Dr. Richard Wilkins Yemm, MD

Dr. Richard Yemm specializes in ophthalmology and internal medicine, bringing comprehensive eye care expertise to patients throughout the region. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria and completed his residency training at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Yemm provides care in both Spanish and English to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Yemm practices at Eye Surgeons Associates with locations in Rock Island, Illinois and Bettendorf, Iowa, and maintains hospital affiliations with Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating cataracts, posterior capsule opacity, and eye pain. He performs advanced procedures such as cataract surgery, intraocular lens implants, and YAG laser capsulotomy to help restore and preserve patients' vision.