Christopher S.
Sales
MD, MPH

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Ophthalmologist
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Associate Professor
  • Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
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Iowa River Landing
105 East 9th Street
Coralville, IA 52241
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University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
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About Christopher S. Sales

Patients are at the center of what we do in ophthalmology. They are our lifeblood, our family. It is our privilege not only to take care of them and to educate them about their health, but most of all, to get to know them as people.
- Christopher S. Sales

Related Information

Training and Education

Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology

The Medical Board of New York

The Medical Board of Iowa

Visian ICL, VISX, Intralase, LenSx, ORA, Ngenuity

Memberships

American Academy of Ophthalmology

Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology

Eye Bank Association of America

American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Paton Society

Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Society

Cornea Society

Degrees

MD, Tufts University, School of Medicine, Boston

MPH, Tufts University, School of Medicine, Boston

BA, International Relations, Brown University, Providence, R.I.

Residencies

Medical Internship, Internal Medicine, Harvard University Beth Israel Deaconness Medical Center, Boston

Ophthalmology, Stanford University Hospitals & Clinics, Palo Alto, Calif.

Fellowships

Cornea and External Disease, Complex Anterior Segment Surgery, Devers Eye Institute, Portland, Ore.

Refractive Surgery, Joint Warfighter Refractive Surgery Center, Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio

Ratings

The number of stars is an average of all responses to provider-related questions from Press Ganey patient satisfaction surveys. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. About our ratings.

