Summary

Dr. James Twist is an ophthalmologist with 46 years of experience in eye care and vision treatment. He earned his medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo and completed his residency at SUNY. Dr. Twist speaks English and brings nearly five decades of expertise to his practice.

Dr. Twist is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital and practices in Buffalo and Kenmore, New York. He specializes in treating cataracts, astigmatism, and computer vision syndrome. His procedural expertise includes cataract surgery, intraocular lens implants, and YAG laser capsulotomy. Patients rate him 4.3 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Suny
  • 20 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James F Twist has 3 locations

Twist James F Office

2156 Sheridan DrBuffalo, NY 14223
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

2157 Main StBuffalo, NY 14214

Kenmore Mercy Hospital

2950 Elmwood AveKenmore, NY 14217

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Dr. James F Twist, MDDr. Sing Your Li, MDDr. George Tung, MDDr. Visionworks Tonawanda
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOptometry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
3.9 
46 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Buffalo , NYBellmore , NYBellmore , NYTonawanda , NY
Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Medical Specialties

Dr. James F Twist has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James F Twist 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

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Suny

Medical School

Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of BuffaloGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. James Twist speak?
Dr. James Twist speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Twist affiliated with?
Dr. James Twist is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Sisters Of Charity Hospital, and Sisters Of Charity Hospital Saint Joseph Campus.

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