Summary

Dr. James Cole is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the eyes and vision. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. With 35 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Cole brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Cole practices at multiple locations throughout El Paso, Texas, and Las Cruces, New Mexico, with affiliations at Lee Memorial Hospital. He focuses on treating cataracts, glaucoma, and posterior capsule opacity. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Dr. Cole also performs YAG laser capsulotomy to help restore clear vision. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 on Vitals.

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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35 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
El Paso , TXWebster , TXWebster , TXEl Paso , TX
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine
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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 Texas and New Mexico.

Medical License

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

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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