Patient comments

Unlike other visits with this doctor he seemed very rushed and only corfirmed that I did need the surgery and set u- a future appontment
July 27, 2023
Dr. Sales, Lisa, and his other nurse who went out of their way to perform my surgery on their day off after hospital equipment malfunctioned on my initial surgery day.
July 27, 2023
Wonderful experience!!
July 27, 2023
The kind, sincere, and respectful care I received.
July 27, 2023
Ease of accessing your clinic and the people we worked with were very good.
July 27, 2023
It's been a long ride but we are getting to the end of my care. Dr Sales has been attentive and helpful all the way through. I have complete confidence in his care.
July 25, 2023
Dr Sales was friendly and has a fine ability to share his knowledge.
July 20, 2023
Friendliness and professionalism
July 20, 2023
The day was perfect from people, to surgery, to care team, to escorts, to the doctors who answered all our questions and explained everything. Surgical team was very concerned about my comfort, told me what was happening and asked me how I felt. Everyone introduced themselves every time I meant them.
July 20, 2023
The doctor and staff were great it was just when they spoke to each other I did not need to know but it made me want to know. Anyway not a big deal but you asked.I would not trade the care I have received at UIHC for treatment anywhere. Thanks
July 17, 2023
I am back to 20/20 vision on the right side! Dr. Sales demystified what could have been a stressful process, and his recommendation of a toric lens gave resplendent results. My implant has better distance and astigmatic correction than my preexisting distance glasses from before the 2022 retinal surgery.
July 12, 2023
Dr. Sales is very good in all aspects.
July 10, 2023
Dr Sales is wonderful and we fully discussed my treatment options for my fuchs corneal dystrophy.
July 8, 2023
Everyone explains things, no long waits. Feel like I'm in the very best place for eye care
July 7, 2023
Dr Sales was very knowledgeable, however after waiting 45 minutes he came into the room & starting going over stuff with me & then started texting on his phone. He seemed rushed & in a hurry later his nurse informed me he had a plane to catch. His male nurse spent more time with than he did. The text could have waited.
July 7, 2023
All good no bad
July 5, 2023
Discussing steps to improve the problem
July 5, 2023
Everything was handled very quickly and thoroughly.
July 5, 2023
They all knew what they were doing
July 5, 2023
How caring everybody was
July 5, 2023
Very happy with Dr.Sales and his staff .
July 5, 2023
Great experience.
July 5, 2023
Great news from doctor
July 5, 2023
Everyone seemed polite and conventional.
July 4, 2023
All Excell at what they do in all areas or concerns
June 30, 2023
Told I didn't need surgery right away like the prior appointment
June 30, 2023
Dr. Sales is very thorough once he is in the exam room.
June 22, 2023
Dr Sales is an excellent doctor in all aspects except for promptness and timelines.
June 22, 2023
Thorough, timely, and very efficient.
June 22, 2023
I know the Dr.s have a great reputation.
June 20, 2023
Dr Sales and staff were excellent. It's the 7 months it took to complete the surgeries that I have issues with.
June 20, 2023
Non stressful
June 13, 2023
Dr Sales and the nurse anesthetist both considered my needs and made the cataract procedure as comfortable as possible
June 13, 2023
I don't trust myself let alone someone taking me eye
June 13, 2023
The friendliness of everyone I saw.
June 7, 2023
Care and concern I received
June 7, 2023
Having trouble finding our way in and out but people were very helpful.
June 7, 2023
Good service and very satisfying outcome!
June 6, 2023
The provider did a good job, and, I was satisfied with his explanations and views.
June 6, 2023
Good
June 4, 2023
Love my new Dr. Doesn't provide criticism & attitude was great.
June 4, 2023
Very good clinicians
May 31, 2023
Very Pleased with the above all.
May 30, 2023
ER care very good
May 30, 2023
We got excellent care on sunday
May 30, 2023
Great doctors
May 30, 2023
The person who obtained visual acuity from eye chart was very personable and easy to talk to and made a very good first impression as being the first person encountered in the clinic during eye exam.
May 29, 2023
I felt secure and safe. Very professional & thoughtful service.
May 21, 2023
The doctor is phenomenal. He's very thorough with information & answering questions. Genuinely concerned for the patient.
May 21, 2023
Everyone helpful and positive attitude
May 17, 2023
Always very considerate.
May 16, 2023
Everyone was kind, professional, informative, helpful. It was all good.
May 16, 2023
Dr. Christopher Sales instilled confidence in the care he provided. I look forward to working with him in future as needed.
