Dr. Asota is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery, including laser-assisted techniques and premium intraocular lenses such as Light-Adjustable, toric, multifocal, and extended-range IOLs. She also performs corneal refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK), Implantable Collamer Lenses, corneal crosslinking, corneal transplantation, and anterior segment reconstruction.
Credentials
Education & Training
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology (minor in Chemistry)
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Doctor of Medicine, Madison, WI
Emory University, Department of Ophthalmology
Post-doctorate Cornea Research Fellowship
University of Arizona
Ophthalmology Residency, Tucson, AZ
Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, University of California, Irvine
Fellowship in Cornea, Anterior Segment, and Refractive Surgery
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Cornea Society
What patients say
Reviews & ratings
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★★★★★4.47 reviewsGoogle reviews from the "Ijeoma Muriel Asota, MD" Google Business Profile. Reviews describe the practice and may mention other providers at this location.View all Google reviews at this practice
I saw Dr. Asota for evaluation of a corneal condition, and the experience was extremely upsetting. During the appointment, she noted that I also had a cataract in my other eye. When I asked about options for managing it in the future, she told me that because I am blind, the only treatment she would ever consider for me would be complete eye enucleation, and that she would not consider cataract surgery or other treatments. This was shocking to hear. I was not asking for vision restoration, only whether the cataract could be addressed if it eventually caused discomfort or other symptoms. I left the appointment feeling devalued and dismissed, as if my eyes and my wellbeing were viewed as “not worth” treating. It was a deeply dehumanizing experience. I later sought a second opinion from a cataract specialist, who told me the opposite: of course he would remove the cataract if and when it became symptomatic, with the understanding that it may not improve my vision. His approach was respectful, compassionate, and centered on my comfort and autonomy. That contrast made me realize how inappropriate and harmful the first interaction had been. I’m leaving this review so that other blind or disabled patients are aware that they may not receive the compassion or consideration they deserve here. Disabled people still deserve quality care, options, and respect. My experience with Dr. Asota did not reflect that.
A cornea transplant 11 months ago and doing exceptionally well. If you expect excellence you will find it here.
Dr. Asota will always get 5 stars from me!!! Thorough, professional and very competent!!! And a great bedside manner!!!! Thank you Doctor Asota!!!
The staff at Mesa branch was great as the wait was long. They helped make my husband and I comfortable with the experience. I loved Dr Asota. She is confident, caring and professional and quite brilliant in her practice. She was the only specialty ophthalmologist that could figure out what was going on with my eyes. I had been to see two before her and they did not even come close to her diagnosis. I was suffering for at least a year before I met this special Doctor. Thank you Dr. Asota.
Dr. Ijeoma had excellent bed-side manner, she was very knowledgeable and educated me on the steps I would go through and what I was to expect before my cataract surgery with lens implant. As for the actual surgery, I had the best experience ever! She hand walked me through the surgery experience and I felt no pain or side effects during or after. Would highly recommend her for your eye surgery needs. To put it in words, she's simply the best! 10 stars our of 5.
