Summary

Dr. James Cole is an ophthalmologist who graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. With 35 years of experience in eye care, he specializes in treating complex eye conditions and performing vision-restoring procedures. Dr. Cole speaks English and brings more than three decades of expertise to his practice.

Dr. Cole is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout El Paso, Texas, and Las Cruces, New Mexico. He focuses on treating cataracts, glaucoma, and posterior capsule opacity. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients rate Dr. Cole 3.5 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 24 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. James Dwight Cole has 7 locations

Southwestern Eye Institute - Common Drive

1400 Common DrEl Paso, TX 79936
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Southwest Eye Institute

2301 Saturn CirLas Cruces, NM 88012
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

Desert Peaks Surgery Center

1131 MALL DR STE ALAS CRUCES, NM 88011
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

Southwestern Eye Center Las Cruces

2030 S Solano DrLas Cruces, NM 88001
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

The Cataract And Glaucoma Center

4171 N MESA ST STE D100EL PASO, TX 79902
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

Southwest Eye Institute

150 S Resler DrEl Paso, TX 79912
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

Southwest Eye Institute

9235 Dyer StEl Paso, TX 79924
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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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
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35 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
El Paso , TXWebster , TXWebster , TXEl Paso , TX
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Dwight Cole

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Davis Vision
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Premier Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Dwight Cole has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Dwight Cole has the following 24 areas of expertise

  • Age-related vision loss (Presbyopia)
  • Astigmatism
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Far-sightedness (Hyperopia)
  • Glaucoma
  • Graves Disease (Thyroid Eye Disease)
  • Iridocyclitis
  • Keratitis
  • Laser Eye Surgery (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Near Sightedness (Myopia)
  • Ocular Hypertension
  • Optic Nerve inflammation (Optic Neuritis)
  • Orbital Cellulitis
  • Pink eye (Conjunctivitis)
  • Refractive Errors
  • Uveitis (Sympathetic Ophthalmia)
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. James Dwight Cole holds an active medical license in the states of New Mexico and Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Mexico that expires in 2028 and an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Cole's NPI number is 1033108931.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Cole's office located?
Dr. James Cole's office is located at 1400 Common Dr, El Paso, TX, 79936.
What languages does Dr. James Cole speak?
Dr. James Cole speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Cole affiliated with?
Dr. James Cole is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Cole?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Cole here on Vitals.
Does Dr. James Cole accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Cole has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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