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Michelle Tarver, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Michelle Tarver

Dr. Michelle Tarver is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in ocular inflammation. Before joining Solomon Eye Physicians & Surgeons, she was an assistant professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the Division of Ocular Immunology. In 2009, she joined the Food and Drug Administration's Center for Devices and Radiological Health where she works on ensuring that ophthalmic devices are safe and effective before entering the U.S. marketplace. She is actively involved in research on ophthalmic devices and incorporating the patient's voice in the evaluation of medical devices.

Education

Dr. Tarver attended Spelman College in Atlanta, GA where she received a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry. She completed the M.D./Ph.D. program at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2003. She then completed her residency in ophthalmology with fellowship training in ocular inflammation at the Wilmer Eye Institute (Johns Hopkins). 

Affiliations and Awards

Dr. Tarver is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and has received the Secretariat's Award from the AAO for her contributions to ophthalmology.

Reviews

"I had an appointment in the Bowie, MD office this morning (10/17/2020) with Dr. Tarver.  I want to extend kudos to one of the medical technicians, TREVOR, who assisted Dr. Tarver during my visit (and who is new to this practice). Upon greeting me (in the waiting area), Trevor did it with a warm smile.  Once we got into the examining room, he introduced himself and then explained to me the procedures he was going to perform to prep me prior to seeing Dr. Taver.  During the prep, he explained to me what he was about to do prior to performing the procedure.  Trevor presented himself in a professional manner.  He was thorough, knowledgeable and friendly.  He was also attentive, caring and a good listener.  He certainly contributed to my visit being enjoyable and productive.  To net it out, Trevor was VERY IMPRESSIVE.D, Anderson  (10/17/2020)"

D.A.

Yelp

"I had an appointment this morning (10/17/2020) with Dr. Tarver. I want to extend kudos to one of the medical technicians, TREVOR, who assisted Dr. Tarver during my visit (and who is new this practice). Upon greeting me (in the waiting area), Trevor did it with a warm smile. Once we got into the examine room, he introduced himself and then explained to me the procedures he was going to perform to prep me prior to seeing Dr. Taver. During the prep, he explained to me what he was about to do prior to performing the procedure. Trevor presented himself in a professional manner. He was thorough, knowledgeable and friendly. He was also attentive, caring and a good listener. He certainly contributed to my visit being productive. To net it out, Trevor was VERY IMPRESSIVE. D. Anderson (10/17/2020)"

D.A.

Google

"Dr. Michelle Tarver is a caring and attentive physician. The Solomon eye team is always pleasant and professional at all times."

A.&.

Google

"I had an appointment in the Bowie, MD office this morning (10/17/2020) with Dr. Tarver. I want to extend kudos to one of the medical technicians, Trevor, who assisted Dr. Tarver during my visit (and who is new to this practice)."

D.E.

Facebook

"I have gone to Solomon Eye for years. I have seen Dr. Jonathan Solomon and, now, Dr. Tarver. Both are skilled professionals who have taken very good care of my sight. I recommend this practice to anyone. I was so scared when it was determined that I had glaucoma. Now I look forward to waking up and seeing what God has in store."

D.V.

Google