Overview
Dr. Geoffrey Tufty practices ophthalmology and is fellowship trained, specializing in children's eye surgery. He treats pediatric eye conditions including: He also serves as clinical associate professor in the department of surgery and pediatrics at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine; and department chair for the Sanford Eye Clinic. He and Dr. Hayley Klein are the region’s only fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologists. Speaks: English.
Dr. Tufty is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Oculocutaneous Albinism, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
Dr. Tufty is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1621 S. Minnesota Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Geoffrey Tufty
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Geoffrey Tufty?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Geoffrey Tufty by calling their office at 605-328-9200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Geoffrey Tufty a top-rated expert for Strabismus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Geoffrey Tufty is classified as an Advanced expert for Strabismus, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Geoffrey Tufty specialize in?
While Dr. Geoffrey Tufty is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Strabismus, Oculocutaneous Albinism, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Geoffrey Tufty participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Geoffrey Tufty has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Strabismus. You can view a list of Dr. Geoffrey Tufty's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Geoffrey Tufty accept my insurance?
Dr. Geoffrey Tufty accepts most major insurance plans, including Avera Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-328-9200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- StrabismusDr. Tufty isAdvanced. Learn about Strabismus.
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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Agyria Pachygyria PolymicrogyriaDr. Tufty isExperienced. Learn about Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria.
- AmblyopiaDr. Tufty isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Bilateral Perisylvian PolymicrogyriaDr. Tufty isExperienced. Learn about Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria.
- Brown SyndromeDr. Tufty isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- CHARGE SyndromeDr. Tufty isExperienced. Learn about CHARGE Syndrome.