Summary

Dr. Diane Tanabe is an ophthalmologist who brings over five decades of experience to treating eye conditions and vision problems. She earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed her residency at Regions Hospital. With 54 years of dedicated practice in eye care, Dr. Tanabe has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating complex retinal conditions. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Tanabe practices at M Health Fairview Saint Johns Hospital and maintains offices in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota. She specializes in caring for patients with age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. Her expertise includes performing optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging to get detailed views of the eye's structure, as well as providing anti-VEGF treatments to help preserve and improve vision. Patients rate Dr. Tanabe 4.4 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 54 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Regions Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Diane Sione Tanabe has 8 locations

Phillips Eye Institute

2215 Park AveMinneapolis, MN 55404

United Hospital

333 Smith Ave NSaint Paul, MN 55102

M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital

45 10th St WSaint Paul, MN 55102

Dr. Diane Sione Tanabe

280 Smith Ave N Ste 400Saint Paul, MN 55102
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Diane Sione Tanabe Md

1570 Concordia Ave Ste 200Saint Paul, MN 55104

Diane Sione Tanabe Md

386 Duke StSaint Paul, MN 55102

Lufkin Eye Clinic Pa

280 SMITH AVE N STE 506St. PAUL, MN 55102
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Phillips Eye Institute

913 E 26th StMinneapolis, MN 55404

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.4 
54 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, English
Minneapolis , MNBloomington , MNMinneapolis , MNSaint Paul , MN
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Diane Sione Tanabe

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • UCare
  • United Behavioral Health - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Diane Sione Tanabe has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Diane Sione Tanabe has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blepharospasm
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Regions Hospital

Medical School

University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 1973
University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Diane Tanabe's office located?
Dr. Diane Tanabe's office is located at 2215 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55404.
Does Dr. Diane Tanabe accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Diane Tanabe affiliated with?
Dr. Diane Tanabe is affiliated with M Health Fairview Saint Johns Hospital.
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