The 20 Best Pterygium Doctors Near Me in Chesterfield, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 69 doctor with experience in Pterygium near Chesterfield, MO. Of these, 62 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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69 providers found
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients

    Sean Edelstein is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Edelstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Vitrectomy, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Edelstein is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Edelstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    4901 Forest Park Ave Fl 6, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anthony Lubniewski is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lubniewski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Interstitial Keratitis, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Lubniewski is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Eye Care Specialists LLC

    360 S Mount Auburn Rd, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Derrall Parker is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Parker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, and Neurotrophic Keratitis. Dr. Parker is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Roger D. Bonham M.D. PC

    500 N Keene St Ste 101, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roger Bonham is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Bonham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Jones Eye Center

    1405 Doctors Dr, 
    West Plains, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Jones is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Plains, Missouri. Dr. Jones is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Entropion, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Black River Medical Center

    217 Physicians Park, 
    Poplar Bluff, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bradley Stuckenschneider is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Dr. Stuckenschneider is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    University Of Missouri Medical Center

    1 Hospital Dr, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Samantha Herretes is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Herretes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Uveitis, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Herretes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Missouri Eye Institute

    1000 James F Epps Rd, Suite 2, 
    Branson, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Osborn is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Branson, MO. Dr. Osborn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1. Dr. Osborn is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Osborn is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

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    1229 E Seminole St Fl 4, 
    Springfield, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Zachary Seagrave is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Seagrave is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Pterygium, and Cloudy Cornea. Dr. Seagrave is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Curators Of The University Of Missouri

    1 Hospital Dr, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Frederick Fraunfelder is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Fraunfelder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fuchs Dystrophy, Interstitial Keratitis, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Fraunfelder is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

    2301 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alaina Geren is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Geren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, and Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Dr. Geren is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    12601 Olive Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Geoffrey Hill is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Meibomianitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Hill is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Hill is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Washington Univ.

    4901 Forest Park Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mustafa Safi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Safi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Keratitis, Cataract, Horner Syndrome, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Safi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Cox Medical Center South

    3801 S National Ave, 
    Springfield, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Francis Jansen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Jansen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Cloudy Cornea, Temporal Arteritis, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Jansen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Comprehensive Eye Care LTD.

    901 E 3rd St, 
    Washington, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Korenfeld is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Washington, Missouri. Dr. Korenfeld is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Kallikrein Hypertension, Pinguecula, Glaucoma, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Korenfeld is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    1705 Christy Drive, 
    Jefferson City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Lewis is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jefferson City, Missouri. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Cataract, and Fuchs Dystrophy. Dr. Lewis is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Pepose Vision Institute PC

    1815 Clarkson Rd, 
    Chesterfield, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mujtaba Qazi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chesterfield, Missouri. Dr. Qazi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Keratoconus, Dry Eye Syndrome, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    SureVision Eye Centers-Creve Coeur

    12101 Woodcrest Executive Dr, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lawrence Gans is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Gans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). Dr. Gans is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Golden Valley Memorial Hospital District

    1602 N 2nd St, 
    Clinton, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Earle Sanford is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Clinton, Missouri. Dr. Sanford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Cataract, Geographic Atrophy, and Nearsightedness. Dr. Sanford is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Wiles Eye Center

    3201 Ashland Ave, 
    Saint Joseph, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Wiles is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Dr. Wiles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Wiles is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Pterygium?

    A pterygium is a noncancerous growth that starts in the clear, thin tissue (conjunctiva) of the eye. This growth covers the white part of the eye (sclera) and extends onto the cornea. It is often slightly raised and contains visible blood vessels. The problem may occur on one or both eyes.

    When should I see a Pterygium doctor near Chesterfield, MO?

    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 Pterygium doctor near Chesterfield, MO?

    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 Pterygium doctors near Chesterfield, MO?

    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 Pterygium doctors near Chesterfield, MO?

    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 Pterygium doctor near Chesterfield, MO?

    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 Pterygium doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctor near Chesterfield, MO?

    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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctors near Chesterfield, MO?

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

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