4.6
9 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Michael Versackas is an ophthalmologist with over five decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency training at Barnes Jewish Hospital. With 53 years in practice, Dr. Versackas brings extensive knowledge to diagnosing and treating various eye disorders. He speaks English with his patients.
Dr. Versackas practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines and West Des Moines, Iowa, with affiliations at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, and UnityPoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and different types of glaucoma. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients have given Dr. Versackas an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.
Dr. Versackas practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines and West Des Moines, Iowa, with affiliations at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, and UnityPoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and different types of glaucoma. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients have given Dr. Versackas an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 53 years of experience
- speaks English
- Barnes Jewish Hospital
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Michael James Versackas has 4 locationsAssociated Ophthalmologists
1212 Pleasant St Ste 202Des Moines, IA 50309 Tel: (515) 244-3937
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital
1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266 Tel: (515) 343-1000
Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316 Tel: (515) 263-5612
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 53 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, German |
| Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA | West Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University | Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael James Versackas
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael James Versackas has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael James Versackas has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
53 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Barnes Jewish Hospital
Medical School
University Of IowaGraduated in 1973
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- Dr. Michael Versackas is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, and Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital.
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- Dr. Michael Versackas's office is located at 1212 Pleasant St Ste 202, Des Moines, IA, 50309.
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