James F. Vander
Expertise in
14
conditions

Dr. James F. Vander

Ophthalmology
Jefferson Health
4060 Butler Pike, Suite 200, 
Plymouth Meeting, PA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
14
conditions
Jefferson Health
4060 Butler Pike, Suite 200, 
Plymouth Meeting, PA 
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Overview

James Vander is an Ophthalmologist in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. Dr. Vander is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Endophthalmitis, Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Vander is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 42 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Michigan Medical School

Residency

University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in NJ

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology

Fellowships

Wills Eye Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Jefferson Abington Hospital
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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Cigna
  • EPO
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Devoted Health
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Geisinger
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Health Partners Plans
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Horizon Healthcare
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Humana
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Medicaid
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UPMC
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Locations

4060 Butler Pike, Suite 200, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Call: 800-331-6634
Other Locations
840 Walnut Street, Floor 10, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Call: 800-331-6634

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Vander 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.

Retinitis Pigmentosa
Retinoblastoma

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Clinical Trials

Effect of Topical Aqueous Suppressants on Response to Intravitreal Anti-vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Injections in Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), Retinal Vein Occlusions (RVO) or Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).
Effect of Topical Aqueous Suppressants on Response to Intravitreal Anti-vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Injections in Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), Retinal Vein Occlusions (RVO) or Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 03, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2

42 Total Publications

Novel method of detection of birefringent ocular amyloidosis deposits using monochromatic wavelengths of scanning laser ophthalmoscopy.
Novel method of detection of birefringent ocular amyloidosis deposits using monochromatic wavelengths of scanning laser ophthalmoscopy.
Journal: Retina (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Published: September 02, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James F. Vander

How do I make an appointment with Dr. James F. Vander?

You can book an appointment with Dr. James F. Vander by calling their office at 800-331-6634. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. James F. Vander a top-rated expert for Endophthalmitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James F. Vander is classified as an Elite expert for Endophthalmitis, 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 F. Vander specialize in?

While Dr. James F. Vander is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Endophthalmitis, Retinal Detachment, 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. James F. Vander participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. James F. Vander has published 42 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endophthalmitis. You can view a list of Dr. James F. Vander's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. James F. Vander accept my insurance?

Dr. James F. Vander accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-331-6634 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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  • Endophthalmitis
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  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
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  • Retinal Artery Occlusion
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  • Retinal Detachment
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  • Retinal Vein Occlusion
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  • Hyphema
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  • Neuroretinitis
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  • Scleritis
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  • Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)
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  • Cataract
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  • Cataract Removal
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