Summary

Dr. Egbert Saavedra is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating diseases and conditions affecting the eye and vision. He earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 26 years. Dr. Saavedra is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Saavedra is affiliated with Carondelet Saint Joseph's Hospital and practices at multiple Retina Associates locations throughout Tucson and Green Valley, Arizona. He focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His expertise includes performing optical coherence tomography, retinal imaging, and anti-VEGF treatments to help preserve and improve patients' vision. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Egbert Saavedra has 4 locations

Retina Associates

6561 E Carondelet DrTucson, AZ 85710
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Associates

1055 N La Canada Dr Ste 103Green Valley, AZ 85614
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Associates

6130 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 230Tucson, AZ 85741
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Associates

7470 N Oracle Rd Ste 100Tucson, AZ 85704
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
26 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Tucson , AZTucson , AZTucson , AZTucson , AZ
Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Mc Master Univ Sch Of Med Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Egbert Saavedra

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Egbert Saavedra has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Egbert Saavedra has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Virginia Commonwealth University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2000

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Dr. Egbert Saavedra's office is located at 6561 E Carondelet Dr, Tucson, AZ, 85710.
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