The 20 Best Nearsightedness Doctors Near Me in Idaho, US

Find the Top Nearsightedness Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Nearsightedness near Idaho, US. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Christopher W. Sturbaum
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Christopher W. Sturbaum
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Empire Eye Physicians

    2175 N Main St, 
    Coeur D Alene, ID 
    208-664-9888
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Sturbaum is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Sturbaum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Meibomianitis, Nearsightedness, and Interstitial Keratitis.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. John Fornarotto
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. John Fornarotto
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    John Fornarotto PLLC

    246 N 18th Ave, 
    Pocatello, ID 
    208-234-4100
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    John Fornarotto is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pocatello, Idaho. Dr. Fornarotto is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astigmatism, Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Mark Kontos
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Mark Kontos
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Empire Eye Physicians

    2175 N Main St, 
    Coeur D Alene, ID 
    208-664-9888
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Kontos is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Kontos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Neurotrophic Keratitis, Nearsightedness, and Meibomianitis.

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    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Robert R. Jones
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Robert R. Jones
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Eye Care Southeast Idaho

    1441 Parkway Dr, 
    Blackfoot, ID 
    208-785-3377
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Robert Jones is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Blackfoot, Idaho. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Fourth Cranial Nerve Palsy, Episcleritis, and Strabismus.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. James Earl
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. James Earl
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Retina Specialists Of Idaho Partners PLLC

    13923 W Wainwright Dr Ste 301, 
    Boise, ID 
    208-938-5624
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    James Earl is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Earl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Aaron Affleck
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Aaron Affleck
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Affleck MD Eye Care

    2900 Valencia Dr, 
    Idaho Falls, ID 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Aaron Affleck is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Dr. Affleck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Entropion, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Affleck is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Leo Harf
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Leo Harf
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4400 E Flamingo Ave Ste 300, 
    Nampa, ID 
    208-466-2222
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Leo Harf is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Nampa, Idaho. Dr. Harf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Vein Occlusion, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Jon Fishburn
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Jon Fishburn
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Intermountain Eye And Laser Centers PLLC

    999 N Curtis Rd Ste 205, 
    Boise, ID 
    208-373-1200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jon Fishburn is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Fishburn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Denton Roberts
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Denton Roberts
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Retina Specialists Of Idaho Partners PLLC

    13923 W Wainwright Dr Ste 301, 
    Boise, ID 
    208-938-5624
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Denton Roberts is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Adam Reynolds
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Adam Reynolds
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Intermountain Eye And Laser Centers PLLC

    999 N Curtis Rd Ste 205, 
    Boise, ID 
    208-373-1200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Adam Reynolds is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Reynolds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Tolosa Hunt Syndrome, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Trabeculectomy.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Ali Parhiz
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Ali Parhiz
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Idaho Retina Center PLLC

    901 N Curtis Rd Ste 302, 
    Boise, ID 
    208-322-5996
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ali Parhiz is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Parhiz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Endophthalmitis.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Kyle G. Thompson
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Kyle G. Thompson
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Premier Eye Care Eastern Id

    23 Sawtelle Ave Ste 102, 
    Rexburg, ID 
    208-359-1888
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Kyle Thompson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Rexburg, Idaho. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Gregory Emfield
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Gregory Emfield
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Idaho Surgicenter South Inc

    1157 Call Pl, 
    Pocatello, ID 
    208-232-2008
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Gregory Emfield is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pocatello, Idaho. Dr. Emfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Jeffrey Stevens
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Jeffrey Stevens
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Intermountain Eye And Laser Centers PLLC

    999 N Curtis Rd Ste 205, 
    Boise, ID 
    208-373-1200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Jeffrey Stevens is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Stevens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Drew D. Thomas
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. Drew D. Thomas
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    North Idaho Eye Institute

    1901 E Seltice Way, 
    Post Falls, ID 
    208-667-2531
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Drew Thomas is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Post Falls, Idaho. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Blepharitis, Periorbital Cellulitis, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. James Tweeten
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    Dr. James Tweeten
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Intermountain Eye And Laser Centers PLLC

    999 N Curtis Rd Ste 205, 
    Boise, ID 
    208-378-2855
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    James Tweeten is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Tweeten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Nearsightedness?

    Nearsightedness is when light entering the eye is focused incorrectly. This makes distant objects appear blurred. Nearsightedness is a type of refractive error of the eye.

    If you are nearsighted, you have trouble seeing things that are far away.

    When should I see an Nearsightedness doctor in Idaho, 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 an Nearsightedness doctor in Idaho, 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 do I find the best Nearsightedness doctor in Idaho, US?

    You can find an Nearsightedness doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Nearsightedness doctors in Idaho, 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 Nearsightedness doctors in Idaho, 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 an Nearsightedness doctor in Idaho, 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 Nearsightedness doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nearsightedness 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 an Nearsightedness doctor in Idaho, 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness doctors in Idaho, US?

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

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