Liao S. Case of a newborn with kaposiform hemangioendothelioma causing severe aesthetic and functional deficits treated with sirolimus and vincristine. SKINmed Journal: Dermatology for the Clinician. July/Aug 2016: Vol 14, Issue 4.
Abstracts and Poster Presentations
Wildes M, Cherof A, Cerda A et al. Outcomes of amniotic membrane transplantation for treatment of Stevens-Johnson syndrome in the pediatric population: A retrospective review. American Academy of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Annual Meeting. Vancouver, BC. April 2016.
Cherof A, Liao S. Case of a newborn with kaposiform hemangioendothelioma causing severe aesthetic and functional deficits treated with sirolimus and vincristine. 2015 Cosmetic Surgery Forum. Las Vegas, NV; December 3, 2015.
Cherof A, Kennedy J and Wise R. Outcomes and prognostic factors for patients with corneal foreign bodies: a review of 387 cases. Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology Annual Meeting. Denver, CO; May 7, 2015.
McGoff A, McCollum G, Yanni S, Assadian M, Yang R, and Penn J. Vanderbilt Eye Institute. The Role of PPAR β in Retinal Angiogenesis. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) Medical Student Research Symposium. Nashville, TN 2009.
McGoff A and Jackson H, Hargrove J, and Hartle D. University of Georgia. Polyphenolic Antioxidants in Unprocessed Traditional Diets: Wild-Crafted Acorn Flour as a Dietary Sample. University of Georgia Center for Undergraduate Research Symposium (CURO). Athens, GA 2008.
Oral Presentations
Cherof A, Cerda A, Lynch A, Wagner B, and Gregory D. Acute Stevens-Johnson syndrome: Timing of amniotic membrane and occurrence of significant ocular sequelae. American Academy of Ophthalmology 2015 Annual Meeting. Las Vegas, NV; November 16, 2015. Awarded Best Paper.
Cherof A, Cerda A, Lynch A, Wagner B, and Gregory D. Acute Stevens-Johnson syndrome: Timing of amniotic membrane and occurrence of significant ocular sequelae. University of Colorado Department of Ophthalmology 19th Annual Research Day. Denver, CO; June 20, 2015.
Cherof A, Cerda A, Lynch A, Wagner B, and Gregory D. Acute Stevens-Johnson syndrome: Timing of amniotic membrane and occurrence of significant ocular sequelae. International Ocular Surface Society Annual Meeting. Denver, CO; May 2, 2015.
Cherof A, Oliver S. Oral Fluorescein Angiography: Establishing a Protocol for The Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Institute. University of Colorado Department of Ophthalmology 18th Annual Research Day. Denver, CO; June 2014.
Additional Scholarly Activity
Cherof A and Jennings E, Gupta P. “Ophthalmology Pro-Consult,” Surgical Reference iPhone Application. Co-Author and editor. Georgia Reagents University, 2011 – 2012.
- Advocacy Ambassador, American Academy of Ophthalmology Mid-Year Forum (April 2015)
- Secretary/Treasurer, Class of 2012 School of Medicine (2008 – 2012)
- Vice President, Ophthalmology Interest Group (2009 – 2012)
- Committee Member, Class of 2012 Graduation Planning Committee (2011 – 2012)
- Program Director, Cadaver Memorial Service (2009)
Locations
East Cobb
About East Cobb
Complete Eye Care Services In East Cobb
Our team of eye doctors at our East Cobb eye clinic consists of ophthalmologists and optometrists. Our ophthalmologists provide comprehensive eye examinations, diagnose eye diseases, and provide cutting-edge treatment options including eye surgery (cataract surgery, for example). Our optometrists in East Cobb also offer comprehensive eye examinations, eye disease diagnosis, and prescriptions for contacts and glasses.
For over 50 years, we have provided a multi-specialty practice with a wide selection of eye specialists and ophthalmologists in Cobb County.
Our East Cobb eye doctors are specialists in the following areas:
- Retina
- Cornea
- Cataracts
- Pediatrics
- Glaucoma
- Refractive
- Vision correction surgery (including Lasik and PRK)
- Dry eye syndrome
- Cosmetic treatments
- Oculoplastic surgery
- Adult and pediatric strabismus (eye misalignment)
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Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Extended hours may be available.