The 20 Best Usher Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Portland, ME

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Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Usher Syndrome near Portland, ME. Of these, 19 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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22 providers found
    Advanced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Jessica S. Watson
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Jessica S. Watson
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Northern Light Retina Care

    885 Union St Ste 130, 
    Bangor, ME 
    207-973-4185
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jessica Watson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bangor, Maine. Dr. Watson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Geographic Atrophy, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Advanced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Jeffrey K. Moore
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Jeffrey K. Moore
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Portland Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

    161 Marginal Way, 
    Portland, ME 
    207-774-8277
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jeffrey Moore is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Moore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, Uveitis, and Vitrectomy.

    Advanced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Brooke E. Miller
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Brooke E. Miller
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    CWCL Inc Dba Medlab 260

    15 Lowell St, 
    Portland, ME 
    207-774-8277
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Brooke Miller is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP), Retinitis Pigmentosa, Hyphema, and Blepharitis.

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    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Jackie K. Nguyen
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Jackie K. Nguyen
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    EyeCare Medical Group Optical Shop

    53 Sewall St, 
    Portland, ME 
    207-828-2020
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jackie Nguyen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD).

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Portland Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

    161 Marginal Way, 
    Portland, ME 
    207-774-8277
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Richard Bazarian is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Bazarian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 10 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 Usher Syndrome
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Vision Care Of Maine-Aroostook LLC

    173 Academy St, 
    Presque Isle, ME 
    207-764-0376
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Oscar Batlle-Iii is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Presque Isle, Maine. Dr. Batlle-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. 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, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Ravindra A. Shah
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Ravindra A. Shah
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    EyeCare Medical Group Optical Shop

    53 Sewall St, 
    Portland, ME 
    207-828-2020
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ravindra Shah is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cloudy Cornea, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Mark E. Morin
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Mark E. Morin
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    146 Academy St # D, 
    Presque Isle, ME 
    207-764-7900
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Mark Morin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Presque Isle, Maine. Dr. Morin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Bump, Meibomianitis, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Jeffrey L. Berman
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Jeffrey L. Berman
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    CWCL Inc Dba Medlab 260

    15 Lowell St, 
    Portland, ME 
    207-774-8277
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jeffrey Berman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Berman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Retinochoroidal Coloboma, and Amblyopia.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Ellsworth Uveitis & Retina Care PA

    35 Eastward Ln, 
    Ellsworth, ME 
    207-669-4390
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients

    Bartlett Hayes-Ii is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ellsworth, Maine. Dr. Hayes-Ii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 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. Hayes-Ii is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Sylvan Retina LLC

    35 Eastward Ln Ste A, 
    Ellsworth, ME 
    207-669-4390
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Catherine Meyerle is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ellsworth, Maine. Dr. Meyerle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Steve R. Witkin
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Steve R. Witkin
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    325 Kennedy Memorial Dr, 
    Waterville, ME 
    207-873-2731
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
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    Accepting New Patients

    Steve Witkin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Waterville, Maine. Dr. Witkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Cataract, Endophthalmitis, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Witkin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Nour M. Haddad
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Nour M. Haddad
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Maine Eye Care Associates

    325A Kennedy Memorial Dr, 
    Waterville, ME 
    207-873-2731
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Nour Haddad is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Waterville, Maine. Dr. Haddad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Glaucoma. Dr. Haddad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Sara Bozorg
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Sara Bozorg
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Portland Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

    161 Marginal Way, 
    Portland, ME 
    207-774-8277
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sara Bozorg is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Bozorg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Cogan's Syndrome, and Keratoconus.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Robert S. Cady
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Robert S. Cady
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Portland Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

    161 Marginal Way, 
    Portland, ME 
    207-774-8277
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Robert Cady is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Cady is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Office

    885 Union St Ste 120/130, 
    Bangor, ME 
    207-973-8876
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Theodore Curtis is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bangor, Maine. Dr. Curtis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Esotropia, and Oculocutaneous Albinism.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Scott M. Steidl
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Scott M. Steidl
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    EyeCare Medical Group Optical Shop

    53 Sewall St, 
    Portland, ME 
    207-773-6336
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Scott Steidl is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Steidl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endophthalmitis, Retinal Vein Occlusion, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Kurt H. Kelley
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Kurt H. Kelley
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Nickerson Optical

    8 Mason St, 
    Brunswick, ME 
    207-729-7971
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Kurt Kelley is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Brunswick, Maine. Dr. Kelley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Glaucoma.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    Western Maine Pediatrics

    193 Main St, 
    Norway, ME 
    207-743-0027
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Martin Whitaker is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Norway, Maine. Dr. Whitaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Entropion.

    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Ann M. Chiu
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Usher Syndrome

    Dr. Ann M. Chiu
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    146 Academy St # D, 
    Presque Isle, ME 
    207-764-7900
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ann Chiu is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Presque Isle, Maine. Dr. Chiu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Meibomianitis, Glaucoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Cataract.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    What is the definition of Usher Syndrome?

    Usher syndrome is a condition characterized by partial or total hearing loss and vision loss that worsens over time. The hearing loss is classified as sensorineural, which means that it is caused by abnormalities of the inner ear. The loss of vision is caused by an eye disease called retinitis pigmentosa (RP), which affects the layer of light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye (the retina). Vision loss occurs as the light-sensing cells of the retina gradually break down. Loss of night vision begins first, followed by blind spots that develop in the side (peripheral) vision. Over time, these blind spots enlarge and merge to produce tunnel vision. In some cases, vision is further impaired by clouding of the lens of the eye (cataracts). However, many people with retinitis pigmentosa retain some central vision throughout their lives.

    When should I see an Usher Syndrome doctor near Portland, ME?

    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 Usher Syndrome doctor near Portland, ME?

    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 Usher Syndrome doctor near Portland, ME?

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

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    How does MediFind rank Usher Syndrome doctors near Portland, ME?

    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 Usher Syndrome doctors near Portland, ME?

    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 Usher Syndrome doctor near Portland, ME?

    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 Usher Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Usher Syndrome 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 Usher Syndrome doctor near Portland, ME?

    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 Usher Syndrome 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 Usher Syndrome 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 Usher Syndrome doctors near Portland, ME?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Usher Syndrome 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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