Albert T. Vitale,
MD
Languages Spoken: English
Albert T. Vitale, MD, specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of patients with diseases of the retina and vitreous. He also heads Moran's Uveitis Division—and is one of the only ophthalmologists in the Mountain West specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of uveitis and other infections and inflammatory diseases of the eye.
His research interests include ocular manifestations of systemic diseases, novel therapeutic agents, and new drug delivery systems in the treatment of ocular inflammatory disease, retinal vascular disease, and the pharmacotherapy of age-related macular degeneration.
He is also one of about a handful of people in the country with dual training in ocular immunology and inflammatory disease as well as vitreoretinal surgery, and the only provider of such expertise in the Mountain West. He is co-author of the definitive text on the subject, with Dr. Steven Foster, titled, Diagnosis and Treatment of Uveitis.
Clinical Locations
801-581-2352
Specialties
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Ophthalmology National Board of Medical Examiners |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.8/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.7/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.7/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.2/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.7/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
February 26, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
my eye disease is extremely scary and I am extremely grateful for this team's knowledge, care and patience with me and all my concerns
UofU Patient
February 25, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is one of my favorite providers. He studies my whole health history before I get to the appointment. he shows general concern talks to me about other health issues. He is also very supportive
UofU Patient
February 20, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
very satisfied
UofU Patient
January 31, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
the whole team is amazing and especially Dr Vitale
UofU Patient
December 24, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
so happy to have Dr Vitale and his staff
UofU Patient
December 19, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
All of the nurses I worked with were very helpful and even provided detailed explanations to my questions. I didnt deal with the doctors PA on my most recent visit but she is great, seems really knowledgeable and personable(which is just as important). The doctor seems knowledgeable but he doesn't seem as personable or care about your questions nearly as much as he should.
UofU Patient
December 17, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I feel that if I ask questions at all they are ignored. I never get any explanation of treatment or problems. I've stopped trying.
UofU Patient
December 14, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
because the staff were busy, running behind in the procedures, a float nurse was attempting to get me started on the procedure getting me ready for Dr. Vitale, and that this was the second injection in my eye there wasn't any real discussion of anything pre-procedurally. The people preparing me for the injection I've already commented on that. The person the man taking pictures of my guy, it was a different modality picture showing a different angle or aspect to the eye. He knew the difference in what the reading pertain to. For me the pictures from the first procedure were easier for me to identify and follow the train of thought. The changes, visualizing where the problem was and were the injection was supposed to treat my eye. Hurry call this man from years past taking pictures. He's extremely knowledgeable and has worked there many years. This man was Thorough taking the pictures needed, yet just as busy as all the other staff members trying to accommodate all the cares that needed to be done for all the patients that day. he referred me to have Dr. Vitale explain it. as soon as injection was done, Dr. Vitale stood to leave the room, and when I told the nurse not to rub my eye, he stated we have to rub it to clean it. Then I responded it was more of the pressure applied to the eyeball. And Dr. Vitale exited the room so perhaps next appointment it's early in the morning at the beginning of the day. I hope we will be able to have time for Dr. Vitale to give me a summary of the condition of my eye. If these injections are helping my eye condition. Is the goal to help my eye, save my vision, is the goal being accomplished. Are the injections working and doing what they're supposed to do. can Dr. Vitale see any benefit and progress? and plan of care for future.
UofU Patient
December 06, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is amazing
UofU Patient
November 27, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I was not asked if I had any questions or concerns. Altho I did not, it's nice to be asked. Everyone was very respectful.
UofU Patient
November 25, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I didn't understand why they spent so much time staring in my dilated eyes with a bright light. It was not adequately explained to me what was going on and why. I ended up with a very bad headache.
UofU Patient
November 22, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
staff is great
UofU Patient
November 16, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I was out scheduling my next appt and he added a couple more tests, but I didn't really know what they were for. (pictures of my eye and a chest CT scan)
UofU Patient
November 15, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
good
UofU Patient
October 31, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
All very good.
UofU Patient
October 27, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Very thorough
UofU Patient
October 21, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
no one has ever talked to me about risks involved with Eylea injections
UofU Patient
October 20, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I always appreciate the genuine concern and professional way I'm treated at Moran Eye Center
UofU Patient
October 07, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Hong-Le wasn't willing to listen to my concerns. Her way or the highway!
UofU Patient
October 07, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is well 'in tune' with my needs. He ALWAYS shows the highest level of professionalism and gives me outstanding care
UofU Patient
September 26, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
excellent experience!
UofU Patient
September 19, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
could not have hoped tor better care!
UofU Patient
September 08, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
the doctors here saved our little girls eyesight
UofU Patient
August 31, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vatali is terrific. He, too, is very calm, knowledgeable and through. I am so grateful to be his patient. I trust him and his fellow associates.
UofU Patient
August 26, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale improved my outlook on life due to his expert examination of my Wet MD situation.
UofU Patient
August 07, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I have been under the care of Dr. Albert Vitale for past 10 years. I consider myself a very fortunate person to have doctor Vitale as my provider. He is simple excellent.
UofU Patient
July 06, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
time
UofU Patient
July 06, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I always feel I am in good hands with Dr. Vitale
UofU Patient
June 12, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I have recommended Dr Vitale to my brother. Dr. Vitale is the best, most caring doctor I have seen in my 70 years.
UofU Patient
June 09, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
good
UofU Patient
June 03, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
One of the kindest, thoughtful doctors I've eve had.
UofU Patient
May 26, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I feel grateful to have him for a Dr. He is awesome
UofU Patient
May 02, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Vitale and all his staff are always very informative and make sure my daughter the patient even with her being a minor and myself are in the know they make sure we understand what is going on what to expect and understand going forward
UofU Patient
May 01, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
good
UofU Patient
April 23, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
good
UofU Patient
April 20, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
detailed explanation on medicine
UofU Patient
April 18, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
good
UofU Patient
April 10, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I've said it before and I'll say it time and time again. Dr Vitale is probably the best dr the university of Utah has. I have visions of him being my primary care physician, my hematologist, my OBGYN, my endocrinologist. He is passionate, thorough, compassionate, he doesn't beat around the bush and because he's human he'll sometimes make a mistake and misprint or forget something but he always owns it. I love dr. vitale!! he's super funny too lol. great man!!
UofU Patient
March 27, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
I feel very fortunate to have Dr Vitale and his team as my provider
UofU Patient
March 04, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Vitale listens to and addresses all of my concerns in a very considerate, compassionate, professional manner. He is respectful of my opinions and decisions regarding my treatment plan. Im very happy with him as a physician.
UofU Patient
March 03, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent experience! I always recommend the Moran Eye Center to anyone I know who needs help with their eyes
UofU Patient
January 27, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Very impressed with Dr. Vitale
UofU Patient
January 22, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale recommended that we try a different drug, and he explained his reasoning clearly and succinctly.
UofU Patient
January 03, 2020
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitlale was thorough. He considered the options we had and how each can have their own risks.
UofU Patient
December 27, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Vitale is a superb physician who has unparalleled clinical knowledge about my rare condition. He is friendly concise and answers questions with the confidence of a man who has spent a lifetime accumulating knowledge in his specialty. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone. After muddling through frustrating and uninformed treatment at other facilities I finally feel that I have a physician with the ability to manage my care correctly.
UofU Patient
December 25, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Albert Vitale is an excellent doctor. He has been looking after my eyes for 10 years. I am very fortunate to have him as my doctor. Dr. Vitale is a kind man full of empathy and cares for his patient. I try to follow all his instructions every day.
UofU Patient
December 11, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
they always make sure I'm kept up on all decisions & or problems
UofU Patient
December 09, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Vitale is a saint. this was a follow after emergency surgery on Thanksgiving weekend. Dr Vitale and Dr Komanski worked all weekend to take of me during this very difficult time
UofU Patient
December 03, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Vitale is a saint. compassionate and an absolute genius
UofU Patient
November 30, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. V is just amazing. I'm blessed to have him as my doctor.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is brilliant
UofU Patient
October 28, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vatale has always been courteous, gentle, caring and professional. He is one of the best doctors I know.
UofU Patient
October 28, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is the greatest! Very caring, professional and thorough! Great staff as well.
UofU Patient
September 20, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
so thankful to be under the care of Dr Vitale.
UofU Patient
August 28, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale and his fellow answered all my questions regarding a very complex condition. I left reassured I was receiving the best care possible. This is the type of care that every academic medical center should provide. I am a physician at the U and I cannot tell you how impressed I was by this visit. I am glad Dr. Vitale is here and his staff is outstanding.
UofU Patient
August 25, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale took time to explain options and showed concern about my care.
UofU Patient
August 05, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Vitale is outstanding in every way - kind, compassionate and highly skilled! I feel the same way about Dr Zabriskie and I recommend them both to everyone all the time
UofU Patient
July 19, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Complicated. More tests and additional referrals needed.
