Summary

Dr. James Murphy is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 57 years to providing comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Louis University Hospital. His extensive experience spans nearly six decades of caring for patients with various eye conditions. Dr. Murphy is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Murphy practices at multiple locations throughout Missouri, including Saint Joseph, Chillicothe, and Cameron, with his primary affiliation at Hedrick Medical Center. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His expertise includes advanced procedures such as anti-VEGF treatments for retinal conditions, comprehensive retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography for detailed eye examinations.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 57 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Louis University Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Andrew Murphy has 3 locations

Murphy Watson Burr Eye Center

5202 Faraon StSaint Joseph, MO 64506
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

Murphy Watson Burr Eye Center

2005 Washington StChillicothe, MO 64601
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James Andrew Murphy, MDDr. Richard Alan Watson, MDDr. Andrea Leigh Bock-Kunz, MDDr. Scott Andrew Murphy, MD
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57 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Portuguese, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Saint Joseph , MOSaint Joseph , MOKansas City , MOCameron , MO
Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Andrew Murphy

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Andrew Murphy has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Andrew Murphy has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

57 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Louis University Hospital

Medical School

Creighton University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1969

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