The 20 Best Cataract Doctors Near Me in Utah, US

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The 20 Best Cataract Doctors in Utah, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 181 doctor with experience in Cataract near Utah, US. Of these, 79 are Experienced, 76 are Advanced, 24 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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181 providers found
    Elite in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Ophthalmology - Midvalley

    Murray, UT 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nick Mamalis is an Ophthalmologist in Murray, Utah. Dr. Mamalis has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pinguecula, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Mamalis is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Hoopes Vision Correction Center

    11820 S State St Ste 200, 
    Draper, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Majid Moshirfar is an Ophthalmologist in Draper, Utah. Dr. Moshirfar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Presbyopia, Cataract, Astigmatism, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Moshirfar is currently accepting new patients.

    Jayson D. Edwards
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Zion Eye Institute

    Saint George, UT 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jayson Edwards is an Ophthalmologist in Saint George, Utah. Dr. Edwards has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Pterygium, and Usher Syndrome Type 2A. Dr. Edwards is currently accepting new patients.

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    Benjamin Dastrup
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    True Vision Physicians Surgeons

    1483 E Ridgeline Dr Ste 100, 
    South Ogden, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Dastrup is an Ophthalmologist in South Ogden, Utah. Dr. Dastrup is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Presbyopia, and Glaucoma. Dr. Dastrup is currently accepting new patients.

    Aaron Smalley
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Excel Eye Center

    Richfield, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aaron D. Smalley, MD is a comprehensive ophthalmologist, providing medical and surgical eye care services to patients of all ages.Dr. Smalley's interests in ophthalmology include diagnosing and treating various medical and surgical eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetes, dry eye, eye infections and eye injuries. He also enjoys providing treatment for refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia, and astigmatism with glasses, contact lenses and surgical treatment options when needed. Dr. Smalley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pinguecula, Blepharitis, and Presbyopia.

    Jesse Swift
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    True Vision Physicians Surgeons

    5991 S 3500 W Ste 400, 
    Roy, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jesse Swift is an Ophthalmologist in Roy, Utah. Dr. Swift is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Swift is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Utah Department Of Ophthalmology

    65 S Mario Capecchi Dr Moran Eye Center, 
    Salt Lake City, UT 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Barlow is an Ophthalmologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Barlow has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Meibomianitis, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Barlow is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Ophthalmology - Farmington

    165 N University Ave, 
    Farmington, UT 
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Zaugg is an Ophthalmologist in Farmington, Utah. Dr. Zaugg has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Keratoconus, Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Zaugg is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Utah Eye Centers

    4360 Washington Blvd, 
    Ogden, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Wilcox is an Ophthalmologist in Ogden, Utah. Dr. Wilcox is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Blepharitis, Glaucoma, and Nearsightedness. Dr. Wilcox is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Utah Department Of Ophthalmology

    65 S Mario Capecchi Dr Moran Eye Center, 
    Salt Lake City, UT 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My research interests are in global ophthalmology with a particular emphasis on glaucoma and cataract care. I am also interested in glaucoma surgical techniques and outcomes. Finally, I'm interested in pediatric glaucoma and ways to improve to diagnosis and coordination of care. Dr. Chaya is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Zion Eye Institute

    Saint George, UT 
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Derek Denney is an Ophthalmologist in Saint George, Utah. Dr. Denney has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Denney is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Excel Eye Center

    692 E Market Place Dr Ste 101, 
    Spanish Fork, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Schmutz is an Ophthalmologist in Spanish Fork, Utah. Dr. Schmutz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Meibomianitis, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Presbyopia. Dr. Schmutz is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Pediatric Ophthalmology

    100 N Mario Capecchi Dr, 
    Salt Lake City, UT 
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Mifflin is an Ophthalmologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Mifflin has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Keratoconus, Cicatricial Pemphigoid, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Mifflin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Richens Eye Center

    Saint George, UT 
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kent Karren is an Ophthalmologist in Saint George, Utah. Dr. Karren has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Glaucoma. Dr. Karren is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Foundation Of Utah

    201 E 5900 S Ste 201, 
    Murray, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Seeing the world from different perspectives, enjoying breath-taking landscapes, and meeting new people are just a few of the things Dr. Anderson enjoys.Born and raised in Layton, Utah, he is delighted to be back in the mountains. He attended Utah State University in Logan, Utah, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude earning a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences with a minor in Chemistry. He holds his Doctor of Medicine from the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In addition to his medical practice, he is also a Captain in the Army National Guard, which he joined shortly after starting medical school. He completed his residency in Ophthalmology at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. He most recently was in private practice in Pocatello Idaho, and is excited to come back home to Salt Lake City. Dr. Anderson is a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, and enjoys most performing cataract and refractive surgery with advanced technology including premium lenses, laser-assisted surgery, and other refractive surgeries. He also enjoys eyelid surgery, glaucoma, corneal diseases, and medical retina. He has published in peer reviewed journals and presented papers and posters at national ophthalmic meetings. Dr. Anderson pursued a career in medicine because he loves people and wanted to help them in some capacity. He thoroughly enjoys listening to people and helping to improve or restore people's sight. During his residency, he provided medical and surgical care to underserved populations in Kenya and plans to continue international work. He speaks Spanish, which he learned on his LDS Mission to Panama. When Dr. Anderson is not practicing medicine, he enjoys Alpine and waterskiing, canyoneering, hiking, spending time with family, and playing a wide variety of sports as well as attending musicals and local cultural events. Dr. Anderson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Meibomianitis, Nearsightedness, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Excel Eye Center

    American Fork, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Ririe is an Ophthalmologist in American Fork, Utah. Dr. Ririe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pinguecula, Meibomianitis, and Blepharitis. Dr. Ririe is currently accepting new patients.

    Mathew R. Tempest
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Alta View Clinic - Eye Care

    Sandy, UT 
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Mathew Tempest is an Ophthalmologist in Sandy, Utah. Dr. Tempest has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pinguecula, Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Tempest is currently accepting new patients.

    Brock Hansen
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Utah Eye Centers

    4360 Washington Blvd, 
    Ogden, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cornea and Refractive Surgery. Dr. Hansen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Blepharitis, Cataract, Neurotrophic Keratitis, and Cataract Removal.

    John Alder
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Cottonwood Ophthalmology Assoc Inc

    6412 S 900 E Ste 101, 
    Murray, UT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Alder is an Ophthalmologist in Murray, Utah. Dr. Alder is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Esotropia, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Alder is currently accepting new patients.

    Kevin R. Kirk
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Central Utah Eye Clinic

    Richfield, UT 
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Kirk is an Ophthalmologist in Richfield, Utah. Dr. Kirk has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Geographic Atrophy, Pterygium, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Kirk is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Cataract?

    A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye.

    When should I see a Cataract doctor in Utah, 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 Cataract doctor in Utah, 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 Cataract doctors in Utah, 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 Cataract doctors in Utah, 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 Cataract doctor in Utah, 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 Cataract doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cataract 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 Cataract doctor in Utah, 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 Cataract 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 Cataract 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 Cataract doctors in Utah, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cataract 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 Cataract doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cataract 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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