UofU Patient
June 28, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Albert Vitale is a very good doctor. He not only takes very good care of my eyes he has saved my eyes sights. I am fortunate to have Dr. Vitale as my doctor.
UofU Patient
June 17, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is brilliant!
UofU Patient
June 16, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is the best eye Doctor I've ever had the privilege of seeing!
UofU Patient
June 11, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
The time with him was poor because I could've been in and out. The time waiting to see him was LONG and then to have nothing done was aggravating.
UofU Patient
June 03, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
During the course of my day at Moran I saw several doctors and was administered several tests. Each doctor, technician and nurse showed compassion, care and concern. I was truly impressed.
UofU Patient
May 27, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
very good
UofU Patient
May 24, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
dr. vitale himself seems very knowledgeable and I would recommend him separate from the Moran eye center. scheduling conflicts and the way it's set up is absolutely ridiculous.
UofU Patient
May 20, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
The Moran Eye Center is the most efficient operation I have ever seen in medical practice - consistent with the rest of my experience at the University of Utah health system. Thanks.
UofU Patient
May 18, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I always get excellent care
UofU Patient
May 13, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
The doctor was very thorough, careful and clear.
UofU Patient
May 12, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Great, honest, caring, friendly Doctor!!!
UofU Patient
April 04, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I feel very fortunate to have Dr Vitale and his team as my eye specialist
UofU Patient
April 01, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Vitale is a competent and caring dr. He's got a pleasant demeanor and makes issues easy to understand
UofU Patient
March 15, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is in a class that respects the patient. He answers questions, provides information, and gives positive thoughts even though your condition is worsening. He may only spend a short period of time with you, you feel like he spent 30 minutes.
UofU Patient
March 05, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is preserving my vision, and doing it in a kind, friendly way.
UofU Patient
January 30, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent experience. Impressive international team. I decided to move all of my care from a really good surgeon to Dr. Vitale because of his specialized research experience.
UofU Patient
January 28, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
appreciated the genuine concern for patients. Most appreciative of the doctor remembering me despite 5 year absence.
UofU Patient
January 26, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
I always receive the best care from Dr Vitale and his staff. I have every confidence in him and his team.
UofU Patient
January 13, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Albert Vitale is my doctor and I think he is the best. He has operated on my eyes few times and saved my eye sights. I am very grateful to have him my doctor and fortunate to have Moran Eye Center near by.
UofU Patient
January 11, 2019
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is always very professional and shows concern for my condition. One of the best!
UofU Patient
December 08, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Vitale is why I come to Moran despite unfriendly and unconcerning staff.
UofU Patient
December 04, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Fellow Dr. very thorough. dr. Vitale very to the point on my care
UofU Patient
October 25, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Grateful for the care of my eyes at the Moran Eye Center.
UofU Patient
October 23, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
disregarded my wife's input even though she is a health care provider.
UofU Patient
October 18, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Vitale is wonderful, and we trust him completely.
UofU Patient
October 15, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Mike, one of the PA's is a great guy. Very personable and professional. I saw him (after I left) in the Lobby asking each person if they were being cared for. Nice touch!! Also, the visiting Doctor from Myanmar was very sweet. Dr Vitale's nurse assistant is always informed and very nice!
UofU Patient
October 13, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Vitale is an excellent doctor. he takes the time to answer any and all of mine and my families questions. he seems to really care about each and every one of his patients. he makes sure that I completely understand what is/isn't going on with my eyes. he makes me feel very comfortable that I have the best doctor.
UofU Patient
September 17, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. V. ROCKS!
UofU Patient
September 17, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I'm an extremely pleased with my experience at Moran Eye Center. I have full confidence in Dr Vitale
UofU Patient
September 15, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
Too bad you don't have a category 6 or higher (because they deserve it). Dr. Vitale and his staff are top-notch
UofU Patient
August 26, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
We love Drm Vitali. We feel like he truly cares about our son. He is very thorough, and careful during his examination. We have complete trust in him.
UofU Patient
August 23, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I was very impressed with Dr. Vitale and feel like my son is in good hands.
UofU Patient
July 01, 2018
MORAN EYE CENTER
I recommend the Moran Eye Center to everyone! I would never go anywhere else. I have been through a lot with my eyes and my doctors - Dr. Vitale and Dr. Zabriskie saved my vision! I have total trust in them and tremendous gratitude for their excellent skills and for their kindness and compassion.
UofU Patient
June 29, 2018
The staff always makes you feel at ease.I could ask them for anything and not be embarrassed.
UofU Patient
June 26, 2018
Care provider and I did not communicate well. I felt he did not accept my explanation of my health issues. Also he was brusque when I asked for further clarification about recommended follow up. He did seem competent.
UofU Patient
June 24, 2018
My confidence is starting to wane. I have always gotten great care, but my concerns don't ever seem to hold any validity anymore.
UofU Patient
June 22, 2018
I saw three physicians, and they were all terrific.
UofU Patient
June 19, 2018
good
UofU Patient
June 16, 2018
Dr. Vitale is one of the most remarkable medical professionals I have ever had the privilege to be treated by. I was diagnosed just shy of 20yrs ago. So I have a wide range of doctors for comparison. Dr. Vitale will always be a shining example of what a doctor should be. Kind, attentive, knowledgeable while remaining down to earth, and wanting the best possible outcome for a patient. Not to feed his reputation, but because he genuinely cares about people. I couldn't ask for a better specialist to oversee my care.
UofU Patient
May 25, 2018
Dr. Vitale is fantastic. He is easy to speak with, has a calm manner, keeps me informed about all aspects of my care, and has went above and beyond in coordinating with other providers. I feel very fortunate to be under his supervision for my eye health concerns.
UofU Patient
April 13, 2018
Dr. Vitale is the BEST! He is always caring, answers your questions without making you feel dumb. He takes his time explaining things so that he makes sure you completely understand. I wouldn't recommend anyone other than him! Thank you Dr. Vitale
UofU Patient
April 09, 2018
Dr. Vitale is fabulous. He is so kind and empathetic, very clear in explaining things, always takes plenty of time to answer questions. I have absolute confidence in his judgement.
UofU Patient
April 09, 2018
Great
UofU Patient
March 30, 2018
I'm so grateful for Dr. Vitale. He has made it so I can see and function daily. this wouldn't be possible without him
UofU Patient
March 23, 2018
Dr. Albert Vitale has been taking care of my eyes since 2008. I am total confidence about Dr. Vitale. I think he is the best doctor. I am fortunate to have him as my doctor. Thank you.
UofU Patient
January 29, 2018
I have always felt very taken care of at the clinic, however, I have been going for so long (I believe six years or so) that the last few visits I have felt a little rushed. To me, it's sort of like my condition is old news and any new concern I may have is simply explained away as "part of the disease". Eyesight is important and it's always a sensitive issue to me, even if I have been living with it for years. It effects me and it probably always will. When my concerns are simply brushed away, it feels as though interest is lost. The care is there, but I feel as though the concern has lessened.
UofU Patient
January 27, 2018
love Dr Vitale
UofU Patient
January 27, 2018
dr vitale is the best! I don't and wouldn't anyone else with my eyes. he saved my vision and changed my life.
UofU Patient
January 25, 2018
The care provider answered all the questions that we asked.
UofU Patient
January 20, 2018
Dr. Vitale and his fellow were impressive as usual.
UofU Patient
January 16, 2018
Best doctors ever especially Dr. Vitale
UofU Patient
November 25, 2017
Dr. Vitale is the best! I am thankful I am his patient.
UofU Patient
November 25, 2017
I wish I could receive treatment by my primary care provider like I am treated here. Dr. Hassman and Dr. Vitale have been amazing.
UofU Patient
November 04, 2017
Dr. Vitale and his associates were wonderful.
UofU Patient
October 26, 2017
I have already recommended Dr. Vitale to many parents of kids with Uveitis.
UofU Patient
October 19, 2017
love this clinic
UofU Patient
October 13, 2017
I have total confidence in Dr. Vitale and recommend him to everyone. He is always very kind, very thoughtful, excellent at explaining everything and at answering my questions. He is outstanding in every way.
UofU Patient
September 30, 2017
Dr. Tabin, Dr. Vitale and Dr. Hassman were amazing. I felt they genuinely cared about me and made every effort to explain everything clearly. I have the greatest confidence in all of them.
UofU Patient
September 22, 2017
i feel very fortunate to live in SLC with access to the Moran Eye Center.
UofU Patient
September 22, 2017
Dr Vitale is brilliant! He diagnosed a rare condition on the very first visit. It was a little scary, but I trusted Dr Vitale's expertise and he was correct on diagnosis and treatment. I trust him 100%. My vision is back to normal!
