Summary

Dr. Donald Downer is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 24 years to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine, where he also completed his fellowship in 2007. His residency training included experience at both Roanoke Memorial Community Hospital in 2003 and the University of Florida College of Medicine in 2006. Dr. Downer is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Downer practices at Clay Eye Physicians in Jacksonville, Florida, and maintains affiliations with Ascension Saint Vincents Riverside Hospital and Shands Healthcare. He specializes in treating common vision problems such as astigmatism and cataracts, along with various corneal diseases. His expertise includes performing cataract surgery and providing comprehensive eye examinations. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 24 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of Florida College of Medicine
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Clay Eye Physicians

11790 San Jose BlvdJacksonville, FL 32223
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
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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24 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 58 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Jacksonville , FLCRESTVIEW , FLJacksonville , FLOrange Park , FL
Med School: University of Florida College of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Miami
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Donald M Downer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • BCBS
  • Champ VA
  • Cigna
  • Coventry
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicare/Medicare Replacement
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare
  • VSP/VCP/Eyemed
  • Workers Comp

Medical Specialties

Dr. Donald M Downer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Donald M Downer has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Florida College of Medicine2007

Residency

University of Florida College of Medicine2006
Roanike Memorial Community Hospital2003

Medical School

University of Florida College of MedicineGraduated in 2002

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Donald Downer's office located?
Dr. Donald Downer's office is located at 11790 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32223.
What languages does Dr. Donald Downer speak?
Dr. Donald Downer speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Donald Downer affiliated with?
Dr. Donald Downer is affiliated with Ascension Saint Vincents Riverside Hospital and Shands Healthcare.
Does Dr. Donald Downer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Donald Downer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Donald Downer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Donald Downer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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