Summary

Dr. James Knowles is an ophthalmologist with expertise in preventative medicine who has practiced for over four decades. He earned his medical degree from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center. His extensive 42-year career reflects deep experience in comprehensive eye care and vision preservation. Dr. Knowles is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Knowles practices at Stahl Vision Inc and Eye Laser And Surgery Center in Dayton, Ohio, and maintains an affiliation with Kettering Health Main Campus. He specializes in treating cataracts, posterior capsule opacity, and glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, while he also provides comprehensive eye exams for patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 42 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Wilford Hall Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Roy Knowles has 2 locations

Stahl Vision Inc

4235 Indian Ripple Rd Ste 100Dayton, OH 45440
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Laser And Surgery Center

4235 INDIAN RIPPLE RD STE 110DAYTON, OH 45440
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James Roy Knowles, MDDr. Jeffrey Bloom, DODr. Erin Veronica NewsomeDr. Susheel Suhas Kakde
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyPreventative MedicinePreventative Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
42 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 53 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 English
Dayton , OHCenterville , OHTroy , OHDayton , OH
Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine Med School: Alabama College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: B J Medical College Pune
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Roy Knowles

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Devoted Health
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ohio Health Choice
  • Optum Health
  • OSU Health Plan
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Roy Knowles has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Roy Knowles has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Preventative Medicine
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wilford Hall Medical Center

Medical School

Mayo Clinic Alix School Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. James Knowles accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. James Knowles's office located?
Dr. James Knowles's office is located at 4235 Indian Ripple Rd Ste 100, Dayton, OH, 45440.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Knowles affiliated with?
Dr. James Knowles is affiliated with Kettering Health Main Campus.
Is Dr. James Knowles accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. James Knowles speak?
Dr. James Knowles speaks English and Spanish.

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