May 16, 2023
I felt he was hurried/behind schedule and didn't ask or check my retina condition (previous issue). He did suggest treatment for dry eyelids.
May 16, 2023
Dr saved me a trip back by taking the laxer and removing the film the same day. Wait time was minimal. Excellent visit !! Thanks
May 9, 2023
Dr. Sales seems to genuinely care.
April 27, 2023
Last visit was the most time efficient appointment I have experienced. Very minimal wait times compared to previous visits.
April 27, 2023
The care the people had for my condition.
April 25, 2023
Excellent explanations! Great team.
April 25, 2023
Being treated with respect by everyone.
April 25, 2023
Dr. Sales explains and discusses treatment plan very thoroughly so we understand the plan -- and we truly appreciate this!
April 21, 2023
Dr. Sales always explains the issues and asks if we have questions. We appreciate his knowledge! The "entire team" also displays professionalism and respect for the patient!
April 21, 2023
I appreciate that Dr. Sales is very efficient during out visits and is very evidently concerned with his patients' wellbeing. He remembered personal details from our previous visits which made me feel very welcome and valued as a patient.
April 13, 2023
I like Dr. Sales a lot. But he was late getting to the room. If there was an emergency, he should have explained that. I understand that happens.
April 13, 2023
Made me feel at ease during testing, talking about condition, overall felt I wasn't just a number
April 11, 2023
Meeting with Dr Sales is always a highlight
April 4, 2023
Dr Sales is fantastic. I highly recommend him to others
April 4, 2023
The kindness, respect, information, from every individual I came in contact with. Wonderful facility! Thank you
March 28, 2023
Dr. Sales is just incredible, I feel so very fortunate to have been able to establish care with him. He is a kind, compassionate, intelligent, human.
March 28, 2023
Everyone was very professional and showed concern for my eye care. We found that the assistant and doctor were very excellent in their care and knowledgeable about my condition
March 28, 2023
I am so happy and thankful to have seen Dr. Sales for Fuch's Corneal Dystrophy. He is very knowledgeable about this condition and gave me good information and reassurance.
March 8, 2023
Everyone was so helpful and concerned. I did not have to wait an inordinate amount of time to be seen from when I initially scheduled my appt. And the procedure they scheduled will be done much sooner than I would expect. Good turn around time! Also, my concerns were taken seriously and although my condition is not common the doctor and assistant were very knowledgeable. Thank you for a great experience!
March 8, 2023
Friendly, sincere people. Concern for my general well being.
March 7, 2023
Primarily: the information and knowledge of the Intended operation and it consequences!
February 27, 2023
Minimal wait time
February 27, 2023
Very pleased with the visit.
February 27, 2023
It was all good.
February 22, 2023
Dr. Sales, but his nurse was a close second!
February 13, 2023
Dr. Sales was great. I appreciated the time he devoted to asking me questions and giving me answers. This was my first appointment with him and I was very impressed.
February 13, 2023
Wonderful Doctors and staff
February 8, 2023
Come if for 25 years now you guys are great
February 6, 2023
Very professional!
February 6, 2023
Qualifications of the doctor
January 31, 2023
Several people looking and learning about my particular problem
January 31, 2023
Doctors are always very nice and listen to all my current concerns and explain what is going on and more helping to decide what is the best path both medically and financially weighing all possible options.
January 27, 2023
Great news
January 26, 2023
It was evident Dr. Sales was looking at my past history and future needs. Waiting for more information from my past providers to help come up with a diagnosis and treatment plan Individually tailored to me.
January 24, 2023
Provided hope that more can be done with my eye sight.
January 24, 2023
So far very good
January 24, 2023
Very courteous and helpful. Very informative.
January 24, 2023
Very professional. Answered questions clearly and concisely.
January 24, 2023
My time was valued. Everything was on time and efficient
January 19, 2023
VERY PERSONAL YOUNG MAN AND FEEL CONFIDENT OF HIS KNOWLEDGE OF MY EYE PROBLEM.
January 18, 2023
I HAVE LIKED THE IOWA RIVER LANDING CLINIC RIGHT FROM THE START [...]
January 18, 2023
Everyone was very friendly, supportive and professional.
January 10, 2023
Friendliness
January 10, 2023
Quality of care
January 5, 2023
Competence and professionalism of all providers and staff
December 27, 2022
Has fast and efficient they were. I still have follow up and healing to do but have confidence in my team.
