Not accepting new patients
Dr. Navin H. Tekwani, MD
- Experience
- 25 years
- Speaks
- English
Overview
Dr. Navin H. Tekwani is a board-certified ophthalmologist and the surgeon behind Tekwani Vision Center, with offices across the St. Louis area. He earned his medical degree at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, completed a transitional year at Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital in Chicago, trained in ophthalmology at UMKC and completed fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.
His practice focuses on cataract surgery with lens implants and on the medical, laser and surgical care of glaucoma, along with comprehensive eye care. He has taken part in clinical research and has published in journals including the American Journal of Ophthalmology and the Journal of Refractive Surgery.
Dr. Tekwani operates at hospitals including Mercy Hospital South and SSM Health St. Clare Hospital in Fenton, and works with local optometrists on surgical co-management.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (314) 842-2020
- NPI number
- 1538143805
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Primary open-angle glaucoma
- Angle-closure glaucoma
- Normal-tension glaucoma
- Ocular hypertension
- Pseudoexfoliation and pigmentary glaucoma
- Secondary glaucoma
- Cataract with glaucoma
Procedures Performed
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT)
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma tube shunt surgery
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Combined cataract and glaucoma surgery
- Visual field and OCT testing
Credentials
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Board certification
Ophthalmology
American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- St. Louis Ophthalmological Society
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Education & Training
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Medical School1997
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine
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Internship1997 to 1998
Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital
Transitional year
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Residency1998 to 2001
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Ophthalmology
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Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Fellowship
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
Hospital Affiliations
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Mercy Hospital South
Admitting privileges, St. Louis, MO
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SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton
Admitting privileges, Fenton, MO
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Navin H. Tekwani?
Call Tekwani Vision Center at (314) 842-2020 to book or to ask about availability. New patients may be asked 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. Navin H. Tekwani?
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. Navin H. Tekwani specialize in?
Dr. Navin H. Tekwani practices Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Glaucoma and Ophthalmology and has 25 years of experience. Focus areas include Glaucoma surgery, Combined cataract and glaucoma surgery, Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and Glaucoma monitoring.
Where does Dr. Navin H. Tekwani practice?
Dr. Navin H. Tekwani sees patients at Tekwani Vision Center, 9911 Kennerly Road Suite A, St. Louis, MO 63128. There is 1 more office location listed on this page.
Is Dr. Navin H. Tekwani accepting new patients?
Dr. Navin H. Tekwani is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. Navin H. Tekwani speak?
Dr. Navin H. Tekwani speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Navin H. Tekwani affiliated with?
Dr. Navin H. Tekwani is affiliated with Mercy Hospital South and SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton.
Where did Dr. Navin H. Tekwani train?
Dr. Navin H. Tekwani studied medicine at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and completed residency at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine.
About This Profile
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Last updated
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