The 20 Best Congenital Cataract Doctors Near Me in Iowa, US

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The 20 Best Congenital Cataract Doctors in Iowa, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Congenital Cataract near Iowa, US. Of these, 18 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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19 providers found
    Advanced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Arlene Drack is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Drack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Leber Congenital Amaurosis, Brown Syndrome, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Strabismus, and Cataract Removal.

    John Fingert
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa, Carver College Of Medicine, Department Of Ophthalmology And Visual Sciences

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Fingert is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist with 20 years experience, and he is also a clinician scientist with a lab dedicated to discovering the genes that cause glaucoma and developing new therapies. Dr. Fingert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Axenfeld-Rieger Syndrome, and Trabeculectomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract

    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, Strabismus, Esotropia, and Cataract.

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    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Davenport Eye Group PC

    1230 E Rusholme St Ste 203, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Siv Saetre is an Ophthalmologist in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Saetre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Congenital Cataract.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Richard Olson is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Olson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Esotropia, Brown Syndrome, and Congenital Cataract.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Araniko Pandey is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Pandey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Cataract and Cataract.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    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 Congenital Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Nearsightedness, Meibomianitis, Astigmatism, and Cataract.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Fuerste Eye Clinic

    2140 John F Kennedy Rd Ste F, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Risma is an Ophthalmologist in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Risma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Presbyopia, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Arlan Johnson is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Fuchs Dystrophy.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Erin Boese is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Boese is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Iridectomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    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 Congenital Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina, Glaucoma, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Fuerste Eye Clinic

    2140 John F Kennedy Rd Ste F, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frederick Fuerste is an Ophthalmologist in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Fuerste has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Astigmatism, Nearsightedness, Cataract, Presbyopia, and Iridectomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Fuerste Eye Clinic

    2140 John F Kennedy Rd Ste F, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Janson is an Ophthalmologist in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Janson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Meibomianitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Fuerste Eye Clinic

    2140 John F Kennedy Rd, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juan Nieto is an Ophthalmologist in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Nieto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Edwin Stone is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Retinitis Pigmentosa, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Herbert Boldt is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Boldt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma of the Eye, Retinal Detachment, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Family Medicine

    Central Iowa Hospital Corp.

    840 E University Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susana Peralta is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Peralta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Camptodactyly Fibrous Tissue Hyperplasia Skeletal Dysplasia, Camptodactyly Syndrome Guadalajara Type 1, Camptodactyly Syndrome Guadalajara Type 2, and Syndactyly.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    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 Congenital Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Presbyopia, Nearsightedness, Eyelid Drooping, and Ptosis.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Fuerste Eye Clinic

    2140 John F Kennedy Rd Ste F, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tyler Risma is an Ophthalmologist in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Risma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Presbyopia, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Congenital Cataract?

    A congenital cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that is present at birth. The lens of the eye is normally clear. It focuses light that comes into the eye onto the retina.

    When should I see a Congenital Cataract 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 Congenital Cataract 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 Congenital Cataract 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 Congenital Cataract 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 Congenital Cataract 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 Congenital Cataract doctor search results page. 

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

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

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