UofU Patient
September 02, 2017
Dr Vitale was excellent in all ways from concern for my problem to explanation of tests and results. My physician from Ohio recommended him as I was visiting salt lake to see family. I left feeling encouraged and uplifted . Thank you Dr. Vitale. Thankful you and Dr Chouric in Ohio
UofU Patient
September 01, 2017
Dr Vitale is the Ultimate Best in a Professional Provider!
UofU Patient
August 26, 2017
so grateful for dr vitale. without him I would not be able to see.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2017
Vitale was amazing he was so nice and caring towards my condition. He spent a decent amount of time with me and used language I could easily understand. Vitale is the only doctor I completely trust with my condition and he deserves the utmost respect and recognition.
UofU Patient
August 15, 2017
Dr Vitale is an excellent doctor!
UofU Patient
July 25, 2017
Provider seemed more concerned about teaching the resident and the medical student than addressing the patient's concerns.
UofU Patient
July 20, 2017
good
UofU Patient
July 20, 2017
Entire staff is amazing.
UofU Patient
July 14, 2017
Dr. Vitale is amazing. Friendly and professional.
UofU Patient
July 09, 2017
I appreciate Dr Vitale so much. he has given me my sight back. I appreciate his attention to detail and concern for my eyes.
UofU Patient
July 06, 2017
dr Vitale is the best
UofU Patient
June 24, 2017
all nurses, assistants and techs are incredibly professional and friendly. Dr. Larochelle is has wonderful bedside manner, knowledge about my condition, and communication to me and my family about my condition and its treatments. I have only seen Dr. Vitale about ten minutes total throughout the 3 times I have come to the Moran Center, but each time he has been very short and condescending, to the point where I do not want to ask any medial questions.
UofU Patient
June 02, 2017
The doctor was soooo kind and caring at a time of need. went the extra mile and I appreciate it very much.
UofU Patient
June 02, 2017
love the dr. don't like the extreme amount of time it take for each appointment
UofU Patient
May 23, 2017
I love Dr. Vitale
UofU Patient
May 13, 2017
I didn't need any treatment or medications.
UofU Patient
April 06, 2017
Dr. Vitale is a great physician and I trust him implicitly. I am very pleased that he is my ophthalmologist.
UofU Patient
April 04, 2017
Dr. Vitale and staff provide exceptional medical care.
UofU Patient
April 04, 2017
I visit Moran Eye Center for follow up check up every 6 months. Dr. Vitale has been taking care of me and my problem for almost 10 years. Dr. Vitale is the best doctor, for me.
UofU Patient
March 21, 2017
injections were done by a student Dr. right eye went well. left eye not so well. there was immediate bleeding upon injection. pain was noted for several days post. no interaction between Wade and Dr. no interaction noted for follow up care by Dr.
UofU Patient
March 14, 2017
my confidence in Dr. Vitale is excellent. I sincerely believe that he cares about people.
UofU Patient
March 13, 2017
Dr. Vitale is a real professional. he is the kind of doctor you wish all other physicians were like. he listens, answers your questions, and informs you of what is going on with your condition and what symptoms to be aware of. Even though the news is not always the best you have confidence that Dr. Vitale is doing what needs to be done.
UofU Patient
March 07, 2017
Dr. Vitale is the quintessential professional. He is a delight to work with.
UofU Patient
February 10, 2017
Dr Vitale and his staff are some of the most friendly, courteous and patient staff I've been in contact with. Dr Vitale always takes the time to explain everything so that you fully understand and he answer any and all questions you might have. I've been seeing Dr Vitale for around 10 years now and wouldn't want to see another doctor for my condition. He's great at what he does and he really cares for his patients.
UofU Patient
February 03, 2017
so impressed with everything
UofU Patient
January 27, 2017
I am very happy with Dr. Vitale and his staff.
UofU Patient
January 13, 2017
Dr. Vitale and the staff at the Moran Eye Center are exceptional in every way possible.
UofU Patient
January 11, 2017
Dr. Vitale was very calming, understood my anxiety related to health care issues, and was informative. I left my appointment feeling like I was under good care.
UofU Patient
December 27, 2016
Dr. Vitale and staff are and provide an exceptional and professional service!!
UofU Patient
December 19, 2016
Dr. Vitale is exceptional, a first-rate care provider.
UofU Patient
December 15, 2016
it is a privilege to be a patient of Dr. Vitale. I believe he is genuinely concerned about me. he is kind, patient, and the Intermountain West is very fortunate to have someone of his caliber here in Utah.
UofU Patient
November 07, 2016
Dr. Vitale is simply one of the best doctors we've seen, period. He is engaged, informative and takes great care in his decisions. He is an exemplary physician and this carries over to his staff that meet his high standards.
UofU Patient
October 24, 2016
Dr. Vitale is great! Very concerned and caring.
UofU Patient
October 10, 2016
Professional and communicative
UofU Patient
October 10, 2016
I consider myself very fortunate to have access to Moran Eye Center and Dr. Albert Vitale as my doctor.
UofU Patient
September 30, 2016
It was obvious that they were seeing more to the exam than they wanted to discuss. The only information they cared to share with me was regarding inflammation. I presume because that was why I referred there. However medical students were brought in to see a "vein" without explaining to me the significance of it. This gives cause for worry along with a referral to see another colleague without a reason why to see him either. I am very sure that I am not selected as the favorite patient of the month to meet the favorite colleague. As a person that needs to know their "total health", being examined by kind and professional people that selected to share with me the "you can know what I choose to tell you" information is difficult for me. As much as I liked working with them and thought they were knowledgeable, I left feeling half informed. Simply because they only wanted to inform me of their "specialty area". The 2nd visit was much better than the 1st visit to this office in every way. A huge THANK YOU for that.
UofU Patient
September 26, 2016
I appreciate the time and care the staff and Doctor showed me while I was there.
UofU Patient
September 23, 2016
Good
UofU Patient
September 11, 2016
Dr. Vitale is a very kind Doctor. he explains what is going on in my eyes. he takes the appropriate amount of time with me.
UofU Patient
September 02, 2016
The doctor provided an explanation for a question...but it was mostly in technical terms. But that's okay, he can't necessarily take the time to explain everything to everybody.
UofU Patient
July 26, 2016
It's 7 months now that I have been seeing Dr. Vitale. I have NO doubt that he is an excellent physician, and I absolutely believe that he is trying to help me. However, after 7 month's time, I still feel like I am talking to a stranger when he comes into the room. He runs in says "Hi, how are ya?" and immediately sticks his head into the computer. For a person with anxiety, such as myself, it would help a lot if he actually treated me like a person and not just a patient. That would help me calm down a lot when I am there. As I said, I have NO DOUBT that he is an excellent physician, and I fully believe that he is trying to help me, but our personalities are such that if I had another choice, I would most likely see someone else. To be fair, it was an extremely busy clinic this day, but after 7 months we are still only civil to each other and not friendly at all? Not good, not good. Also, it was late enough in the day when I left that I got no instructions about how long to take my antibiotic eye drop after my injection, and the clinic had to call me the next day to schedule my next appointment.
UofU Patient
July 23, 2016
He was VERY courteous, thorough, and considerate. However the lights invoked a severe migraine which he didn't pick up on. I was soon beyond any reasonable state of thinking capacity that I feel diminished in the overall purpose of the visit. I still don't feel I have any explanation to work with, or future plan. Basically I am just continuing the same medicinal treatment I have for the last several months.
UofU Patient
July 20, 2016
Dr. Vitale is always great, however I can tell when he is busy and has other patients/things on his mind. I often delay asking him questions because of a rushed feeling, but if I call with questions they always get answered, sometimes by him personally which I appreciate greatly.
UofU Patient
July 17, 2016
awesome
UofU Patient
July 14, 2016
Always GOD care
UofU Patient
July 05, 2016
After Dr. V. finished his exam he said all looks good, reduce meds, and that was about all. I would like more details. For example; show me on the scans what looks better and why, what happened to all the floaters in my right eye? Where did they go? Will they come back?
UofU Patient
May 04, 2016
I am so happy I am being care for by this very professional Staff and Dr. I am not so frightened about my future Vision problems. Very grateful to them.
UofU Patient
May 01, 2016
Dr. Vitali is always positive and upbeat. I am honored that he would take me for a patient!
UofU Patient
April 26, 2016
Dr. Vitale is awesome! The ONLY reason I put up with the long wait times when I visit the Moran is because I like and trust Dr. Vitale so much!
UofU Patient
April 26, 2016
Perhaps in the future we will look back at the treatment of sticking a needle in your eye as a form of medieval torture (which it is). I have found this process extremely painful and the last one bloodied the left side of my eye for a week and made my vision difficult. I am considering terminating the procedure as it is really gruesome.
UofU Patient
April 20, 2016
Dr Vitali explained everything to me and answered all my questions.
UofU Patient
April 05, 2016
dr vitale is the best. he has saved my vision
UofU Patient
April 04, 2016
Dr. Vitale and his staff are the very best!
