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Dr. Russell Edwards, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 71
Dr. Russell Edwards, MD
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Dr. Russell Edwards, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. Russell Edwards, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 71
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
Dr. Russell Edwards, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in San Diego, CA.

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Dr. Russell Edwards, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in San Diego, CA and has 44 years experience. They graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. At present, Dr. Edwards received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Edwards is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
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Anterior Scleritis
Astigmatism
Bell's Palsy
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Blindness
Blocked Tear Duct
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Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chalazion
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Chorioretinitis
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Diseases
Corneal Erosion
Cyclotropia
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diplopia
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Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
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Eyelid Disorders
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Presbyopia
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Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Hemangioma
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
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Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vertical Heterophoria
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharorrhaphy
Cataract Removal Surgery
Conjunctivoplasty
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Extraocular Muscle Surgery
Eye Test
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Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Glaucoma Surgery
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Orbital Decompression and Orbitotomy
Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Strabismus Surgery
Tear Duct Surgery
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening

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Locations

  1. 1 Russell P Edwards MD Apc
    3969 4th Ave Ste 301, San Diego, CA 92103
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Sep 22, 2017
I was sent on an emergency basis today for his expertise, immediate treatment. And consolation for vision loss. I was very impressed with his urgency to treat me , his staff knowledge, and his professionalism and decision making. He has earned the respect of his profession.
Ivy westmoreland in San Diego, CA — Sep 22, 2017
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Ophthalmology
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  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    1980
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  • Ophthalmology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Russell Edwards, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Edwards' profile.

Dr. Russell Edwards, MD is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.

Yes, Dr. Russell Edwards, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

    4077 5th Ave, San Diego, CA