Ophthalmology
Christina Flaxel, MD
Director, Wold Family Macular Degeneration Center
Dr. Christina J. Flaxel is a retina specialist at OHSU Casey Eye Institute in Portland, Oregon, focusing primarily on retinal diseases including vitreoretinal disorders, uveitis, ocular immunology, diabetic macular edema, macular degeneration, and Eales' disease. She treats adult patients with complex retinal conditions, such as those involving the center of the macula with good visual acuity or requiring anti-VEGF therapy like ranibizumab or aflibercept. Her signature techniques encompass retin
35+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)
Education & Training
- Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University (MD, 1988)
- Internship: Oregon Health & Science University Hospital (Transitional Year, 1988-1989)
- Residency: Oregon Health & Science University (Ophthalmology, 1989-1992)
- Fellowship: West Virginia University (Retina, 1992-1993)
- Fellowship: Moorfields Eye Hospital (Retina/Vitreous Surgery, 1997)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
2019-2025 (7 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Salem Health West Valley Hospital
- Mid-columbia Medical Center
- OHSU Hospital
- Bay Area Hospital
- OHSU Casey Eye Institute
Languages
English[4]
Experience
35+ years in practice