Overview
James Bell is board certified in ophthalmology. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Kenyon College in Gambier, OH and earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Louisville, KY. He completed his internship in internal medicine from the University of Utah Department of Internal Medicine in Salt Lake City, UT. He also completed his residency in ophthalmology and his fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery from the University of Utah Department of Ophthalmology-Salt Lake City. Dr. Bell participates in both clinic and surgery. His interests include diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachments, ocular inflammatory disorders, infections of the retina, and retinal artery and vein disorders. Bell is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists. In his free time, Dr. Bell enjoys outdoor activities including hiking, swimming, downhill and cross-country skiing, and fishing. He also enjoys watching college sports and participating in local and international volunteer work.
Dr. Bell is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Geographic Atrophy.
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Locations
2850 Okeeffe Ave., Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Bell has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James Bell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Bell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Bell by calling their office at 608-282-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James Bell a top-rated expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Bell is classified as an Advanced expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, 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. James Bell specialize in?
While Dr. James Bell is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. James Bell accept my insurance?
Dr. James Bell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-282-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Bell isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Bell isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
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- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Cone DystrophyDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.