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Dr. James Davison is an ophthalmologist with five decades of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-related procedures. He earned his medical degree from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic and Medical School. His extensive training provides him with deep expertise in comprehensive eye care. Dr. Davison is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Davison practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa, including West Des Moines, Marshalltown, Des Moines, and Grinnell, with affiliations at UnityPoint Health facilities. He specializes in cataract treatment and performs cataract surgery with intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision. His practice also addresses conditions like high cholesterol in children and teens, and hypertension. Patients benefit from his careful approach to sedation during procedures, ensuring comfort throughout their care.
Dr. Davison practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa, including West Des Moines, Marshalltown, Des Moines, and Grinnell, with affiliations at UnityPoint Health facilities. He specializes in cataract treatment and performs cataract surgery with intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision. His practice also addresses conditions like high cholesterol in children and teens, and hypertension. Patients benefit from his careful approach to sedation during procedures, ensuring comfort throughout their care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 50 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Mayo Clinic And Medical School
- 1 specialty
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 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. Gregory Allen Christiansen, MD | Dr. Steven Craig Johnson, MD | Dr. Christopher L Haupert, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 50 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks German, Spanish, English |
| West Des Moines , IA | West Des Moines , IA | West Des Moines , IA | West Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine | Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah | 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
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Mayo Clinic And Medical School
Medical School
Mayo Clinic Alix School Of MedicineGraduated in 1976
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