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Dr. Russell Edwards, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 71
Dr. Russell Edwards, MD
4.2 (17 Ratings)
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Dr. Russell Edwards, MD is an Ophthalmologist 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 Ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA.

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Dr. Edwards graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Russell Edwards, MD is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA and has 44 years experience. Dr. Edwards currently practices 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. Dr. Edwards' 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
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anisocoria
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Anterior Scleritis
Astigmatism
Bell's Palsy
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Blindness
Blocked Tear Duct
Cataract
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Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
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)
Dry Eyes
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Ectropion of Eyelid
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Exotropia
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Eyelid Disorders
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Optic Neuritis
Paralytic Strabismus
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Presbyopia
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Pterygium
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Hemangioma
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Strabismus
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Uveitis
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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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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

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Medical Education
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    1980
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  • Ophthalmology
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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