Summary

Dr. John Vassallo is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 39 years to helping patients preserve and restore their vision. He earned his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine and specializes in treating complex eye conditions. Dr. Vassallo is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient community.

Dr. Vassallo practices at Florida Eye Specialists in St Augustine, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at Wolfson Children's Hospital. His expertise focuses on age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss in older adults. He performs anti-VEGF treatments, which are specialized injections that help slow vision loss and can improve sight in many patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 39 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Louis University School Of Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Florida Eye Specialists

3780 US Highway 1 SSt Augustine, FL 32086
Mon1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 3:30 pm
WedClosed
Thu8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. John Mitchell Vassallo, MDDr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MDDr. Mark Edward Kennedy, MDDr. David Alan Kostick, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
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39 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks Spanish, English
St Augustine , FLCRESTVIEW , FLPort Orange , FLPonte Vedra Beach , FL
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Mitchell Vassallo

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Mitchell Vassallo has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Mitchell Vassallo has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

St Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. John Vassallo affiliated with?
Dr. John Vassallo is affiliated with WOLFSON CHILDRENS HOSPITAL.
Where is Dr. John Vassallo's office located?
Dr. John Vassallo's office is located at 3780 US Highway 1 S, St Augustine, FL, 32086.
Does Dr. John Vassallo accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Vassallo has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. John Vassallo speak?
Dr. John Vassallo speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. John Vassallo accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Vassallo accepts on their Vitals profile.

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