UofU Patient
April 04, 2016
Dr. Votale is the best.
UofU Patient
March 31, 2016
Dr. Vitale is great. I think he really is trying to help me and I appreciate that. He is always pleasant when he comes in the room to see me.
UofU Patient
March 28, 2016
Dr. Vitale is kind and interested as well as being a world-class retina specialist.
UofU Patient
March 20, 2016
Dr. Vitale is great. The frustrating part was trying to be seen sooner than the appointment I had already scheduled. I get that Dr. Vitale's clinic is very busy and I'm not his only patient, but changing my appointment 3 times in 2 days seemed a bit excessive.
UofU Patient
March 18, 2016
The doctor was impatient and talked down to us. There were issues with the computer program, medications and tests were not ported over from the VA's hospital records correctly. Dr. Vitali was going to have our patient rerun all the lengthy tests that were done just less than 30 days ago. He wouldn't listen to us. He kept talking over us and even snapped at us when we told him what another doctor told us what to do. Luckily the VA's medical records ported over and he ran out to us to change all of his directions on what to do. I'm sure Dr. Vitali is very talented and full of knowledge. However his bedside manner is extremely vital to both the patient as well as the patients family that comes along. All that knowledge gets downgraded and ridiculed when the Doctor is obtuse towards his patients. Please remind him that we are people, not just numbers.
UofU Patient
March 13, 2016
Have already recommended Dr. Vitale and Moran to several friends
UofU Patient
February 27, 2016
18 months ago Dr. Gibbons had prescribed me glasses with the left eye perscription plano, but giving no explanation for this; nor did his receptionist,when I queried her about this anomaly. A month ago I went for a new perscription; Dr. Gibbons tried, but finally explained that nothing he tried wold help improve my eyesight in the left eye, so he referred me to consultation and a possible steroid shot with Dr. Vitale. Dr. Gibbons spoke a little about the possible causes, but he did not really mention or speculate about possible consequences or possible later improvemente, worsening, etc. Dr. Vitale explaied clearly that I would have shots that day in both eyes (why also in he right eye?), another pair of shots in one month, and further evaluation in two months. I tried to ask about my eyesight; i.e., could i get new glasses and 'be ok' by the tie I will travel to Germany in late May? I didn't articulate this query very well, because Dr. Vitale responded that the APPOINTMENTS would be finished before my trip; however, he didn't say or speculate much about whether my condition should affect my plans or not.
UofU Patient
February 22, 2016
I recommend the Moran Eye Center to everyone, especially my doctors: Dr. Vitale and Dr. Zabriskie
UofU Patient
February 20, 2016
Excellent retina specialist
UofU Patient
February 08, 2016
Dr. Vitale is a very sympathetic man and seems to cares deeply about his patients. He explains everything to you in a way you can understand and in the case where you do not, he will re-explain it in a different way so that you do understand. He takes the time to answer all of your questions and you never feel like you are being rushed out or brushed off.
UofU Patient
February 05, 2016
I have complete confidence in Dr. Vitale.
UofU Patient
January 31, 2016
I was upset about a condition unrelated to my primary problem that I was being seen for, but Dr. Vitale was very helpful in explaining it and setting up photography and ultrasound to allay my fears over the secondary problem.
UofU Patient
January 19, 2016
Dr.Vitale is AMAZING. He always takes such great care of me and explains everything that needs to be done or that is happening.
UofU Patient
January 18, 2016
good
UofU Patient
January 11, 2016
Dr Vitale is the best!
UofU Patient
December 12, 2015
very good to all these questions. could not have been better. I have recommended the clinic to everyone I know who need help with their eyes. Thank you all so much.
UofU Patient
December 11, 2015
The most friendly Dr and Nurses, I love them all. Merry Christmas
UofU Patient
December 04, 2015
Still no clear answers on what is going on, but they also don't know what it is.
UofU Patient
November 24, 2015
Dr Vitale demonstrates an extreme amount of concern, spends more time than your typical physician, and seems to sincerely care about me as a patient. He is an anachronism, and refreshing presence, in today's, "run them through as fast as you can", practice of medicine.
UofU Patient
November 06, 2015
Dr. Vitale is awesome
UofU Patient
October 30, 2015
Dr. Vitale is awesome! Absolutely the best! If he wasn't I would have found a new doctor with the amount of wait time I typically have when I come for an appointment. He cares about me as a person not just a patient/paycheck.
UofU Patient
August 31, 2015
The staff in general seemed to be stressed and perhaps disorganized
UofU Patient
August 29, 2015
Dr Vitale and his staff always take time to deal with any questions I might have. They tailor things to my needs and care about my comfort and input.
UofU Patient
August 04, 2015
Dr. Vitale is outstanding in every way.
UofU Patient
July 31, 2015
Fantastic Dr.
UofU Patient
July 30, 2015
Excellent to all of the above and more.
UofU Patient
July 28, 2015
I would recommend Dr. Vitali to anyone. I trust him completely and have total confidence in his abilities.
UofU Patient
July 18, 2015
Dr. Vitale was a very compassionate and caring doctor.
UofU Patient
July 14, 2015
Love this guy. He's not only super competent, he's informative, personable, and excellent to work with in all ways.
UofU Patient
June 25, 2015
Dr. Vitale is outstanding in every way. I met another of his patients this week who agreed that he is amazing
UofU Patient
June 23, 2015
Dr. Vitale is someone I am truly grateful to have in my life. He is very skilled and I have no doubt that I owe my eyesight to his skilled care. That alone is enough to recommend him highly but that is only part of how he cares for me. He involves me in every decision about my care. He shares his thoughts, weighs the pros and cons all while taking into consideration not only my eyesight but my overall quality of life. Dr. Vitale has comforted me as I have shed many a tear over my diagnosis and all the frustrations that have accompanied it. I truly believe he has my best interest at heart and I trust him completely (something quite rare for me).
UofU Patient
May 27, 2015
Best Doctor that I have ever seen in my life.
UofU Patient
April 28, 2015
Dr. Vitale is outstanding in every way.
UofU Patient
April 18, 2015
Best Dr. Ever
UofU Patient
April 16, 2015
DR. Vitrelie was wonderful
UofU Patient
April 06, 2015
Dr. Vitale is the best! I would recommend him to any one! I am grateful to be his patient!
UofU Patient
March 25, 2015
Dr. Vitale is outstanding in every way.
UofU Patient
March 08, 2015
Dr. Vitale was very professional also, look at my eyes very carefully.
UofU Patient
March 05, 2015
I had hoped that Dr. Vitale would have explained things better to me when switching to my new healthcare provider since I am moving and will be seeing a different eye doctor from now on. I also wished that he had talked to me about my medicine and what dosages to follow or if he would keep filling them etc. I will have to call the office to gather all of this information. He seemed to be very hasty with getting done with me and on to the next patient.
UofU Patient
March 03, 2015
Dr. Vitale and his staff and the BEST! I owe them my eyesight and my eye. I can't say enough good about them.
UofU Patient
February 23, 2015
On my last visit, not much was said about my care or the plan going forward. I am having a series of injections in both eyes for macular degeneration. I would like to know when another test will be done to determine if these shots are helping.
UofU Patient
February 15, 2015
I HAVE ASKED ABOUT VIBTAYING LIGHT IMPULSES IN MY EIYES ON TWO OCCASIONS AND EACH TIME THEY RESPONDED WITH SAME QUESTION, DO YOU HAVE MIGRAINS HEADACHES? I EXPOAIN THAT I NORMALLY DO NOT HAVE HEADACHES AND THAT ENDS THE ISSUE. SINCE LAAAT APPT THE IMPULSES HAVE DOUBLED.
UofU Patient
February 10, 2015
I have utmost respect and appreciation for Dr. Vitale. He has taken care of my eye problems for 10 years. He knows me personally -- studies charts, and considers the best treatment.
UofU Patient
February 05, 2015
I always learn new and useful information about eyes and my disease from the medical staff. I was expecting changes to my treatment after this visit, but my doctor had information from studies that he learned since our last visit, shared the relevant information, and asked if I'd like to go with the expected changes or to adjust the plan according to the new information. Understanding the benefits of each option made it easy to decide to trust my doctor's expertise.
UofU Patient
January 26, 2015
after waiting 3 hours the doctor spends 5 minutes with me and goes through a quick exam tells me new dosage and is gone before you can even process what he said.
UofU Patient
January 23, 2015
Everyone in the clinic, and particularly Dr. Vitale, study coordinator Kim Wegener, the photo technicians (Jim, Paula and others) have been wonderful for the past years during my visits.
UofU Patient
January 20, 2015
I am thankful for the care I have received from Dr Vitale. I feel as if he has an honest concern for me. He seeks my feedback and makes me a partner in treatment decisions.
