The 20 Best Blocked Tear Duct Doctors Near Me in Iowa, US

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The 20 Best Blocked Tear Duct Doctors in Iowa, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Blocked Tear Duct near Iowa, US. Of these, 17 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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24 providers found
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Carter is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Carter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Entropion, Graves Disease, Blocked Tear Duct, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm.

    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erin Shriver is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Shriver is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Entropion, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome, and Trabeculectomy.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Wolfe Eye Clinic

    6200 Westown Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Audrey Ko is an Ophthalmologist in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Ectropion, Blocked Tear Duct, Graves Disease, and Entropion.

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    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Wolfe Eye Clinic

    6200 Westown Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Casady is an Ophthalmologist in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Casady is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, Dacryoadenitis, and Chalazion.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Fox Eye Laser And Cosmetic Institute PC

    1136 H Ave NE, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Stangler is an Ophthalmologist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Stangler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Bump, Entropion, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct

    Tri-State Surgery Center LLC

    1500 Associates Dr, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Daley is a Pediatrics provider in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Daley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, Strabismus, Esotropia, and Cataract.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chau Pham is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Pham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, Graves Disease, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    McFarland Clinic PC

    1128 Duff Ave, 
    Ames, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Linda Lehman is an Ophthalmologist in Ames, Iowa. Dr. Lehman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Presbyopia, Nearsightedness, Eyelid Drooping, and Ptosis.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Bottger Anesthesia Services

    4405 Hamilton Blvd, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yian Jones is an Ophthalmologist in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Entropion.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tina Hendricks is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Hendricks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Blocked Tear Duct, Strabismus, Ptosis, and Aniridia.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    501 S White St Ste 105, 
    Mount Pleasant, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Reed Bouchey is an Ophthalmologist in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Dr. Bouchey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    McFarland Clinic PC

    1128 Duff Ave, 
    Ames, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joy Carroll is an Ophthalmologist in Ames, Iowa. Dr. Carroll is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Nearsightedness, Meibomianitis, Astigmatism, and Cataract.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christy Benson is an Ophthalmologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Benson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina, Glaucoma, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Des Moines Eye Surgeons LLP

    5901 Westown Pkwy Ste 200, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Ball is an Ophthalmologist in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ball is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Wolfe Eye Clinic

    6200 Westown Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Meirick is an Ophthalmologist in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Meirick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, and Blocked Tear Duct.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alina Dumitrescu is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Dumitrescu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Albinism, Strabismus, X-Linked Infantile Nystagmus, and Brown Syndrome.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Cedar Valley Medical Specialists PC

    909 E San Marnan Dr, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Petrie is an Ophthalmologist in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Petrie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Meibomianitis, and Eyelid Bump.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Surgeons Associates PC

    777 Tanglefoot Ln, 
    Bettendorf, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Repp is an Ophthalmologist in Bettendorf, Iowa. Dr. Repp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Entropion, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Cedar Valley Medical Specialists PC

    909 E San Marnan Dr, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Puk is an Ophthalmologist in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Puk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Temporal Arteritis.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Tri-State Surgery Center LLC

    1500 Associates Dr, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alethea Hein is an Ophthalmologist in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Hein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Blocked Tear Duct?

    A blocked tear duct is a partial or complete blockage in the pathway that carries tears from the surface of the eye into the nose.

    When should I see a Blocked Tear Duct doctor in Iowa, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Blocked Tear Duct doctor in Iowa, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Blocked Tear Duct doctors in Iowa, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Blocked Tear Duct doctors in Iowa, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Blocked Tear Duct doctor in Iowa, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Blocked Tear Duct doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Blocked Tear Duct doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Blocked Tear Duct doctor in Iowa, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Blocked Tear Duct doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Blocked Tear Duct doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Blocked Tear Duct doctors in Iowa, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Blocked Tear Duct doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Blocked Tear Duct doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Blocked Tear Duct doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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