Summary

Dr. Howard Short is an ophthalmologist with nearly five decades of experience treating eye conditions and vision disorders. He earned his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center. With 48 years in practice, Dr. Short brings extensive expertise to diagnosing and managing complex eye diseases. He is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Short practices at multiple locations in Washington and Saint Louis, Missouri, and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Washington. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, two leading causes of vision loss in older adults. His practice focuses on retinal conditions and comprehensive eye examinations using advanced diagnostic tools like optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 48 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Duke University Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Howard Newton Short has 4 locations

Advanced Sight Center

1351 Jefferson St Ste 110Washington, MO 63090
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

Advanced Surgery Center LLC

12607 Olive BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63141
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Washington Surgery Center

16 Chamber DrWashington, MO 63090
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advanced Sight Center

12601 Olive BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63141
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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Dr. Howard Newton Short, MDDr. Whitney Blevins Brothers, MDDr. Robert Louis Lamberg, MDDr. Michael Stanton Korenfeld, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
4.1 
2.9 
48 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English Speaks English Speaks French, Spanish
Washington , MOChesterfield , MOEureka , MOWashington , MO
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: Saint Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Newton Short

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howard Newton Short has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howard Newton Short has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Duke University Medical Center

Medical School

St Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1978

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Howard Short accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Short?
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Where is Dr. Howard Short's office located?
Dr. Howard Short's office is located at 1351 Jefferson St Ste 110, Washington, MO, 63090.
Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Short affiliated with?
Dr. Howard Short is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Washington.
Does Dr. Howard Short accept my insurance?
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