Summary

Dr. Jean Spencer is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 45 years to caring for patients with eye and vision conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency training at Barnes Jewish Hospital. Her extensive experience spans nearly five decades of specialized eye care. Dr. Spencer is fluent in English.

Dr. Spencer practices at multiple locations throughout West Des Moines, Marshalltown, and Des Moines and maintains hospital privileges at Mercy Medical Center West Lakes. She treats patients with astigmatism, which affects how the eye focuses light, and hyperopia, commonly known as farsightedness. Her expertise also includes managing serious conditions like retinal detachment. Dr. Spencer performs comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced retinal imaging to diagnose eye problems. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 45 years of experience
  • 4 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Jean B Spencer has 7 locations

Wolfe Surgery Center

6200 WESTOWN PKWY STE 100WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
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

Childrens Eye Clinic Pc

6000 University Ave Ste 210West Des Moines, IA 50266
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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Wolfe Eye Clinic

6200 Westown PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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

Wolfe Eye Clinic Marshalltown

309 E Church StMarshalltown, IA 50158
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

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

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Dr. Jean B Spencer, MDDr. Derek Bitner, MDDr. Frederick Royce Blodi, DODr. Reid Philip Turner, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
45 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
WEST DES MOINES , IAWest Des Moines , IAWest Des Moines , IAWest Des Moines , IA
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jean B Spencer

  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jean B Spencer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jean B Spencer has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Barnes Jewish Hospital

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 1981

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