
Overview
Kimberly Stepien, MD, is a UW Health ophthalmologist (eye specialist) with expertise in retinal diseases and disorders. She's also a professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Stepien diagnoses and treats inherited retinal disease, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, blocked retinal blood vessels (retinal vascular occlusions) and other eye conditions. She directs a subspecialty clinic for patients with inherited retinal disease. These include retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and rare genetic disorders, such as Stargardt disease.Taking a personalized approach to care, Dr. Stepien treats patients with respect and compassion. She helps them understand their condition and treatment options, focusing on unique needs and preferences. Dr. Stepien empowers patients and their families to make health care decisions that work best for them.In addition to patient care, Dr. Stepien researches inherited retinal diseases and advanced imaging. She leads clinical trials to better understand and treat retinal diseases. Dr. Stepien co-directs the Wisconsin Advanced Imaging of the Visual System (WAIVS) lab. Her team explores innovative high-resolution imaging of the eyes.In her free time, Dr. Stepien enjoys spending time with her family, running, hiking, gardening and other outdoor activities.Eyesight impacts almost every aspect of our lives. To help a person see or to keep a person seeing significantly improves their quality of life and is very rewarding.
Dr. Stepien is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Usher Syndrome, Stargardt Macular Degeneration, Choroideremia, and Jalili Syndrome.
Dr. Stepien is board certified in Ophthalmology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 37 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.
Graduate Institution
Residency
Specialties
Licenses
Board Certifications
Fellowships
Hospital Affiliations
Languages Spoken
Gender
Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- POS
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2880 University Ave, Madison, WI 53705
5249 E Terrace Dr, Madison, WI 53718
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Stepien 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.
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.
2 Clinical Trials
UW Health Remote Dispensing Services
Barbara Blodi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Blodi is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Vein Occlusion, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, and Vitrectomy.
University Station Eye Care Clinic
Laura Kopplin, MD, PhD, is a UW Health ophthalmologist who treats inflammatory eye conditions. Dr. Kopplin also is an associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.When meeting a patient for the first time, Dr. Kopplin works hard to put together the patient’s entire story. The first appointment is often several hours long. It includes a full eye exam, a review of past medical records and a discussion about the condition and treatment options to help the patient.Dr. Kopplin understands that serious eye conditions can cause fear and anxiety. She listens to her patients and helps them work through those feelings. She helps them understand what to expect with their treatments and future appointments.In addition to seeing patients, Dr. Kopplin's research includes new treatments for autoimmune eye diseases.Outside the clinic, Dr. Kopplin enjoys spending time with her daughter, reading science fiction books and traveling.My goal for my patients is to control their eye disease and preserve their vision. Dr. Kopplin is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scleritis, Episcleritis, Uveitis, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Kopplin is board certified in Ophthalmology.
Office
Burton Kushner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Kushner is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, Duane-Radial Ray Syndrome, and Isolated Duane Retraction Syndrome.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kimberly Stepien
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kimberly Stepien?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kimberly Stepien by calling their office at 608-916-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kimberly Stepien a top-rated expert for Usher Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kimberly Stepien is classified as an Distinguished expert for Usher 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. Kimberly Stepien specialize in?
While Dr. Kimberly Stepien is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Usher Syndrome, Stargardt Macular Degeneration, and Choroideremia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Kimberly Stepien participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kimberly Stepien has published 37 articles and abstracts on conditions like Usher Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Kimberly Stepien's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kimberly Stepien accept my insurance?
Dr. Kimberly Stepien accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-916-2020 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
- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Stepien isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- ChoroideremiaDr. Stepien isDistinguished. Learn about Choroideremia.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Stepien isDistinguished. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis ImperfectaDr. Stepien isDistinguished. Learn about Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Stepien isDistinguished. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Stepien isDistinguished. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Advanced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- AlbinismDr. Stepien isAdvanced. Learn about Albinism.
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Stepien isAdvanced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- CHARGE SyndromeDr. Stepien isAdvanced. Learn about CHARGE Syndrome.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Stepien isAdvanced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Stepien isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Experienced
- CataractDr. Stepien isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Stepien isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Stepien isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Color BlindnessDr. Stepien isExperienced. Learn about Color Blindness.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Stepien isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Stepien isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
