4.7
20 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Overlease is an ophthalmologist with over two decades of experience providing comprehensive eye care to patients throughout Missouri. He earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and has been practicing for 23 years, developing extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions. Dr. Overlease is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Overlease is affiliated with Western Missouri Medical Center and practices at multiple locations, including Kansas City, Sedalia, and Warrensburg. He specializes in treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, and provides cataract care for patients experiencing vision difficulties. His practice focuses on essential eye health services such as comprehensive eye exams, vision testing, and tonometry to monitor eye pressure. Patients consistently rate Dr. Overlease highly for his care, with an average …rating of 4.7 out of 5.
Read More Read less Dr. Overlease is affiliated with Western Missouri Medical Center and practices at multiple locations, including Kansas City, Sedalia, and Warrensburg. He specializes in treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, and provides cataract care for patients experiencing vision difficulties. His practice focuses on essential eye health services such as comprehensive eye exams, vision testing, and tonometry to monitor eye pressure. Patients consistently rate Dr. Overlease highly for his care, with an average …rating of 4.7 out of 5.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 23 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston
- 7 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. James Robert Overlease has 3 locationsAssociated Ophthalmologists Of Kansas City
1004 Carondelet Dr Ste 405Kansas City, MO 64114 Tel: (816) 943-1123
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Midwest Eye Consultants
520 S Lamine AveSedalia, MO 65301Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Midwest Eye Consultants
506 Burkarth Rd Ste AWarrensburg, MO 64093 Tel: (660) 747-2202
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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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 23 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 67 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Kansas City , MO | Overland Park , KS | Pleasant Valley , MO | Kansas City , MO |
| Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Robert Overlease
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Robert Overlease has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Robert Overlease has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
23 Years Experience
Dr. James Robert Overlease holds an expired medical license in the states of Kansas and Missouri.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kansas that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston in 2003.
NPI Number
Dr. Overlease's NPI number is 1154362077.
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- Dr. James Overlease speaks English and Spanish.
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- Dr. James Overlease is affiliated with Western Missouri Medical Center.
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- Dr. James Overlease's office is located at 1004 Carondelet Dr Ste 405, Kansas City, MO, 64114.
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