UofU Patient
January 13, 2015
GOOD
UofU Patient
January 13, 2015
Dr Vitale is outstanding in everything he does
UofU Patient
December 26, 2014
It was all excellent.
UofU Patient
December 07, 2014
I know that Dr Vitale is concerned about me keeping my vision. I am very grateful for his knowledge, and care for my problem.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2014
Good Experience
UofU Patient
November 24, 2014
Dr. Vitale is a great doctor and guy otherwise there is no way I would continually spend the amount of time waiting for him that I do every appointment.
UofU Patient
November 24, 2014
Dr Vitale is the outstanding in everything he does
UofU Patient
November 23, 2014
U recommend it to evereyone.
UofU Patient
November 11, 2014
Dr. Vitale was patient when my son asked questions and showed concern. Dr. Vitale asked about school and my son's hobbies.
UofU Patient
November 02, 2014
very please with Doctor and all staff
UofU Patient
October 17, 2014
provider uses all medicall terminology.. which i understand most of because i work in medical.. but he snaps if he has to repeat and is condescending if u dont understand and not on first appt but second appt.. first appt he wanted to help.. but you still feel he's about to snap.. second appt he didnt care or want to answer questions
UofU Patient
October 05, 2014
I've been seeing Dr. Vitale for about 8 years and have the utmost confidence in him.
UofU Patient
October 03, 2014
Dr. Vitale is always very professional and friendly. We chat briefly as he is busy. But it is obvious to me that he is absolutely dedicated to my eye health first and foremost!!!
UofU Patient
September 25, 2014
Dr. Vitale is kind, caring and has a great knowledge of his field of expertise. I know that I am in the best care when I go to see him, and I have trusted him with my eyesight for the last several years. Without his help, I am sure I would be blind by now. I am very thankful that he is there and that I can be one of his patients! I am also thankful that he is sharing his knowledge with young doctors, so they can also take care of people. Dr. Vitale is definitely one of my heroes!
UofU Patient
September 25, 2014
Doctors Vitale and Zabriskie are awesome.
UofU Patient
September 22, 2014
I have trusted Dr. Vitale's decisions regarding my vision for close to 10 years now, and with his dedication, compassion, and knowledge we have not only maintained my eyesight, but improve it! I am thankful for each and everyday I can see.
UofU Patient
September 21, 2014
I know my eyes are in the best care with Dr. Vitale. I am facing the reality that I may go blind (and this is terrifying), but I know that that this provider is truly concerned about my vision.
UofU Patient
September 19, 2014
The doctor giving the shot was only with me long enough to put the device to hold my eye open and give the shot itself. He did not talk to me other then to introduce himself. The nurse did not spend more time with me either but did walk me out to the front to schedule my next appointment. No one seemed concerned about whether I had any questions.
UofU Patient
September 13, 2014
excellent Staff and Dr. Vitale is the greatest
UofU Patient
September 11, 2014
Dr. Vitale is always very thorough in explaining the treatments and what options are available for treatment should this form not work. I feel confident in his diagnosis and his genuine concern for me as an individual.
UofU Patient
September 05, 2014
Very caring, kind and excellent! I am extremely grateful for my doctors at the Moran!
UofU Patient
August 28, 2014
Vitale is a good professional
UofU Patient
August 26, 2014
Dr Vitale is top notch in every way
UofU Patient
August 25, 2014
I forgot to ask if I was to continue the eye drops. I will call in when the prescription refill runs out.
UofU Patient
August 06, 2014
I cannot say enough good things about Dr Vitale and his staff. Dr Vitale has a way of making me feel completely comfortable. He is confident, reassuring and kind.
UofU Patient
July 18, 2014
Several professionals att6ended me during the course of my appointment, all of who were competent and kind. I would have liked Dr Vitale to have spent a little more time with me, however.
UofU Patient
July 17, 2014
Dr. Vitale and staff all were very helpful and informative every step of my visit.
UofU Patient
July 02, 2014
Dr Vitale and his office techs are the greatest! which is why I travel from Nevada or Idaho to go to John Moran, I have the utmost confidence in my treatment plan and care from my team of doctors!
UofU Patient
June 26, 2014
GOOD VISIT
UofU Patient
June 10, 2014
Dr Vitale is the very best
UofU Patient
June 05, 2014
I have recommended this Doctor and office to anyone having problems such as mine.
UofU Patient
June 01, 2014
dr vitali was amazing informative and sincere
UofU Patient
May 15, 2014
good
UofU Patient
May 10, 2014
I think Dr. Vitale is fabulous. He is calm and unassuming. He is kind and soft-spoken but makes me feel like he really cares about me and that I can trust him, even though I know he has tons of other patients waiting for him. He and Dr. Warner at Moran are the best doctors I have ever been to by far...and I have been to a lot!
UofU Patient
May 07, 2014
Dr Vitale is excellent in every way
UofU Patient
May 05, 2014
Good
UofU Patient
April 29, 2014
I have been a patient of Dr. Vitale for several years. Because of his expertise, I am able to see today. I have great confidence in his abilities. I feel he is a kind, and compassionate doctor. He is a wonderful doctor and my husband and I consider him our friend.
UofU Patient
April 15, 2014
very sharp individuals, great explanations. brought in other Dr.s for opinions. I am confident Dr. Vitale will find out what this is.....
UofU Patient
April 12, 2014
I love the EPIC system that the U is using. I would recommend that the provider speaks to the patient instead of just to the scribe in the room. It was weird that he was talking to the scribe as if I wasn't there. He was describing how "serious" my problem was to the scribe to put in the computer before telling me I had a problem! He then turned to me and said "you have very serious eye damage". I said, "I know, I just heard you tell the scribe that, and watched her type it into my chart before you told me". weird
UofU Patient
March 30, 2014
generally good
UofU Patient
March 25, 2014
Thought team were interested and I did feel confident that condition was understood.
UofU Patient
March 24, 2014
The staff were awesome.
UofU Patient
March 24, 2014
I wish I was given more information about other medications besides the one that I'm on that has birth defects possible. I'm a young married women and you would think that a doctor would be worried about me being on this medicine. I always ask about other options and it is never addressed with real concern.
UofU Patient
March 20, 2014
Fantastic doctor and human being. Can't express my trust in this doctor enough. Knowledgeable and personable.
UofU Patient
January 27, 2014
Dr Vitale is the greatest. Very knowledable and caring, best in every way
UofU Patient
January 27, 2014
Moran Eye saved my vision. Dr V is very informative and attentive I trust his expert opinion and feel he has my best interest at heart. I never feel rushed and he addresses any concerns I may have.
UofU Patient
January 26, 2014
The care provider is an excellent professional, not only in regards to knowledge, but "bed-side" manners as well.
UofU Patient
January 21, 2014
Dr. Vitale and his staff are excellent and so kind. I could not ask fore a better doctor. I believe he saved my eye sight in my right eye. I am so Thankful
UofU Patient
January 19, 2014
Dr. Vitale is really nice
UofU Patient
January 13, 2014
Dr. Vitale is so attentive and kind. His knowledge and skills are so appreciated.
UofU Patient
January 13, 2014
I am fortunate to have Dr. Vitale as my doctor. He is excellent, caring, and I appreciate him.
UofU Patient
January 10, 2014
we are fortunate that Dr. Vitale is here in Utah to share his expertise with us.
UofU Patient
January 09, 2014
The clinic was very good and Dr Vitale was informative and consistent in his care. He instructed and assisted in understanding the diagnosis and care. Am very happy that my husband and I were able to fine him and be under his care.
UofU Patient
January 07, 2014
all is fine and professional and caring.. I thank the whole department
UofU Patient
December 24, 2013
Dr Vitale is amazing, extremely competent and very caring
UofU Patient
December 13, 2013
excellent Doctors especial Dr. Vitale
UofU Patient
November 28, 2013
Dr. was interested in the well being of patient
UofU Patient
November 15, 2013
I am very pleased with my doctor, Dr. Vitalie.
UofU Patient
November 15, 2013
We, and so many others, are blessed with the excellent care given to us at Dr Vitale's clinic.
UofU Patient
November 14, 2013
He noticed I was stressed and seemed caring about what I was stressed about. I appreciated that because that doesn't always happen with doctors. He read my body language to be able to tell. I don't think I was exuding stress or anything, but he picked it up. Very appreciated.
UofU Patient
November 11, 2013
Dr. Vitale is great. He is incredibly intelligent, he cares about his patients and I love his dry wit. :) He's good at discussing options and possible problems down the road. It makes me not quite as nervous because he tells me so much.
UofU Patient
October 24, 2013
Dr Vitale and his associates are outstanding
UofU Patient
October 23, 2013
You don't have a number high enough on your scale to describe the level of confidence I have in Dr. Vatale!
UofU Patient
October 21, 2013
Dr. Vitale was very comforting and reassured us that he would take good care of the patient, as he always has.
