Summary

Dr. John Twelker is an optometrist specializing in ophthalmology and optometry with 34 years of experience in eye care. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from UC Berkeley School of Optometry, building a strong foundation in comprehensive vision care. Dr. Twelker provides care in English to patients throughout the Tucson area.

Dr. Twelker practices at Banner University Medical Center South and sees patients at the Banner - University Medicine Ophthalmology Clinic in Tucson, Arizona. He treats common vision conditions including astigmatism, nearsightedness, and eye complications related to diabetes. His practice offers comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to help diagnose and monitor eye health.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 34 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UC Berkeley School of Optometry
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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4.8 
34 Years of Experience 32 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 Speaks English, Spanish
Tucson , AZTucson , AZTucson , AZTucson , AZ
Med School: UC Berkeley School of Optometry Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Mc Master Univ Sch Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John D Twelker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Banner Health
  • Banner Health - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

John D Twelker has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

John D Twelker has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Eye Exam
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Optometrist
  • Vision Therapy

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

John D Twelker holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

Doctor Of Optometry with an active medical license in the state of Arizona that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from UC Berkeley School of Optometry in 1992.

NPI Number

John D Twelker's NPI number is 1255405940.

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