Dr. Joseph
Boss

Dr. Boss completed his ophthalmology residency at Kresge Eye Institute – Wayne State University, where he served as chief resident. He then completed his 2-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation – Cole Eye Institute. At the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Boss received emphasis training in both pediatric retinal surgery and ocular inflammation (uveitis). As a uveitis specialist, he is a member of the American Uveitis Society. He is board certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology and is also a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists.

Dr. Boss is passionate about research and teaching and has been appointed as adjunct clinical professor at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. In addition, he received the Excellence in Teaching award by the Cleveland Clinic Foundation – Cole Eye Institute. He has published 25 peer-reviewed articles, is a sub-investigator in clinical trials, has authored numerous book chapters, and has presented at 22 national and international conferences. 

His specific interests include macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, macular surgery, complex retinal detachment repair, surgical pediatric retina, complex lens fixation, and uveitis/ocular inflammatory disorders. Dr. Boss is uniquely specialized in west Michigan for these conditions and is committed to providing expert and compassionate care to his patients.