Overview
Jessica Shantha is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California.
Dr. Shantha is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Uveitis, Neuroretinitis, Scleritis, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 125 peer reviewed articles.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- HMO
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE MAPD
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.
Ophthalmology Clinic
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Retina And Vitreous Clinic
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), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Stewart is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Stewart is currently accepting new patients.
Office
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jessica Shantha
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jessica Shantha?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jessica Shantha by calling their office at 415-476-1442. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jessica Shantha a top-rated expert for Uveitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jessica Shantha is classified as an Elite expert for Uveitis, 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. Jessica Shantha specialize in?
While Dr. Jessica Shantha is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Uveitis, Neuroretinitis, and Scleritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Jessica Shantha participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jessica Shantha has published 125 articles and abstracts on conditions like Uveitis. You can view a list of Dr. Jessica Shantha's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jessica Shantha accept my insurance?
Dr. Jessica Shantha accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-476-1442 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- UveitisDr. Shantha isElite. Learn about Uveitis.
- Distinguished
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Shantha isDistinguished. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Shantha isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- ScleritisDr. Shantha isDistinguished. Learn about Scleritis.
- Advanced
- CataractDr. Shantha isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Cataract RemovalDr. Shantha isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- CMV RetinitisDr. Shantha isAdvanced. Learn about CMV Retinitis.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Shantha isAdvanced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- EndophthalmitisDr. Shantha isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- EpiscleritisDr. Shantha isAdvanced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- Experienced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Shantha isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Cat Scratch DiseaseDr. Shantha isExperienced. Learn about Cat Scratch Disease.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Shantha isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Shantha isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- GlaucomaDr. Shantha isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.

