Summary

Dr. James Vander is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and back of the eye. He earned his medical degree from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at University of Michigan Health System. With 42 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Vander brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He speaks both Spanish and English.

Dr. Vander practices at multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including Plymouth Meeting, Newtown Square, Philadelphia, and Cherry Hill. He is affiliated with Temple Health Chestnut Hill Hospital and several other respected medical centers. His expertise focuses on age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and posterior vitreous detachment. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, as well as anti-VEGF treatments for retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 42 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Michigan Health System
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Franklin Vander has 9 locations

Mid Atlantic Retina

4060 Butler Pike Ste 200Plymouth Mtng, PA 19462
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mid Atlantic Retina

3855 West Chester Pike Ste 260Newtown Square, PA 19073
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mid Atlantic Retina

840 Walnut St Ste 1020Philadelphia, PA 19107
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mid Atlantic Retina

8 Ranoldo TerCherry Hill, NJ 08034
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital

1600 Haddon AveCamden, NJ 08103

Holy Redeemer Hospital

1648 Huntingdon PikeMeadowbrook, PA 19046

Wills Eye Hospital

840 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James Franklin Vander, MDDr. Leonard Harold Ginsburg, MDDr. Michael Kresloff, MDDr. Steven Vale, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
3.5 
4.9 
42 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Plymouth Mtng , PASpringfield , PACollingswood , NJScranton , PA
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Franklin Vander

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • APWU
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Franklin Vander has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Franklin Vander has the following 13 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Michigan Health System

Medical School

University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. James Vander affiliated with?
Dr. James Vander is affiliated with Temple Health Chestnut Hill Hospital.
Does Dr. James Vander accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Vander accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. James Vander speak?
Dr. James Vander speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. James Vander accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Vander has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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