December 22, 2022
Dr Sales is very friendly and knowledgeable. I am very luck to have him as a provider. We drive 90 minutes to see him one way. I even decided to see him and he is in a high insurance tier! U of I is lucky to have him.
December 22, 2022
No delays
December 22, 2022
Dr. Sales was very good as a doctor and really helped me .
December 20, 2022
The time taken by Dr. Sales to listen to my concerns and give me thorough explanations.
December 14, 2022
It was a very good experience in every way.
December 6, 2022
Excellent skill by Dr. Sales. Nurse was awesome!
November 24, 2022
Very efficient visit.
November 24, 2022
Felt doctor was right in making the correct diagnosis on what I needed.
November 23, 2022
Excellent doctor and staff.
November 17, 2022
I am very satisfied.
November 17, 2022
Dr. Sales is the BEST!
November 7, 2022
Dr. Sales knowledge and ease of sharing that with us.
October 25, 2022
Dr Sales professionalism and emanating confidence
October 25, 2022
Timing, very little in between waits during the appointment.
October 25, 2022
Very good at explaining my options going forward and what to consider between now and my next visit.
October 25, 2022
Educational component. Consideration as a person. Records well kept.
October 18, 2022
Not much time involved in determining any issues that might be occurring, although he did explain there was not a great deal of change, deterioration in my eyes.
October 18, 2022
Dr Salas was apologetic for the long wait. He understood my problem and suggested a solution.
October 13, 2022
Doctor seems humble yet extremely intelligent.
October 5, 2022
For a new doctor, he made a great first impression. Very happy.
October 5, 2022
Wonderful care
September 27, 2022
Very nice staff and very helpful. They are the best
September 27, 2022
Dr sales is a caring individual and he provides the best care for his patients.
September 27, 2022
Confidence in medical knowledge
September 22, 2022
The doctor was very knowledgeable.
September 14, 2022
Dr Sales explained what needed to be done. That he could not do it and why he couldn't do it. I liked his honesty.
September 13, 2022
The only thing limiting the likelihood of my recommending this care provider to others would be the excessive wait time.
September 1, 2022
Dr. Sales was very courteous and answered my questions! I would recommend him to anyone concerning their eyes, he is very knowledgeable! Very pleasant to be with!
August 30, 2022
Friendliness and knowledge of the entire practice
August 16, 2022
Dr. Salas is great. The wait times have to be addressed. It's consistently long every visit
August 16, 2022
Very good
August 13, 2022
The doctor was quite personable
August 13, 2022
Doctors and staff were all very accommodating
August 9, 2022
Expertise of providerFriendliness and efficiency of staff.
August 9, 2022
Great doctor
July 26, 2022
The doctor & staff were very informative.
July 18, 2022
They answered all problems
July 14, 2022
The Doctor did an excellent job on my actual Surgery !! De is obviously very talented. But, I'm too impatient to tolerate how terribly overwhelmed he must be to require a 2 to 3 hour wait time.
July 12, 2022
Being talked with rather than talked at
July 8, 2022
Dr are competent
July 5, 2022
Dr. Sales was very scientific in his approach; inspired confidence.
July 5, 2022
Mostly punctual. No long waits.
July 5, 2022
Spent little time with me. Seemed hurried to move along.
July 5, 2022
I assume De. Sales was somewhat hurried because he was running an hour late. He was a little abrupt at first, but apologized and continued with a bit more patience.
July 1, 2022
I had a great experience with Dr. Sales and his team. I like his no fuss attitude and how he is very direct. He's very blunt to the point and doesn't waste your time.
June 29, 2022
Confidence in Dr. salas
June 28, 2022
Dr. Sales is a very good physician both his skills, knowledge and interpersonal skills
June 28, 2022
Dr. Sales and his fellow were both great. I hate to see his fellow graduate and move on, but that is the nature of an educational facility.
June 28, 2022
Taking care of my needs
June 21, 2022
I love Dr. Sales! I would have him implant an iris in both of my eyes in a few weeks if he could procure irises sooner than approximately ten weeks. I would trust him to do anything!
June 18, 2022
I can say nothing but good about Dr. Sales! He was wonderful and I would recommend him to friends! He total eliminated any anxiety I felt because of past experiences with the University when I was young and the Common Rule hadn't been passed yet.
June 18, 2022
Excellent care given by Dr Sales.
June 14, 2022
Dr Sales and his expert care for my eye problems.
June 14, 2022
Really liked Dr. .Sales
May 31, 2022
Dr Sakes is always patient, thorough and a good listener.
