Summary

Dr. Wendell Danforth specializes in ophthalmology with 36 years of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College and has dedicated his career to helping patients preserve and improve their vision. Dr. Danforth is fluent in both English and Tagalog, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations throughout Hawaii.

Dr. Danforth practices at multiple Eye Center of Hawaii locations across Honolulu, Aiea, Kailua Kona, Hilo, and Waipahu, as well as maintaining an affiliation with Kapiolani Medical Center For Women And Children. He focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 36 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Tagalog
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Wendell Calvin Danforth has 7 locations

Eye Center Of Hawaii

1620 Ala Moana Blvd Ste 500Honolulu, HI 96815
Mon7:00 am - 3:45 pm
Tue7:00 am - 3:45 pm
Wed7:00 am - 3:45 pm
Thu7:00 am - 3:45 pm
Fri7:00 am - 3:45 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bennett Eye Institute

98-1247 Kaahumanu St Ste 310AAiea, HI 96701
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Center Of Hawaii

77-6399 Nalani St Ste 2Kailua Kona, HI 96740
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surgery Center Of The Pacific

1401 S BERETANIA ST STE 420HONOLULU, HI 96814

Eye Center Of Hawaii

346 Waianuenue AveHilo, HI 96720
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Center Of Hawaii

94-216 FARRINGTON HWY STE B2-203WAIPAHU, HI 96797

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Dr. Wendell Calvin Danforth, MDDr. Jon M Portis, MDDr. Rhoads Elliott Stevens, MDDr. Kenneth Mitsuo Sunamoto, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
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36 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Chinese, English
Honolulu , HIHonolulu , HIHONOLULU , HIHonolulu , HI
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wendell Calvin Danforth

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Devoted Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wendell Calvin Danforth has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wendell Calvin Danforth has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Diabetes
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Other
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Wendell Calvin Danforth holds an expired medical license in the state of Hawaii.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Hawaii that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Danforth's NPI number is 1821043803.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Wendell Danforth's office located?
Dr. Wendell Danforth's office is located at 1620 Ala Moana Blvd Ste 500, Honolulu, HI, 96815.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wendell Danforth affiliated with?
Dr. Wendell Danforth is affiliated with Kapiolani Medical Center For Women And Children.
What languages does Dr. Wendell Danforth speak?
Dr. Wendell Danforth speaks English and Tagalog.
Does Dr. Wendell Danforth accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Wendell Danforth has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Wendell Danforth accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Wendell Danforth accepts on their Vitals profile.

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