Dr. Douglas Snyder

Dr. Douglas Snyder is an ophthalmologist specializing in neuro-ophthalmology, adult strabismus, and comprehensive eye care, including cataract surgery. He sees adult patients throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area and provides care for pediatric patients when they require neuro-ophthalmology evaluations. Dr. Snyder provides a full range of services, from routine eye care to advanced procedures such as cataract surgery and treatment for complex eye movement disorders. His approach to medicine centers on collaboration, he believes patients should be empowered to make informed decisions about their care. He is committed to improving quality and safety in ophthalmology and continually works to enhance the patient experience. Dr. Snyder is an assistant professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. His research interests include quality and process improvement, reducing diagnostic errors, and understanding conditions such as idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Dr. Snyder is a member of the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

His clinical expertise encompasses Increased Intracranial Pressure, Papilledema, Strabismus, and Cataract.

Dr. Snyder is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.