UofU Patient
October 21, 2013
Many things were told to an assistant as if I wasn't even in the room. I asked for normal speak citing I wasn't current on medical terminology involving the eyes and was completely ignored. I trust Dr. Vitale so I am just going to assume that since he didn't need to see me for a year, all the notes he made aren't about a problem I need to be concerned with now. I was instructed on what things to watch for and to return to the clinic sooner if anything changed.
UofU Patient
October 21, 2013
I have the highest regard for the staff at Moran and would always recommend your facility above any other. Thank you!!!
UofU Patient
October 04, 2013
Dr Vitale is great!
UofU Patient
September 30, 2013
Dr Vitale is fantastic. He is always very caring and understanding when I ask questions.
UofU Patient
September 23, 2013
I WAS NEVER EXPLAINED ABOIUT THE CONFUSION MU APPOINTMENT TIME . I WAS LEFT T;HINKING IT WAS ABOIUT MENEY
UofU Patient
September 21, 2013
There is no question that Dr. Vitale is an excellent doctor. I trust him. His bedside manner has improved and he tries in that area. However, I have been a patient of his for 6-7 years and the wait times are always deplorable.
UofU Patient
September 09, 2013
There is always a wait time when I am here.. That is just the way it has always been. We are working with someone who specializes in this disease and that takes time. I have been going to the Moran Eye Center for nearly 14 years and have always received the best care. Dr Vitale has been my doctor for at least 10 of these years. I recently just learned that I have to have eye surgery and I am getting married in 3 weeks... So bummed but feel so good to know that Dr Vitale will take care of me. Dr Vitale and everyone on his team feel more like a family and that is the kind of care I want and need. I have never been unhappy with my care and I know I am getting the best of the best. Thank you to all of you at the Moran Eye Center!! Good job!
UofU Patient
September 04, 2013
We are always bragging on the team at Dr Vitale's office
UofU Patient
September 03, 2013
I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Vitale.
UofU Patient
September 02, 2013
Dr Vitale is always great.
UofU Patient
September 02, 2013
Dr. Vitale is great.
UofU Patient
August 28, 2013
Vitale was very good
UofU Patient
August 27, 2013
it was not clear if the doctor had looked closely at my medical history; it was clear he had not looked at the new patient intake form -- I had to repeat the same information re: med history to 3-4 different people -- all of this while my eyes are dilated and I can't see my notes -- this is A LOT to ask of a patient who has a complex medical history.
UofU Patient
August 26, 2013
There was lots of discussion between the staff about all the tests that needed to be given and how to fill out the new computer program that the "U" has just installed. I did not need to be in the room for most of it. I had to find my way to the testing areas. It is good I had a good memory as If I had forgotten I would have had to go back to ask where I was to go. It was not written down.
UofU Patient
July 04, 2013
Super in all ways
UofU Patient
June 10, 2013
Dr. Vitale is beyond very good, he is excellent.
UofU Patient
June 07, 2013
All good. They made me feel special!
UofU Patient
June 06, 2013
I have seen Dr. Vitale for the last seven years. I accredit him with saving the eyesight in my left eye. I couldn't be more pleased with his care. Also the staff who works with him are great. I have had a similar experience with Dr. Mamalis and his staff for my cataract surgery. Thank you all!
UofU Patient
June 05, 2013
Dr. Vitale is always in a rush whenever I meet with him; I wish that there was a more patient uveitis specialist that I could see.
UofU Patient
May 23, 2013
Doctor A. Vitale does not generally share understandable information with the patient/care giver, has an impatient, condescending attitude toward patient/care giver - however he is obviously an experienced expert in hius field. I guess you can't have it all, huh?
UofU Patient
April 30, 2013
Dr Vitale is an excellent doctor. Takes good care of my daughter.
UofU Patient
April 27, 2013
I like both Dr. Shakoor and Dr. Vitale. Both seem to be completely competent.
UofU Patient
April 10, 2013
We are never treated like "just another patient," but with true concern for who I am and how my problem effects me. Great care, great treatment.
UofU Patient
April 04, 2013
He was very down to earth, which was nice. He seemed a little frustrated, but that is understandable since my daughter was not cooperating at all. I felt he really knew what he was talking about, and thought of questions to ask after the fact so I will hopefully get to ask those next week!
UofU Patient
April 04, 2013
I would recommend others to the Moran Eye center if they needed to receive treatment and were trying to decide which hospital to go to. I have been treated so well here, and I am very appreciative. Thank you!!
UofU Patient
April 01, 2013
The best there is. Thank you Thank you Thank you
UofU Patient
March 28, 2013
very good
UofU Patient
March 21, 2013
I would have preferred my medication instructions were written down instead of just given to me verbally.
UofU Patient
March 21, 2013
Dr Vitale is amazing. He always answers my questions clearly and seems concerned about my care.
UofU Patient
March 20, 2013
we have seen multiple doctors at the redwood moran and have received excellent care from all
UofU Patient
March 18, 2013
moran is a class act and dr vitale is comprehensive in his explanation re: problem and solution. plus, he's a fabulous person
UofU Patient
March 14, 2013
Dr/ Vitale is the best doctor for my condition and he has always treated me with kindness and in a professional way. I consider him a friend as well as my physician.
UofU Patient
March 14, 2013
I am not sure Dr. Vitale understands how important it is for me to treat a flair up of iritis immediately when it begins! He was unwilling to prescribe the medicine I need to stop it before it gets bad. If I was out of town and had to wait several days to treat a flair up, it could do serious and permanent damage to my eye. He should trust that I know what is going on and give me the medicine I need to treat it as soon as it begins!
UofU Patient
March 11, 2013
Dr. Vitale and his assistants gave clear explanations of my diagnoses, and were warm and concerned about my condition.
UofU Patient
February 25, 2013
Dr. Vitale always provides the best of care and is genuinely interested in the outcome of treatment
UofU Patient
February 14, 2013
Dr. Vitale is the only doctor I trust with my eyes. He has saved me from going completely blind and has always shown an incredible amount of concern for my health. He has been very informative, and is always quick to offer multiple solutions to any problem I might have. I can recommend no doctor more highly than him for anyone wishing to receive the best possible care.
UofU Patient
February 14, 2013
I did feel that he was very concerned and thoroughly checked my eye for anything unusual. He explained very well what he saw and what his concerns were.
UofU Patient
February 10, 2013
always takes time for my questions and concerns...very concerned about my condition and recovery
UofU Patient
February 10, 2013
excellent provider
UofU Patient
January 28, 2013
Excellent Doctors. I now know I came to the right place for treatment !!!!!
UofU Patient
January 27, 2013
My son has been seen by Dr. Vitale for the last 6 years, and we have nothing but respect and gratitude for the treatment and care he provides. We feel 100% confident in his abilities, and feel lucky to have access to such an expert.
UofU Patient
January 21, 2013
I felt as though the appointment was very rushed and did not leave time for much discussion on options of treatment.
UofU Patient
January 18, 2013
Dr. Vitale is amazing.
UofU Patient
January 07, 2013
I just felt blown off
UofU Patient
December 20, 2012
We have consistently had a great experience with Dr. Vitale
UofU Patient
December 18, 2012
Great staff, from start to finish!
UofU Patient
December 17, 2012
I was extremely pleased with both Dr. Hobbs and Dr. Vitale - I felt confident about their decisons and comfortable that they were qualified to proceed with all procedures.
UofU Patient
December 04, 2012
Once I got to Dr. Vitale, my medical experience was good though he didn't seem to care about the long wait either. While it is his job to be in the clinic all day, it is not mine. When I told him I was upset that I had been required to spend days going to 4 different clinics and hours on the phone with insurance to make sure all the labs that he requested were drawn and tested in aa way that they would be covered, his response was "Well, you wanted an assessment didn't you?". He didn't even have the results. So, no, I had not been assessed but I had been run around town.
UofU Patient
December 03, 2012
I saw Dr. Vitale and Dr. Hobbs, his fellow. They were reassuring and thorough. They double-checked everything and I feel like they know what they are doing. Since it was Dr. Hobbs who performed my laser retinopexy procedure after an emergency room visit, I was glad he came in to discuss it with Dr. Vitale.
UofU Patient
November 26, 2012
Dr. Vitale has always been very friendly and professional. I feel very confident in his abilities and enjoy being one of his patients.
UofU Patient
November 01, 2012
I feel very confident that my condition is being carefully diagnosed.
UofU Patient
November 01, 2012
Good and lots of care
UofU Patient
October 26, 2012
Thanks
UofU Patient
September 24, 2012
I wish he talked more and explained more of why they were performing specific tests. I was worried about my eyes and didn't feel like I understood if I should be worried or not worry much at all. I wanted reassurance or a plan of where we were headed to find out what was wrong. I think he was just very quiet and didn't talk very much to me. But I have confidence in his abilities as a doctor and think he is a good doctor and is trying to figure out what is wrong.
