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Summary
Dr. James Davison is an ophthalmologist who brings five decades of experience to eye care. He earned his medical degree from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Mayo Clinic and Medical School. His extensive background in ophthalmology spans 50 years of dedicated practice. Dr. Davison is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Davison practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa, including West Des Moines, Marshalltown, Des Moines, and Grinnell. He maintains affiliations with several respected healthcare systems, including UnityPoint Health and MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. His practice locations include Wolfe Eye Clinic facilities as well as positions at various UnityPoint Health hospitals across central Iowa. Patients can find him at locations in West Des Moines, Marshalltown, Des Moines, and Grinnell.
Dr. Davison practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa, including West Des Moines, Marshalltown, Des Moines, and Grinnell. He maintains affiliations with several respected healthcare systems, including UnityPoint Health and MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. His practice locations include Wolfe Eye Clinic facilities as well as positions at various UnityPoint Health hospitals across central Iowa. Patients can find him at locations in West Des Moines, Marshalltown, Des Moines, and Grinnell.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 50 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Mayo Clinic And Medical School
- 1 specialty
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Arthur Davison has 7 locationsWolfe Eye Clinic
6200 Westown PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266 Tel: (515) 223-8685
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
Wolfe Eye Clinic
309 E Church StMarshalltown, IA 50158 Tel: (641) 754-6200
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
Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital
1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266 Tel: (515) 343-1000
Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316 Tel: (515) 263-5612
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| Dr. James Arthur Davison, MD | Dr. Derek Bitner, MD | Dr. Christina Lea Gillmor, MD | Dr. Reid Philip Turner, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 50 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| West Des Moines , IA | West Des Moines , IA | Hiawatha , IA | West Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine | Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: University Of Iowa |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Arthur Davison
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Arthur Davison has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Arthur Davison has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Dr. James Arthur Davison holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Mayo Clinic And Medical School.
Medical School
Graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine in 1976.
NPI Number
Dr. Davison's NPI number is 1104818996.
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- Where is Dr. James Davison's office located?
- Dr. James Davison's office is located at 6200 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, 50266.
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- What languages does Dr. James Davison speak?
- Dr. James Davison speaks English and Spanish.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Davison affiliated with?
- Dr. James Davison is affiliated with UnityPoint Health, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Unitypoint Health Grinnell Regional Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Methodist West Hospital, and Unitypoint Health Marshalltown.
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