Overview
Dr. Jay Stewart is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating disorders of the retina and vitreous (the thick transparent substance that fills the center of the eye). His expertise includes conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, ocular trauma, retinal detachment, retinal vascular diseases and uveitis (swelling of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye). In his research, Stewart studies diabetic retinopathy, drug delivery to the eye, and the permeability and biomechanics of eye tissues. Stewart earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School and completed a residency in ophthalmology at UCSF. He completed a fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute and won the vitreoretinal surgery award from the Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation, which funds outstanding young scholars. Stewart is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists and Retina Society.
Dr. Stewart is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.
Dr. Stewart is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 154 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Stewart is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
490 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA 94158
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jay M. Stewart
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jay M. Stewart?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jay M. Stewart by calling their office at 415-353-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jay M. Stewart a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jay M. Stewart is classified as an Elite expert for Retinal Detachment, 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. Jay M. Stewart specialize in?
While Dr. Jay M. Stewart is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, 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. Jay M. Stewart participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jay M. Stewart has published 154 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Jay M. Stewart's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jay M. Stewart accept my insurance?
Dr. Jay M. Stewart accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Stewart isElite. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Stewart isElite. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- VitrectomyDr. Stewart isElite. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Distinguished
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Stewart isDistinguished. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Stewart isDistinguished. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Stewart isDistinguished. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Stewart isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- UveitisDr. Stewart isDistinguished. Learn about Uveitis.
- Advanced
- CataractDr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- CMV RetinitisDr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about CMV Retinitis.
- Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)Dr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).
- GlaucomaDr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Isolated Ectopia LentisDr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about Isolated Ectopia Lentis.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada DiseaseDr. Stewart isAdvanced. Learn about Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Cataract RemovalDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Cogan's SyndromeDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Cogan's Syndrome.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Familial Exudative VitreoretinopathyDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and RetinaDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina.
- HyphemaDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Metastatic Uveal MelanomaDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Uveal Melanoma.
- NearsightednessDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- PapilledemaDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Papilledema.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- PterygiumDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Pterygium.
- PtosisDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- ScleritisDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- TrabeculectomyDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Trabeculectomy.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- Uveal MelanomaDr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about Uveal Melanoma.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Stewart isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).