Jed Assam

Dr. Jed Assam

Ophthalmology
VRA Vision
5418 E Arrowhead Pkwy, 
Sioux Falls, SD 
VRA Vision
5418 E Arrowhead Pkwy, 
Sioux Falls, SD 

Overview

Dr. Assam is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained retina specialist dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of complex retinal diseases.

His clinical expertise includes managing conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), retinal detachment (RD), macular holes, epiretinal membranes, and complications from ocular trauma or surgery. He specializes in retinal laser procedures, intravitreal injections, and advanced vitreoretinal surgery.

Dr. Assam earned a masters degree in Human Clinical Anatomy from Creighton University before attending medical school at the USD Sanford School of Medicine. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, where he served as Chief Resident and was named Intern of the Year. He then pursued a highly competitive two-year fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, where he trained under nationally recognized leaders in retina care.

His clinical expertise encompasses Amblyopia, Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Graves Disease.

Dr. Assam is board certified in Board-Certified. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles.

Residency

University Of Texas Medical Branch Hospital|university Of Texas At Galveston / Medical Branch

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in SD

Board Certifications

Board-Certified

Hospital Affiliations

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Cigna
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HealthPartners
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Highmark
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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
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Medica
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Primewest Health System
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Sanford
  • HMO
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Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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Wellmark
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Locations

VRA Vision
5418 E Arrowhead Pkwy, Sioux Falls, SD 57110

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jed Assam

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jed Assam?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Jed Assam by calling their office at 605-705-3322. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Jed Assam a top-rated expert for Amblyopia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jed Assam is classified as an Experienced expert for Amblyopia, 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. Jed Assam specialize in?

While Dr. Jed Assam is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Amblyopia, Retinal Detachment, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Jed Assam accept my insurance?

Dr. Jed Assam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Avera Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-705-3322 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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