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John Michaelos, MD
Medical Director | Cataract, Cornea, Refractive & Oculoplastic Surgery
Dr. John Michaelos is one of Tampa Bay’s most experienced ophthalmologists, specializing in advanced cataract surgery, laser vision correction, corneal disease, and cosmetic eyelid procedures. For decades, he has helped patients achieve clearer vision through a combination of surgical expertise, advanced technology, and personalized care.
Known for embracing innovation, Dr. Michaelos has remained at the forefront of ophthalmology throughout his career. He was among the first physicians in Florida to implant the PanOptix® multifocal lens and continues to offer patients access to the latest advancements in vision correction and cataract surgery.
After earning his medical degree from the University of Miami, Dr. Michaelos completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Tennessee and fellowship training in corneal and external diseases at the University of South Florida. He has also served as an associate professor of ophthalmology, helping educate and mentor future eye care professionals.
As Medical Director of St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute and St. Michael’s Surgery Center, Dr. Michaelos leads a team committed to delivering exceptional outcomes, innovative treatments, and an outstanding patient experience.
Patients throughout Florida trust Dr. Michaelos for his experience, attention to detail, and commitment to helping them achieve their best possible vision.
Dr. John Michaelos believes that sight is an amazing gift, and as a physician whose skill set allows him to offer his patients a better quality of life, he is the surgeon many of your friends and neighbors have trusted to improve their vision and create the flattering new face they happily show the world every day.
It’s a tradition of excellence that was instilled in Dr. John by his father, Dr. Louis Michaelos, one of the area’s most respected ophthalmologists for over 50 years. St. Michael’s will continue to grow, but will never outgrow our very valued patients.
The St. Michael’s Standard
At St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute, every decision we make is guided by a simple philosophy: deliver the highest level of care possible while treating every patient with respect, compassion, and honesty.
Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the operating room. It shapes every interaction, every treatment recommendation, and every investment we make in technology, training, and patient experience.
We believe patients deserve access to advanced diagnostics, leading surgical techniques, and a team that takes the time to listen, educate, and guide them through every step of their journey.
That commitment led to the opening of St. Michael’s Surgery Center in 2001 and continues to drive our mission today: providing exceptional vision care, outstanding outcomes, and an experience that earns the trust of every patient we serve.
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- American Medical Association
- Florida Medical Association
- American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
- Academy of Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
Professional Certifications
- LenSx Laser Cataract Surgery
- LASIK Vision Correction
