Summary

Dr. James Meador is an ophthalmologist with nearly six decades of experience in eye care. He completed his medical education at the University of Missouri Columbia School of Medicine and went on to complete his residency training at St. Louis University Hospital. With 59 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Meador has developed extensive expertise in treating complex eye conditions.

Dr. Meador practices in Phoenix, Arizona, where he focuses on conditions affecting the retina and vision clarity. He treats age-related macular degeneration, which can cause central vision loss, and posterior vitreous detachment, a common condition where the gel inside the eye separates from the retina. His practice also addresses posterior capsule opacity, often called secondary cataracts. Dr. Meador performs advanced diagnostic procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to examine eye structures in detail, as well as YAG laser capsulotomy to restore clear vision. Patients rate him 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 59 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • St Louis University Hospital
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Ruel Meador has 2 locations

Arizona Ophthalmic Outpatient Surgery

300 E Osborn Rd Ste 102Phoenix, AZ 85012
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Meador James Jr Office

3700 N 24TH ST STE 150PHOENIX, AZ 85016
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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4.8 
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59 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Phoenix , AZPhoenix , AZPhoenix , AZPhoenix , AZ
Med School: University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Ruel Meador

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Ruel Meador has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Ruel Meador has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

59 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Louis University Hospital

Medical School

University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine
University Of Missouri Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1967

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