Summary

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.

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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 locations

Wolfe Eye Clinic

6200 Westown PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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
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

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

Unitypoint Health Marshalltown

55 Unitypoint WayMarshalltown, IA 50158

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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
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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
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Arthur Davison

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Arthur Davison has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Arthur Davison has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Astigmatism
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Pseudophakia
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Disorders
  • Vision Issues

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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