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Peter A. Ririe, MD

Diplomate American Board of Ophthalmology

General Ophthalmology

Diabetic Eye Treatment

Routine Vision Screenings

Contacts and Glasses

Surgical Treatment of Glaucoma

Surgical Treatment of Cataracts

Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery

Brigham Young University, Bachelor of Science

John Peter Smith Hospital, Internship

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Ophthalmology Residency

American Fork Hospital

Riverwoods Surgery Center

Timp View Surgical Center

English

Armenian

Meet Dr. Ririe

As a comprehensive ophthalmologist, Peter Ririe, MD, Cares for a wide range of ocular diseases for patients of all ages. Dr. Ririe specializes in providing general ophthalmology care for numerous eye conditions including glaucoma, diabetes, ocular trauma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. He has been extensively trained to evaluate and perform state of the art cataract surgery and is certified to perform femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery. Dr. Ririe has experience using premium astigmatism and presbyopia correcting intraocular lenses allowing many patients to achieve greater freedom from glasses.

Learn More About Dr. Ririe

Dr. Ririe received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Brigham Young University. He completed both his medical schooling and residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. He also completed a combined medical/surgical internship at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Ririe has been intimately involved in clinical research and diabetic retinopathy and laser assisted cataract surgery.

Dr. Peter Ririe is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and the Association of Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.

“As ophthalmologists, we can have a meaningful impact on our patient’s quality of life. Some of the surgeries we perform can result in improved vision, literally overnight.” –Dr. Peter Ririe

On a personal note…

Dr. Ririe was born and raised in Provo, Utah. He and his wife, Kathleen, have four children. Dr. Ririe speaks fluent Armenian. In his free time, he loves spending time with his family, barbecuing, and enjoying the outdoors.

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Julie

Everyone was very courteous and friendly. Doctor Schmutz and his nurse took time to explain everything to me. I feel confident in their knowledge and experience.

Gina

All those who attend to me, in the office, and the nurses and assistants are all friendly and kind. I trust everyone at Excel, especially Dr. Gunther.

Lynn

Dr. Gunther is the best. I have total confidence in his expertise and advise and he has a great personality.

Heidi

If you have to have an eye doctor choose this one! Professional, courteous and really cares about you as a patient.

Michael

Great people. Won't go anywhere else. Dr. Gunther is the nicest guy you'll ever meet.

Mitchell

Loved bringing my one year old here. Such a cute facility and everyone was so great with little kids. Highly recommend!

Julianne

Dr. Brad Henriksen was one of the best pediatric ophthalmologists around. With 4 kids needing vision attention he was so good with all of them! Highly recommend Dr. Henriksen!

Bethany

Efficient and Dr. Yeates was great with my daughter, the exam was thorough and it’s the first time an eye doctor has really understood my daughter’s eye issues and known what to do.

Marilyn

Dr Ricks and staff are amazing, friendly, caring and efficient! My eyes are in the best of hands.

Casey

Very pleasant and treated well at my visit. My dry eye condition has gone away since I was given instructions.

Deanna

Love everything about this place! The doctors and staff are EXCEL-lent!

Catherine

Very professional office from the reception desk to the technicians and the doctors. Highly recommend.

Kyle

This is a great office. Very friendly and efficient. I appreciate how Dr. Hatch helps my kids enjoy the check up and very approachable.

Armando

I loved this place and I will recommend this place to friends and family for their eye sight needs because they're knowledgeable and friendly.

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