UofU Patient
September 17, 2012
Dr. Vitale is excellent in giving the care I need. The injection in my eye didn't hurt and I was comfortable during the procedure and after leaving the office. His staff is excellent and all try hard to give the best care.
UofU Patient
September 14, 2012
Very good experience.
UofU Patient
July 26, 2012
Total time at my appointment on that particular daywas 3 hours. Far too long to wait at any age.
UofU Patient
July 18, 2012
Dr. Vitale was fantastic to work with. He brought in other specialists to help find a diagnosis for me, thouroughly explained the injection for my eye, and spent a lot of time examining me.
UofU Patient
July 16, 2012
Our care provider was excellent! Happy, knowledgeable and very efficient!
UofU Patient
July 01, 2012
Absolutely love Dr. Vitals and am very comfortable with his diagnosis and treatment plan. He has always showed a level of great concern and compassion for my situation and has made me feel comfortable even though the outcome of any and all treatments are
UofU Patient
June 28, 2012
Thank you for cutting through the red tape so I could see Dr. Frech.
UofU Patient
June 28, 2012
An excellent experience, as always. I trust Dr. Vitale implicitly, and know he has my best interests and well being in mind at all times.
UofU Patient
June 27, 2012
Following an ocular tap, I was unable to see out of my left. This condition somewhat temporary and an unexpected consequence of the procedure. Dr. Vitale showed great concern about this keeping me in the clinic an extra amount of time examining me several times before releasing me, with the assurance that the condition was temporary. Dr. Vitale asked me a few days later how I was doing and I assured him by phone that I thought the post-procedure condition was clearing up and my site seemed to be returning, accept for the blind spot I went to see him regarding, of course.
UofU Patient
June 26, 2012
I feel confident in the physician's ability to treat the illness, but not the patient. He doesn't seem to recognize the impact of the cost of tests that are ordered or medications that are prescribed. He also doesn't seem to notice inconveniences patients endure.
UofU Patient
June 25, 2012
I recommend Dr Vitale to others all the time. We have so much confidence in him and his staff; "very good" isn't adequate when describing the amount of confidence we have in each person that has touched our lives while we are in his office. Each person is truely engaged with us.
UofU Patient
June 22, 2012
I think the Drs. are exceptional!
UofU Patient
June 21, 2012
everyone we met was a learning experience and so informative. Dr. Vitale explained everything and made sure we were comfortable and understood what was happening.
UofU Patient
June 20, 2012
Dr. Vitale was very busy and could only spend about 10 minutes with us.
UofU Patient
June 20, 2012
All a very good experience except wait time after my eyes were dilated.
UofU Patient
June 14, 2012
If there was a category higher than very good I would check it!
UofU Patient
June 11, 2012
Dr. Vitale is a top notch doctor, but between the scheduling, travel, and wait times, I would definately return to my doctor in Ogden if that were an option.
UofU Patient
June 10, 2012
I travel from Nevada so I can remain under the care and guidance of Dr. Vitale and the staff at Moran Eye Center. I have great confidence in their care and ability to treat my issues. I will continue to remain under their care as long as necessary.
UofU Patient
June 07, 2012
The doctor was much more empathetic this visit than ever before regarding my wife's concerns about her prescribed medicine's side effects. However, generally he has not advised us of any medicine's side effects when he prescribes them. We have to look up the information online about her medicines and then discuss it with him later. He is so busy that he never can spend enough time with us. This is a continual weakness in the Moran Eye Center's operations. If I ran my business with this poor method of work flow and lack of customer service I would have gone under long ago. I have mentioned these concerns before and the situation has actually gotten worse.
UofU Patient
June 05, 2012
I am very pleased with the care I get there, and have great confidence in Dr. Vitale.
UofU Patient
May 21, 2012
I only saw Dr. Vitale for about 15 minutes so I'm thinking about him when answering these questions.
UofU Patient
May 03, 2012
Good
UofU Patient
April 23, 2012
DR VITALLI IS AN EXCELLENT DOCTOR AND KNOWS HIS STUFF.
UofU Patient
April 23, 2012
The doctor seems harried, hurried, and distracted, probably because he is over-scheduled.
UofU Patient
April 23, 2012
We trust the Doctor
UofU Patient
April 19, 2012
I felt that he was in a hurry, and that he had others with more pressing problems.
UofU Patient
April 19, 2012
I've recommended Dr. Vitale and the Moran Eye Center several times.
UofU Patient
April 11, 2012
Dr. Vitale provides the best care and concern possible for me. I can't say enough good about him!
UofU Patient
April 11, 2012
Care proviider is always very sensitive to concerns and care.
UofU Patient
April 06, 2012
doc. found my problem, when no other eye doc could
UofU Patient
April 06, 2012
Dr. Vitale was excellent. This appointment was difficult and even emotional as we had to make some challenging decisions for the proper care. Physician spent a lot of time explaining and helping us understand. They were compassionate and respectful. I am very grateful for this!
UofU Patient
April 05, 2012
Very happy with my visits.
UofU Patient
March 30, 2012
I love Dr Vitale. He is very good, thorough and concerned about your problem.
UofU Patient
March 29, 2012
Dr. Vitale, very professional and courteous
UofU Patient
March 22, 2012
He gave me the instruction/information print-out that went with the new medication they used and was exteremely competent in administering the shot.
UofU Patient
March 05, 2012
He explained that I would be takimg the drops in my left eye and I wondered why not in both eyes. but I didn.t ask. The doctors checked and rechecked my eyes and that was a comforting feeling.
UofU Patient
March 01, 2012
Dr. Vitale is the very best. He is obviously very competent as well as most courteous, attentive and most helpful. It was an extraordinary visit. I can't say enough about how positive it was.
UofU Patient
February 27, 2012
I love my doctor and he always takes good care of me.
UofU Patient
February 27, 2012
everyone has always been excellent for me
UofU Patient
February 17, 2012
I feel fortunate to see Dr. Vitalie
UofU Patient
February 03, 2012
Great at treating the disease. Not so great treating the patient.
UofU Patient
February 03, 2012
I was refered to another provider but not given any information, do I call them, do they know I'm coming, do they need to transfer my records, do I need to chase down my records, I guess I just google the name and see what happens?
UofU Patient
January 13, 2012
I know I need some tests done, but the waiting period before my insurance will cover my pre-existing condition has just begun. The doctor is very good about letting me know I can wait to have those tests done until insurance will cover it, and that the delay will not have a harmful effect on my condition.
UofU Patient
January 09, 2012
I'm very happy in every way with the care I have received through the years with Dr. Vitale and staff.
UofU Patient
January 05, 2012
Totally Great Experience
UofU Patient
January 05, 2012
The doctor is very knowledgeable and capable. However, my questions are not answered in full, my ability to communicate my concerns are hampered by his hurried approach. I feel it is difficult to make him understand my concerns, it is much easier to tell them to the technician. Of course the technician cannot advise me. I wish he would take a few minutes to listen to me describe my personal observations with the treatment.
Albert T. Vitale, MD, specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of patients with diseases of the retina and vitreous. He also heads Moran's Uveitis Division—and is one of the only ophthalmologists in the Mountain West specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of uveitis and other infections and inflammatory diseases of the eye.
His research interests include ocular manifestations of systemic diseases, novel therapeutic agents, and new drug delivery systems in the treatment of ocular inflammatory disease, retinal vascular disease, and the pharmacotherapy of age-related macular degeneration.
He is also one of about a handful of people in the country with dual training in ocular immunology and inflammatory disease as well as vitreoretinal surgery, and the only provider of such expertise in the Mountain West. He is co-author of the definitive text on the subject, with Dr. Steven Foster, titled, Diagnosis and Treatment of Uveitis.
Academic Locations
John A. Moran Eye Center
801-581-2352
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Ophthalmology National Board of Medical Examiners |
Research Interests
- Ocular Inflammatory Disease
- Wound Healing
- Vitreoretinal Disease
- Ocular Trauma
- Retinal Vascular Disease
- Corneal Wound Healing
- Age-related Macular Degeneration
Education History
| Fellowship | Retina Specialists of Boston Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellow |
| Fellowship | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Ocular Immunology and Uveitis Fellow |
| Chief Resident | St. Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center Ophthalmology Chief Resident |
| Residency | St. Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center Ophthalmology Resident |
| Internship | University Health Centers of Pittsburgh Internal Medicine Intern |
| Professional Medical | New York Medical College Medicine M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Stanford University Biological Sciences and Humanities Special Programs B.S. |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Patel RC, Vitale AT, Creel DJ, Digre KB (2020). Not All That Flickers Is Snow. J Neuroophthalmol, 41(1), e97-e99.
