Summary

Dr. Jed Assam is a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in retinal and vitreous surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Dakota School of Medicine and completed his residency and internship at University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals and Methodist Hospital in 2021. Dr. Assam furthered his expertise through a fellowship at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, completing his advanced training in 2023. With nine years of experience in eye care, he is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Assam practices at VRA Vision in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and maintains hospital privileges at University of Texas Medical Branch. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions including diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy. His practice includes managing posterior vitreous detachment and other retinal disorders. Dr. Assam performs advanced procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye problems, and he provides anti-VEGF treatments for various retinal conditions.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 9 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

VRA Vision

5418 E ARROWHEAD PKWYSIOUX FALLS, SD 57110
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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SIOUX FALLS , SDPhoenix , AZSioux Falls , SDSioux Falls , SD
Med School: MD, University of South Dakota School of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jed Assam

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Avera Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • UCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jed Assam has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jed Assam has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Surgery
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio2023

Residency

Residency and Internship, University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals/Methodist Hospital2021

Medical School

MD, University of South Dakota School of MedicineGraduated in 2017

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Jed Assam's office located?
Dr. Jed Assam's office is located at 5418 E ARROWHEAD PKWY, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57110.
Is Dr. Jed Assam accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Jed Assam accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Jed Assam accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Jed Assam affiliated with?
Dr. Jed Assam is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch.

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