Expertise in
26
conditions

Dr. John D. Sheppard

Ophthalmology
241 Corporate Blvd, 
Norfolk, VA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
26
conditions
241 Corporate Blvd, 
Norfolk, VA 

Overview

John Sheppard is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia.

Dr. Sheppard is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Uveitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant.

Dr. Sheppard is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 69 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. Dr. Sheppard is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in VA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Fellowships

University of CA at San Francisco Medical Center - 1988

Hospital Affiliations

SQCN Provider
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Dominion National
  • MEDICARE PDP
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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HealthKeepers
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Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Optima Health
  • HMO
  • POS
Sentara Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Virginia Premier Health Plan
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Virginia Surgery Center/Virginia Eye Consultants
241 Corporate Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502
Other Locations
Virginia Eye Consultants
2463 Pruden Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23434

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.

4 Clinical Trials

A Phase III, Double-Masked, Randomized, Controlled Trial of KPI-121 in Postsurgical Inflammation
A Phase III, Double-Masked, Randomized, Controlled Trial of KPI-121 in Postsurgical Inflammation
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 29, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Double-Masked, Randomized, Controlled Study of KPI-121 0.25% Ophthalmic Suspension Compared to Vehicle in Subjects With Dry Eye Disease
A Phase 3, Double-Masked, Randomized, Controlled Study of KPI-121 0.25% Ophthalmic Suspension Compared to Vehicle in Subjects With Dry Eye Disease
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 05, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
Randomized, Double-Masked, Parallel Group Study of P-321 Ophthalmic Solution Compared to Placebo in Subjects With Dry Eye Disease Assessing Safety and Efficacy Over 28 Days
Randomized, Double-Masked, Parallel Group Study of P-321 Ophthalmic Solution Compared to Placebo in Subjects With Dry Eye Disease Assessing Safety and Efficacy Over 28 Days
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: October 11, 2018
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Prospective, Multicenter, Randomized, Parallel-Arm, Bilateral, Double-Masked, Vehicle Controlled Feasibility Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of OTX-DP for the Treatment of Dry Eye
A Prospective, Multicenter, Randomized, Parallel-Arm, Bilateral, Double-Masked, Vehicle Controlled Feasibility Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of OTX-DP for the Treatment of Dry Eye
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 29, 2018
Intervention Type: Drug, Other
Study Phase: Phase 2
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69 Total Publications

Updated ocular pharmacology for noninfectious uveitis: a comprehensive expert review.
Updated ocular pharmacology for noninfectious uveitis: a comprehensive expert review.
Journal: Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy
Published: August 19, 2026
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Is Dr. John D. Sheppard a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John D. Sheppard is classified as an Elite expert for Dry Eye Syndrome, 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. John D. Sheppard specialize in?

While Dr. John D. Sheppard is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Uveitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. John D. Sheppard participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. John D. Sheppard has published 69 articles and abstracts on conditions like Dry Eye Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. John D. Sheppard's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. John D. Sheppard accept my insurance?

Dr. John D. Sheppard accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 757-622-2200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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