Summary

Dr. James Overlease is an ophthalmologist with 23 years of experience providing comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Overlease speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Overlease practices at Western Missouri Medical Center and sees patients at locations throughout Missouri, including Kansas City, Sedalia, and Warrensburg. He specializes in treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common vision-threatening conditions. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams and vision tests to help maintain and improve patient eyesight. Patients rate Dr. Overlease 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 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 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. James Robert Overlease has 3 locations

Associated Ophthalmologists Of Kansas City

1004 Carondelet Dr Ste 405Kansas City, MO 64114
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 65301
Mon7:30 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
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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Dr. James Robert Overlease, MDDr. Scott Joseph McKnight, MDDr. Selena Yue Fu, MDDr. Michael Scott Hickman
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
3.3 
4.9 
3.7 
23 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 23 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 , MOPleasant Valley , MOOverland Park , KSLAWRENCE , KS
Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Robert Overlease

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Robert Overlease has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Robert Overlease has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Dr. James Robert Overlease holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Missouri and Kansas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Kansas that expires 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 Robert Overlease speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. James Robert Overlease's office located?
Dr. James Robert Overlease's office is located at 1004 Carondelet Dr Ste 405, Kansas City, MO, 64114.

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