The 20 Best Stargardt Macular Degeneration Doctors Near Me in Des Moines, IA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Stargardt Macular Degeneration near Des Moines, IA. Of these, 13 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kyle Alliman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Alliman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Artery Occlusion, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Retinal Vein Occlusion. Dr. Alliman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    Chris K Denouden D O P C

    1300 Des Moines St Ste 103, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Denouden is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Denouden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP), Retinitis Pigmentosa, Cone-Rod Dystrophy, and Usher Syndrome Type 2A.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Associated Ophthalmologists PC

    1212 Pleasant St Ste 202, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Naveen Husain is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Husain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye). Dr. Husain is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Christy Benson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Benson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina, Glaucoma, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). Dr. Benson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2508 E University Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Blodi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Blodi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Blodi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    Elizabeth A Brown MD PC

    2101 Westown Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elizabeth Brown is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Beth M. Amspaugh MD PLLC

    2101 Westown Pkwy Ste 2, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Beth Amspaugh is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Amspaugh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. Her clinical expertise encompasses Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Dry Eye Syndrome, and Jalili Syndrome. Dr. Amspaugh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Iowa Retina Consultants PC

    1501 50th St Ste 133, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Todd Heilskov is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Heilskov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Detachment. Dr. Heilskov is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Iowa Retina Consultants PC

    1501 50th St Ste 133, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Singer is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Singer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Retinal Vein Occlusion. Dr. Singer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    Iowa Retina Consultants PC

    1501 50th St Ste 133, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Haupert is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Haupert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 8 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. Haupert is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Iowa Retina Consultants PC

    1501 50th St Ste 133, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Nepali
    Accepting New Patients

    Sushant Wagley is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Wagley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Wagley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Wolfe Eye Clinic

    6200 Westown Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    George Par is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Par is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. Par is board certified in American Academy Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Par is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    Wolfe Eye Clinic

    6200 Westown Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Austin Strohbehn is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Strohbehn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Strohbehn is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Stargardt Macular Degeneration?

    Stargardt macular degeneration is a genetic eye disorder that causes progressive vision loss. This disorder affects the retina, the specialized light-sensitive tissue that lines the back of the eye. Specifically, Stargardt macular degeneration affects a small area near the center of the retina called the macula. The macula is responsible for the type of vision needed for detailed tasks such as reading, driving, and recognizing faces. In most people with Stargardt macular degeneration, a fatty yellow pigment called lipofuscin builds up in cells underlying the macula. Over time, the abnormal accumulation of this substance can damage cells that are critical for clear vision. People with Stargardt macular degeneration have problems with night vision that can make it difficult to navigate in low light. Some affected individuals also have impaired color vision. The signs and symptoms of Stargardt macular degeneration typically appear in late childhood to early adulthood and worsen over time.

    When should I see a Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctors near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctors near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctors near Des Moines, IA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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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