Overview
Dr. Matthew Thurtell, M.B.B.S. is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Thurtell graduated from University of Sydney and completed his residency at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Dr. Thurtell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thurtell’s practice accepts Aetna, Bravo Health, Cigna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thurtell’s office at (319) 356-1616.Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Ophthalmologist
Education & Training
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (Residency)
Neuro-ophthalmology, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH (Fellowship)
Neuro-ophthalmology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA (Fellowship)
Medical Degree - University of Sydney
Languages
English
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by an Ophthalmologist, like Dr. Matthew Thurtell, may include:
Blindness, Cataracts, Chalazion, Color Blindness, Dry Eyes, Glaucoma, Hyperopia, Macular Degeneration, Myopia, Optic Neuritis, Presbyopia, ROP (Retinopathy of Prematurity) and Strabismus
Please contact Dr. Thurtell's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by an Ophthalmologist, like Dr. Matthew Thurtell, may include:
Cataract Removal, Corneal Specialist Consultation, Corneal Specialist Follow Up, Dark Adaptometry, Diabetes Care - Eye Exam, Electro-oculography (EOG), Electroretinography (ERG), Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Surgery Consultation, Eye Surgery Follow Up, Eye Tumor Consultation, General Eye Consultation, General Eye Follow Up, Glaucoma Consultation, Glaucoma Follow Up, Gonioscopy, Lasik Surgery, Lasik Surgery Consultation, Lasik Surgery Follow up, Lower Eyelid Bag Removal, Neuro-Ophthalmology Consultation, Neuro-Ophthalmology Follow Up, Non-Surgical Consultation, Ocular Oncology Consultation, Ocular Oncology Follow Up, Ocular Tumor Consultation, Oculoplastic Surgery Consultation, Oculoplastic Surgery Follow Up, Ophthalmic Pathology Evaluation, Ophthalmologic Electrophysiology Evaluation, Ophthalmoscopy, Orbital Disease Consultation, Orbital Disease Follow Up, Orbital Fracture/Trauma Consultation, Orthokeratology / Corneal Refractive Therapy, Pachymetry, Pediatric Eye Consultation, Pediatric Eye Follow Up, Perimetry, Refractive Surgery Consultation, Refractive Surgery Follow Up, Retina Consultation, Retina Follow Up, Retina Surgery Consultation, Retina Surgery Follow Up, Revisional Eyelid Surgery Consultation, Tonometry, Uveitis Consultation, Uveitis Follow Up, Vitreous Surgery Consultation and Vitreous Surgery Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thurtell's office.
Insurances
Top Insurances
Aetna
Bravo Health
Cigna
Medicare
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Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Matthew Thurtell accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Thurtell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Thurtell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thurtell's office at (319) 356-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Dr. Matthew Thurtell offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Thurtell's office at (319) 356-1616 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Dr. Matthew Thurtell speak?
Dr. Matthew Thurtell speaks English.
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