The 20 Best Optic Neuritis Doctors Near Me in Tucson, AZ

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The 20 Best Optic Neuritis Doctors near Tucson, AZ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Optic Neuritis near Tucson, AZ. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Bruce Coull
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Neurology

    Banner - University Medicine North

    3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I like to hike, bird watch and walk my dog. Dr. Coull is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Stroke, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Center For Neurosciences

    2450 E River Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Francisco Valdivia is a Neurologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Valdivia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Migraine, and Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    3838 N Campbell Ave, Bldg 2, Clinic E, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harvey Buchsbaum is a Neurologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Buchsbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Transient Global Amnesia, Headache, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Movement Disorders.

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    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Neurology

    Center For Neurosciences

    2450 E River Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yeeck Sim is a Neurologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Sim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Migraine.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Center For Neurosciences

    2450 E River Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Teeple is a Neurologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Teeple is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Center For Neurosciences

    2450 E River Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anwar Badruddoja is a Neurologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Badruddoja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Neuroepithelioma.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Center For Neurosciences

    2450 E River Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shadi Koleilat is a Neurologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Koleilat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Pediatric Neurology

    Center For Neurosciences

    2450 E River Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chi Dai is a Pediatric Neurologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Dai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Transient Tic Disorder, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Seizures, and Partial Familial Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    707 N Alvernon Way, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Holmes is an Ophthalmologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Holmes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, Amblyopia, Cataract Removal, and Trabeculectomy.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Vita Medica Institute

    3530 E Campo Abierto Ste 200, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mateja De Leonni Stanonik is a Neurologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. De Leonni Stanonik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Partial Seizure.

    Holli Horak
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Banner - University Medical Group

    2800 East Ajo Way, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    My clinical interests are to care for patients with ALS, muscular dystrophy, autoimmune neuropathies and myasthenia gravis. I provide evaluation and ongoing care to persons with these specialized problems. I also perform EMG/NCS studies for nerve and muscle conditions. In addition, I teach medical students, residents and fellows at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. Horak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. Her top areas of expertise are Multifocal Motor Neuropathy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology

    Tucson Eye Physicians

    1745 E Skyline Dr Ste 175, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Kaufer is an Ophthalmologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Kaufer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, Pterygium, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Kaufer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology

    Southwestern Eye Center

    2680 E Valencia Rd Ste 188, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Donaldson is an Ophthalmologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Donaldson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Glaucoma. Dr. Donaldson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology

    Arizona Eye Consultants

    6422 E Speedway Blvd Ste 100, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Le Yu is an Ophthalmologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, and Scleritis. Dr. Yu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology

    Arizona Eye Consultants

    6422 E Speedway Blvd Ste 100, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Mccafferty is an Ophthalmologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Mccafferty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). Dr. Mccafferty is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology

    Oracle Eye Physicians Surgeons

    10425 N Oracle Rd Ste 135, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Henry is an Ophthalmologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Henry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Allergic Conjunctivitis. Dr. Henry is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Optic Neuritis?

    The optic nerve carries images of what the eye sees to the brain. When this nerve become swollen or inflamed, it is called optic neuritis. It may cause sudden, reduced vision in the affected eye.

    When should I see an Optic Neuritis doctor near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctor near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctors near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctors near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctor near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Optic Neuritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Optic Neuritis 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 Optic Neuritis doctor near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Optic Neuritis 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 Optic Neuritis 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 Optic Neuritis doctors near Tucson, AZ?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Optic Neuritis 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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