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Summary
Dr. James Singer is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and vision. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been practicing for 16 years. Dr. Singer is fluent in Spanish and German, allowing him to communicate with a diverse range of patients.
Dr. Singer practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa, including West Des Moines, Creston, Cedar Rapids, and Carroll. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and diabetic retinopathy. His expertise includes advanced procedures like retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment to help preserve and restore vision for his patients.
Dr. Singer practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa, including West Des Moines, Creston, Cedar Rapids, and Carroll. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and diabetic retinopathy. His expertise includes advanced procedures like retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment to help preserve and restore vision for his patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 16 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, German
- Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Robert Singer has 5 locationsIowa Retina Consultants West Des Moines
1501 50th St Ste 133West Des Moines, IA 50266 Tel: (515) 222-6400
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
Iowa Retina Consultants Pc
807 N Sumner AveCreston, IA 50801 Tel: (641) 782-2111
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
Iowa Eye Center
1260 2nd Ave SECedar Rapids, IA 52403Mon8:00 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
Surgery Center Of Des Moines West
5901 Westown Pkwy Ste 100West Des Moines, IA 50266 Tel: (515) 224-1984
Mon5:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue5:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed5:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu5:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri5:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Carroll Eye Clinic Pc
1236 Heires AveCarroll, IA 51401Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 16 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, German | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English |
| West Des Moines , IA | West Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine | Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Robert Singer has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Robert Singer has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Dr. James Robert Singer holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010.
NPI Number
Dr. Singer's NPI number is 1427369107.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. James Singer's office located?
- Dr. James Singer's office is located at 1501 50th St Ste 133, West Des Moines, IA, 50266.
- What languages does Dr. James Singer speak?
- Dr. James Singer speaks Spanish and German.
- Does Dr. James Singer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Singer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Singer affiliated with?
- Dr. James Singer is affiliated with Hancock County Memorial Hospital.
- Does Dr. James Singer accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Singer accepts on their Vitals profile.
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