- Rosenbaum JT, Harrington CA, Searles RP, Fei SS, Zaki A, Arepalli S, Paley MA, Hassman LM, Vitale AT, Conrady CD, Keath P, Mitchell C, Watson L, Planck SR, Martin TM, Choi D (2021). Identifying RNA Biomarkers and Molecular Pathways Involved in Multiple Subtypes of Uveitis. (Epub ahead of print) Am J Ophthalmol.
- Hicks PM, Haaland B, Feehan M, Crandall AS, Pettey JH, Nuttall E, Self W, Hartnett ME, Bernstein P, Vitale A, Shakoor A, Shulman JP, Sieminski SF, Kim I, Owen LA, Murtaugh MA, Noyes A, DeAngelis MM (2020). Systemic Disease and Ocular Comorbidity Analysis of Geographically Isolated Federally Recognized American Indian Tribes of the Intermountain West. J Clin Med, 9(11).
- Suhler EB, Jaffe GJ, Fortin E, Lim LL, Merrill PT, Dick AD, Brezin AP, Nguyen QD, Thorne JE, Van Calster J, Cimino L, Adan A, Goto H, Kaburaki T, Kramer M, Vitale AT, Kron M, Song AP, Liu J, Pathai S, Douglas KM, Schlaen A, Muccioli C, Van Velthoven MEJ, Zierhut M, Rosenbaum JT (2020). Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Adalimumab in Patients with Noninfectious Intermediate Uveitis, Posterior Uveitis, or Panuveitis. (Epub ahead of print) Ophthalmology.
- Rosenbaum JT, Harrington CA, Searles RP, Fei SS, Zaki A, Arepalli S, Paley MA, Hassman LM, Vitale AT, Conrady CD, Keath P, Mitchell C, Watson L, Planck SR, Martin TM, Choi D (2020). Revising the Diagnosis of Idiopathic Uveitis by Peripheral Blood Transcriptomics. Am J Ophthalmol, 222, 15-23.
- Merrill PT, Vitale A, Zierhut M, Goto H, Kron M, Song AP, Pathai S, Fortin E (2020). Efficacy of Adalimumab in Non-Infectious Uveitis Across Different Etiologies: A Post Hoc Analysis of the VISUAL I and VISUAL II Trials. Ocul Immunol Inflamm, 1-7.
- Conrady CD, Feist RM Jr, Vitale AT, Shakoor A (2020). Long-term visual outcomes of endophthalmitis and the role of systemic steroids in addition to intravitreal dexamethasone. BMC Ophthalmol, 20(1), 181.
- Sauer L, Vitale AS, Andersen KM, Hart B, Bernstein PS (2021). FLUORESCENCE LIFETIME IMAGING OPHTHALMOSCOPY (FLIO) PATTERNS IN CLINICALLY UNAFFECTED CHILDREN OF MACULAR TELANGIECTASIA TYPE 2 (MACTEL) PATIENTS. Retina, 40(4), 695-704.
- Kutluturk I, Agarwal A, Shulman S, Vitale A, Parodi MB, Conrady CD, Hurtikova K, Cunha Souza E, Rodriguez EC, Chhablani J, Tappeiner C, Gerding H, Zinkernagel MS, Tucker W, Munk MR (2020). The Clinical Characteristics of Unilateral Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathies. Ocul Immunol Inflamm, 1-8.
- Liang Q, Dharmat R, Owen L, Shakoor A, Li Y, Kim S, Vitale A, Kim I, Morgan D, Liang S, Wu N, Chen K, DeAngelis MM, Chen R (2019). Single-nuclei RNA-seq on human retinal tissue provides improved transcriptome profiling. Nat Commun, 10(1), 5743.
- Rifkin LM, Vadboncoeur J, Minkus CC, Dunn EN, Moorthy RS, Bhatt N, Sen HN, Taggart MG, Vitale AT, Goldstein DA (2019). The Utility of Lyme Testing in the Workup of Ocular Inflammation. Ocul Immunol Inflamm, 1-5.
- Williams LB, Javed A, Sabri A, Morgan DJ, Huff CD, Grigg JR, Heng XT, Khng AJ, Hollink IHIM, Morrison MA, Owen LA, Anderson K, Kinard K, Greenlees R, Novacic D, Nida Sen H, Zein WM, Rodgers GM, Vitale AT, Haider NB, Hillmer AM, Ng PC, Shankaracharya, Cheng A, Zheng L, Gillies MC, van Slegtenhorst M, van Hagen PM, Missotten TOAR, Farley GL, Polo M, Malatack J, Curtin J, Martin F, Arbuckle S, Alexander SI, Chircop M, Davila S, Digre KB, Jamieson RV, DeAngelis MM (2019). ALPK1 missense pathogenic variant in five families leads to ROSAH syndrome, an ocular multisystem autosomal dominant disorder. Genet Med, 21(9), 2103-2115.
- Owen LA, Shakoor A, Morgan DJ, Hejazi AA, McEntire MW, Brown JJ, Farrer LA, Kim I, Vitale A, DeAngelis MM (2019). The Utah Protocol for Postmortem Eye Phenotyping and Molecular Biochemical Analysis. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci, 60(4), 1204-1212.
- Papangkorn K, Truett KR, Vitale AT, Jhaveri C, Scales DK, Foster CS, Montieth A, Higuchi JW, Brar B, Higuchi WI (2018). Novel Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Treatment (DSP-Visulex) for Noninfectious Anterior Uveitis: A Randomized Phase I/II Clinical Trial. Curr Eye Res, 44(2), 185-193.
- Thorne JE, Sugar EA, Holbrook JT, Burke AE, Altaweel MM, Vitale AT, Acharya NR, Kempen JH, Jabs DA, Multicenter Uveitis Steroid Treatment Trial Research Group (2018). Periocular Triamcinolone vs. Intravitreal Triamcinolone vs. Intravitreal Dexamethasone Implant for the Treatment of Uveitic Macular Edema: The PeriOcular vs. INTravitreal corticosteroids for uveitic macular edema (POINT) Trial. Ophthalmology, 126(2), 283-295.
- Hicks PM, Melendez SAC, Vitale A, Self W, Hartnett ME, Bernstein P, Morgan DJ, Feehan M, Shakoor A, Kim I, Owen LA, DeAngelis MM (2019). Genetic Epidemiologic Analysis of Hypertensive Retinopathy in an Underrepresented and Rare Federally Recognized Native American Population of the Intermountain West. J Community Med Public Health, 3(1).
- Suhler EB, Adn A, Brzin AP, Fortin E, Goto H, Jaffe GJ, Kaburaki T, Kramer M, Lim LL, Muccioli C, Nguyen QD, Van Calster J, Cimino L, Kron M, Song AP, Liu J, Pathai S, Camez A, Schlaen A, van Velthoven MEJ, Vitale AT, Zierhut M, Tari S, Dick AD (2018). Safety and Efficacy of Adalimumab in Patients with Noninfectious Uveitis in an Ongoing Open-Label Study: VISUAL III. Ophthalmology, 125(7), 1075-1087.
- Dick AD, Rosenbaum JT, Al-Dhibi HA, Belfort R Jr, et al, Fundamentals of Care for Uveitis International Consensus Group (2018). Guidance on Noncorticosteroid Systemic Immunomodulatory Therapy in Noninfectious Uveitis: Fundamentals Of Care for UveitiS (FOCUS) Initiative. Ophthalmology, [Epub].
- Jabs DA, Dick A, Doucette JT, Gupta A, Lightman S, McCluskey P, Okada AA, Palestine AG, Rosenbaum JT, Saleem SM, Thorne JE, Trusko B (2018). The Standardization of Uveitis Nomenclature Working Group. Interobserver agreement among uveitis experts on uveitic diagnoses: The Standardization of Uveitis Nomenclature experience. Am J Ophthalmol, 186(Feb 2018), 19-24.
- Lim LT, Vasudevan V, Shelton J, Vitale AT, Moorthy R (2016). MACULA RETINAL VASCULITIS AND CHOROIDITIS ASSOCIATED WITH GRANULOMATOSIS WITH POLYANGIITIS. Retin Cases Brief Rep, 11(2), 119-122.
- Kline DC, Vitale A, Warner JE (2007). Acute multifocal placoid pigment epitheliopathy associated with cavernous sinus thrombosis. Ocul Immunol Inflamm, 15(6), 443-6.
- Vitale AT, Rodriguez A, Foster CS (1994). Low-dose cyclosporine therapy in the treatment of birdshot retinochoroidopathy. Ophthalmology, 101(5), 822-31.
Letter
Abstract
- Sugar EA, Holbrook JA, Burke AE, Jaffe GJ, Vitale AT, Davis JL, Jabs DA (2018). Dissociations of the fluocinolone acetonide implant: experience from long-term follow-up during the Multicenter Uveitis Steroid Treatment (MUST) Trial and Follow-up Study [Abstract]. Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science (IOVS) ARVO 2018 Journal, 59(9), 417.