Not accepting new patients
Dr. James W. Dooner, MD, FASRS
- Speaks
- English
Overview
Dr. James W. Dooner is a vitreoretinal specialist who joined Austin Retina Associates in 1998 and sees patients in Austin and Central Texas, including Waco and Temple. Born in Wisconsin, he spent much of his youth, including his high school years, in Ireland.
He completed a retina research fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins, then his ophthalmology residency and retina fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Retina Specialists and presents research at regional meetings.
Dr. Dooner manages all diseases of the retina, vitreous and macula, including macular holes, retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, eye trauma and macular degeneration, and supports vitreoretinal care in developing countries.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (512) 451-0103
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Wet and dry age-related macular degeneration
- Diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema
- Retinal detachment
- Retinal vein occlusion
- Macular hole and epiretinal membrane
- Vitreous hemorrhage
- Endophthalmitis
Procedures Performed
- Intravitreal anti-VEGF injections
- Pars plana vitrectomy
- Scleral buckle surgery
- Pneumatic retinopexy
- Retinal laser photocoagulation
- Macular membrane peeling
- Clinical trial therapies
Credentials
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Retina Specialists (Fellow)
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Education & Training
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Fellowship
Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins
Retina research fellowship
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Residency
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Ophthalmology
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Fellowship1998
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Retina
Insurance & Fees
Insurance networks differ by office and plan. Call the office to confirm that your plan is accepted before your visit.
Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.
Location
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. James W. Dooner?
Call Austin Retina Associates at (512) 451-0103 to book or to ask about availability. Some specialists ask for a referral and recent eye records, and you should confirm insurance coverage when you call.
What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. James W. Dooner?
Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your current glasses or contact lenses, and any previous eye test results or imaging. Your eyes may be dilated, so plan for a driver if needed.
What does Dr. James W. Dooner specialize in?
Dr. James W. Dooner practices Medical Retina & Macular Degeneration, Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Surgery. Focus areas include Macular degeneration, Diabetic eye disease, Retinal detachment repair and Retina clinical trials.
Where does Dr. James W. Dooner practice?
Dr. James W. Dooner sees patients at Austin Retina Associates, 801 West 38th Street, Austin, TX 78705.
Is Dr. James W. Dooner accepting new patients?
Dr. James W. Dooner is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. James W. Dooner speak?
Dr. James W. Dooner speaks English.
Where did Dr. James W. Dooner train?
Dr. James W. Dooner completed residency at University of Alabama at Birmingham.
About This Profile
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