Summary

Dr. James Allen is an ophthalmologist with five decades of medical experience serving patients throughout the Twin Cities area. They completed medical school at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and went on to complete residency training at the prestigious Wills Eye Institute. Dr. Allen speaks both English and Spanish, helping them connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Allen maintains hospital affiliations with Phillips Eye Institute and practices at multiple St Paul Eye Clinic locations across Roseville, West Saint Paul, Woodbury, Maplewood, and Saint Paul. They also provide services at Midwest Surgery Center in Woodbury. Patients consistently rate Dr. Allen highly for their care, with an average rating of 5.0. Their extensive experience in ophthalmology allows them to address a wide range of eye health needs for patients throughout Minnesota.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 54 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Wills Eye Institute
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. James Sidney Allen has 6 locations

St Paul Eye Clinic

2680 Snelling Ave N Ste 110Roseville, MN 55113
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St Paul Eye Clinic

200 Thompson Ave E Ste 110West Saint Paul, MN 55118
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Midwest Surgery Center

2080 Woodwinds Dr Ste 200Woodbury, MN 55125
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St Paul Eye Clinic

1675 Beam Ave Ste 100Maplewood, MN 55109
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St Paul Eye Clinic

2080 Woodwinds Dr Ste 110Woodbury, MN 55125
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:30 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

St Paul Eye Clinic Pa

1093 Grand AveSaint Paul, MN 55105

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Dr. James Sidney Allen, MDDr. Michael Thomas ChristensenDr. Visionworks St PaulDr. Visionworks Maple Grove
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOptometryOptometry
Accepts New Patients
54 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Roseville , MNMinneapolis , MNSaint Paul , MNMaple Grove , MN
Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Sidney Allen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Sidney Allen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Sidney Allen has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wills Eye Institute.

Medical School

Graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Allen's NPI number is 1235191610.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. James Allen speak?
Dr. James Allen speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. James Allen accepting new patients?
Dr. James Allen is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Allen's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. James Allen's office located?
Dr. James Allen's office is located at 2680 Snelling Ave N Ste 110, Roseville, MN, 55113.
Does Dr. James Allen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Allen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Allen affiliated with?
Dr. James Allen is affiliated with Phillips Eye Institute.

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