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Jay M. Stewart, MD
Ophthalmology (Retina)- Telehealth Visits
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Jay M. Stewart, MD
Ophthalmology (Retina)- Telehealth Visits
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About me
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.
Education & training
Board certification
- Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology
Fellowship
- Vitreoretinal Surgery, LAC - USC Medical Center - Pediatrics
Residency
- Ophthalmology, UCSF Medical Center - OMAG
Internship
- Medicine, Brigham and Womens Hospital GME
Degree
- MD, Harvard Medical School
Academic title
- Clinical Professor
My expertise
Specialties
- Ophthalmology (Retina)
Locations
My research
Publications
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- July 19, 20265 out of 5 Stars
If you had an "excellent" box, I would have clicked it for Dr. Stewart. He was outstanding and far better than the other retina specialists in explaining my issues and what could be done. I am very happy with his help.
- July 18, 20265 out of 5 Stars
My comfort was always considered.
- July 11, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Jay Stewart is amazing. He is skilled, professional, and represents excellence in a doctor/surgeon.
- July 1, 20265 out of 5 Stars
You need higher numbers on this scale to rate Dr. Stewart. He is 10+, easily. Top 5 overall in my 70 years. Exceptional at the least.
- June 17, 20265 out of 5 Stars
If I always recommend it
- June 3, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Absolutely excellent
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