Summary

Dr. Peter Mellema is an ophthalmologist who brings 22 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School, establishing a strong foundation in eye care and vision health. His expertise focuses on comprehensive ophthalmology, helping patients maintain and restore their sight through both medical and surgical treatments.

Dr. Mellema practices at multiple locations including Edina, Saint Louis Park, and Duluth, Minnesota, with hospital affiliations at Essentia Health Duluth. He specializes in treating cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and posterior vitreous detachment. His surgical skills include cataract surgery, while he also performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Mellema highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Minnesota Medical School
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Peter Andrew Mellema has 3 locations

Southdale Eye Clinic

6533 Drew Ave SEdina, MN 55435
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
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Surgical Specialty Center Of Minnesota

6099 WAYZATA BLVD STE 300SAINT LOUIS PARK, MN 55416
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Peter Andrew Mellema, MDDr. Robert Stuart Warshawsky, MDDr. Erin Gayle Leverentz, MDDr. Evan Anthony Ballard, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
22 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Edina , MNMinneapolis , MNEdina , MNStillwater , MN
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: The University Of Texas School Of Medicine At San Antonio
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Andrew Mellema

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • PreferredOne
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UCare - HMO
  • UCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter Andrew Mellema has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter Andrew Mellema has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 2004

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Peter Mellema's office located?
Dr. Peter Mellema's office is located at 6533 Drew Ave S, Edina, MN, 55435.
Does Dr. Peter Mellema accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Peter Mellema has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Peter Mellema accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Peter Mellema affiliated with?
Dr. Peter Mellema is affiliated with Essentia Health Duluth.
Does Dr. Peter Mellema accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Peter Mellema accepts on their Vitals profile.

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