Dr. Downer blends leading-edge surgical technique with compassionate, personalized care, tailoring cornea and cataract treatment to each patient to help preserve and restore their vision.
Credentials
Education & Training
University of Florida College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine, Gainesville, FL
University of Florida College of Medicine
Ophthalmology Residency, Gainesville, FL
University of Florida College of Medicine
Cornea & External Diseases Fellowship, Gainesville, FL
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Board of Ophthalmology, Board Certified
- American Academy of Ophthalmology, Fellow
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Member
- Florida Society of Ophthalmology, Member
- Clay County Medical Society, Member
Awards & Recognition
Society of Teaching Scholars Outstanding Resident Award
Chief Resident, Department of Ophthalmology
What patients say
Reviews & ratings
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★★★★★4.81,059 reviewsGoogle reviews for Clay Eye Physicians & Surgeons, the practice associated with Dr. Donald Downer. Reviews describe the practice and may mention other providers at this location.View all Google reviews at this practice
Went for my final appointment after floater surgery on both eyes. Both eyes were perfect! Definitely recommend Clay Eye for any issues with your eye health.
The entire staff at this office is fantastic. I highly recommend to anyone seeking a professional service with integrity .
Response from the ownerThank you for the kind words.Best of the best doctors, staff and receptionists. Friendly, knowledgeable and personable processes and results.
I truly rate Clay Eye Physicians and surgeon #1 The staff is Awesome my appointments were early morning. Everyone was so welcoming, warm and comforting and my surgeon doctor Islam is phenomenal. Thank you all for being such a good team you made my process easy with no fears.
Dr. Downer is the best! Dr. Downer and his staff provided excellent service and caring treatment before, during and after my cornea transplant in my left eye on August 27th. His expertise and professionalism were evident throughout the process. My eye sight is much better. I highly recommend Dr. Downer.
Response from the ownerSo happy to hear that your eye sight is better and your experience with Dr. Downer was a positive one.Caring staff. Great Dr. Love Dr Sorrentino and Dr Hayes. Highly recommend Clay Eye.
Response from the ownerThank you for the kind words about Drs. Sorrentino and Hayes. We appreciate it!Efficient professional and caring. Highly recommend
Response from the ownerThank you for the recommendation.My Aunt is very happy with the service and staff 😀
Response from the ownerThank you for sharing.Dr Harris Dr Bullock are great. All staff members are great as well.
Response from the ownerThank you for the kind words about Dr. Harris, Dr. Bullock and our team.