May 10, 2022
Great communication overall
April 22, 2022
I was very impressed with Dr Sales
April 22, 2022
-I am 73 years old and this was the best health care consultation that I have ever had.
April 21, 2022
Care and concern for patient
April 20, 2022
Always concerned.
April 19, 2022
Dr Salas is an excellent doctor.
April 19, 2022
Improved vision
April 14, 2022
Dr. Sales is THE BEST! I am so grateful he moved to this area. His care and concern have been superb, and I am seeing better than I have in 60 years!
April 10, 2022
Confidence in the provider
April 5, 2022
Doctor explaining options
March 29, 2022
Professional expertise and clear explanation of medical issues
March 25, 2022
I am pleased with the expertise and professional interaction with the doctor
March 25, 2022
I appreciate all the help Dr. Sales has given me to cure me.
March 9, 2022
Dr and assistant were top notch.
March 9, 2022
The best thing about my visit was that Dr. Sales' knowledge of my diagnosis.
March 7, 2022
Dr. Sales appeared very competent and understanding in regard to my diagnosis. I would recommend him to friends and family. Thank you for seeing me.
March 7, 2022
Everyone was so nice.
March 7, 2022
Interaction with staff and physician.
March 2, 2022
Dr Sales expertise and his clear explanation of my husbands eye exam
February 28, 2022
Dr. Sales genuinely cares about my eyes and I can tell he will do whatever we need to do.
February 21, 2022
It's all good
February 14, 2022
The people and the relief I felt to be taken care of at this clinic.
February 2, 2022
Procedure was done, I was prepared for the surgery coming the next day and we were able to get home safely.
February 2, 2022
Dr. Sales is amazing. His help also handle any issues that I was having.
January 25, 2022
Keep up the good work you're doing a good job
January 18, 2022
Everybody there is so kind and they have your best interest at their heart and soul
January 18, 2022
[name] is 15 and Dr. Sales spoke directly to him which was nice. It made [name] feel very comfortable!
January 17, 2022
The relief of knowing I will be taken care of in the best way possible with the latest equipment in the latest techniques
January 17, 2022
Everything went well. Easy to get to, etc.
January 12, 2022
Friendlyness of everyone
January 10, 2022
The kindness and caring expressed by everyone we encountered.l
December 18, 2021
The doctor by far! Big props to him and I hope that you know he is bar fair the best eye doctor that I've been to! 10/10 would recommend him to my friends and family.
December 15, 2021
I loved my doctor. He was extremely honest and extremely knowledgeable about everything I had concerns about. He talked about the pros and cons of my procedure and in detail describe how the procedure would go. I am honestly luck to of had him as my doctor and will definitely be recommending him to anyone who needs lasik surgery!
December 15, 2021
Very personable, very clear explantion
December 13, 2021
Quality professional care provided.
December 11, 2021
Meeting the provider and hearing his explanation of the problem I have been experiencing.
December 11, 2021
Dr Sales is very knowledgeable, informative, and helpful for me to understand my condition
November 29, 2021
Nurse and doctor both very impressive and helpful.
November 22, 2021
Dr.Sales has a very resume. Wife and I very impressed.
November 22, 2021
Dr Sales and his staff
November 22, 2021
Very kind and compAssionate
November 21, 2021
Very knowledgeable and friendly
November 15, 2021
Dr Sales is great to see. He is thorough and caring. I have a lot of confidence in his ability as a medical professional.
November 10, 2021
I love my doctor.
November 8, 2021
Good
November 8, 2021
The doctor and entire staff was focused on finding a reason for my problem.
November 4, 2021
The doctor
October 28, 2021
Dr Sales knowledge and expertise
October 26, 2021
Dr. Sales
October 21, 2021
The doctor was very informative with his information about my problem. He offered the solution and the pros & cons of surgery.
October 14, 2021
Excellent doctor
October 12, 2021
Wonderful experience with Dr. Sales.
October 12, 2021
I greatly appreciated being informed of what to expect in the future.
October 12, 2021
Very competent doctor.
October 7, 2021
Dr Sales was very knowledgeable about what was going on. I was caught by surprise by the serious nature and it was hard to make decisions. I did not grasp what he was saying until I got home and read the paper with an explanation. I am still a bit in shock
October 5, 2021
Dr. Sales
August 9, 2021
I'm very confident when Dr Sales treats me. Very thorough. Just a fantastic doctor.
August 9, 2021
I cannot say enough good things @ Dr. Sales and his primary assistant, Lisa Leave. They have always been there for me.
July 27, 2021
Doctor is caring
July 8, 2021