Summary

Dr. Kidane Assefa is an ophthalmologist and internal medicine physician with 28 years of experience providing comprehensive eye care and general medical services. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine, building a strong foundation in both specialized eye care and broader internal medicine practice. His dual specialty training allows him to address both complex eye conditions and related health concerns that may affect vision.

Dr. Assefa practices at Schneider Regional Medical Center in St Thomas, VI, where he focuses on treating serious eye conditions including glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma. He also provides cataract treatment for patients experiencing clouded vision. His expertise includes performing dilated eye exams and retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Assefa highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his comprehensive approach to eye care.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kidane H Assefa

  • AARP
  • APWU
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kidane H Assefa has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kidane H Assefa has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virgin Islands, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Kidane Assefa affiliated with?
Dr. Kidane Assefa is affiliated with Schneider Regional Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Kidane Assefa's office located?
Dr. Kidane Assefa's office is located at 9048 Sugar Est, St Thomas, VI, 00802.
Is Dr. Kidane Assefa accepting new patients?
Dr. Kidane Assefa has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Kidane Assefa accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Kidane Assefa accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Kidane Assefa has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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