Summary

Dr. Matthew Thurtell is a physician specializing in ophthalmology and neurology with 25 years of experience treating complex eye and neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Sydney Sydney Medical School, bringing international training and expertise to his practice. Dr. Thurtell speaks English and focuses on conditions that bridge both his specialty areas.

Dr. Thurtell practices at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa, and maintains affiliations with University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center and University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating optic neuritis, meningioma, and diplopia. He performs comprehensive vision tests, visual field testing, and tonometry to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 25 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Sydney Sydney Medical School
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics

200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyNeurologyOphthalmology
3.8 
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25 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Polish, German Speaks English Speaks English
Iowa City , IAIowa City , IAIowa City , IAIowa City , IA
Med School: University Of Sydney Sydney Medical School Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Matthew James Thurtell has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Matthew James Thurtell has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Neurology
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Sydney Sydney Medical SchoolGraduated in 2001

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Dr. Matthew Thurtell speaks English.
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