The 20 Best Retinopathy of Prematurity Doctors Near Me in Missouri, US

Find the Top Retinopathy of Prematurity Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Retinopathy of Prematurity near Missouri, US. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Advanced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
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    Freeman Health System

    1102 W 32nd St, 
    Joplin, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Margaret Reynolds is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Reynolds is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Amblyopia, Retinoblastoma, Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Reynolds is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    SLUCare Physician Group

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

    Bradley Davitt is an Ophthalmologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Davitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Neurofibromatosis. Dr. Davitt is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Davitt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Zachary Vesoulis is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Vesoulis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Premature Infant, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Neonatal Sepsis. Dr. Vesoulis is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rakesh Rao is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypothermia, Premature Infant, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, and Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste 3S34, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jie Li is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. She is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Newborn Head Molding, Cerebral Hypoxia, Hypertension, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    17 The Boulevard Saint Louis, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Thomas is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinopathy of Prematurity.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Nitkin is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Nitkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Premature Infant, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Retinopathy of Prematurity. Dr. Nitkin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Referral may be required

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tamorah Lewis is a Neonatologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Premature Infant, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. Dr. Lewis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4320 Wornall Rd Ste 220, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Abraham Poulose is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Poulose is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. Poulose is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Referral may be required

    Sabates Eye Centers LLC

    4741 S Arrowhead Dr, 
    Independence, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Cassell is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Cassell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Vein Occlusion. Dr. Cassell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steve Liao is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Liao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Premature Infant, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Retinopathy of Prematurity. Dr. Liao is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    The Children's Mercy Hospital

    501 NW Barry Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Denise Hug is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hug is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retinopathy of Prematurity.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Referral may be required

    Mattax-Neu-Prater Surgery Center

    1265 E Primrose St, 
    Springfield, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Nasrazadani is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Nasrazadani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Cataract, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Nasrazadani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Retinopathy of Prematurity
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    15933 Clayton Rd, Suite 210, 
    Ballwin, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kirby Taylor is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ballwin, Missouri. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. His clinical expertise encompasses Esotropia, Retinopathy of Prematurity, Strabismus, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Retinopathy of Prematurity?

    Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is abnormal blood vessel development in the retina of the eye in infants that are born too early (premature).

    When should I see a Retinopathy of Prematurity doctor in Missouri, 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 Retinopathy of Prematurity doctor in Missouri, 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 Retinopathy of Prematurity doctors in Missouri, 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 Retinopathy of Prematurity doctors in Missouri, 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 Retinopathy of Prematurity doctor in Missouri, 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 Retinopathy of Prematurity doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Retinopathy of Prematurity 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 Retinopathy of Prematurity doctor in Missouri, 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 Retinopathy of Prematurity 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 Retinopathy of Prematurity 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 Retinopathy of Prematurity doctors in Missouri, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Retinopathy of Prematurity 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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