Dr. Matthew James Thurtell, MD

Dr. Matthew Thurtell is a physician specializing in ophthalmology and neurology with 25 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Sydney Sydney Medical School, bringing an international perspective to his practice. His dual specialty training allows him to address complex conditions that affect both vision and neurological function. Dr. Thurtell provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Thurtell practices at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa, where he maintains affiliations with University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center and University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital. He focuses on treating conditions such as optic neuritis, increased pressure within the skull, and swelling of the optic nerve. His expertise includes performing advanced imaging studies like MRI scans and specialized blood vessel imaging to diagnose neurological conditions affecting vision. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 …out of 5 stars.