Dr. J. David Stephens completed a Cornea and Glaucoma Fellowship at Vance Thompson Vision in Sioux Falls, SD, and he can diagnose and treat the full spectrum of corneal disorders. He specializes in the detection and treatment of Corneal Treatments, Laser-Guided Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma Surgery, and Custom Wavefront LASIK.
Dr. J. David Stephens completed a Cornea and Glaucoma Fellowship at Vance Thompson Vision in Sioux Falls, SD, and he can diagnose and treat the full spectrum of corneal disorders. He specializes in the detection and treatment of Corneal Treatments, Laser-Guided Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma Surgery, and Custom Wavefront LASIK.
Corneal disorders can affect the way that you process visual information and lead to distorted or absent vision. Tyson Eye realizes how much one relies on their vision. With his extensive training and education, Dr. Stephens can diagnose and treat the full spectrum of corneal disorders.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- Vance Thompson Vision, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Cornea and Glaucoma Fellowship, July 2018-July 2019
- Wills Eye Hospital Residency at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Ophthalmology Residency Program, 2015-2018
John Peter Smith Hospital, Fort Worth, Texas
- Transitional Year Residency Program, 2014-2015
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Doctor of Medicine with Special Distinction, May 2014
Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee, Oklahoma
- Bachelors of Science in Biology, May 2010
Specializing in detection and treatment of:
Corneal Treatments
Laser-Guided Cataract Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Custom Wavefront LASIK
SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS
American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
American Medical Association
LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
SEE International Resident Education Program
San Felipe National Residency Program, Tegucigalpa, Honduras, 2019
Wills International Resident Experience
Tenwek Eye Hospital, Bomet, Kenya, 2018
Christian Opthalmology Society Annual conference
Grand rounds presenter, conference attendee, 2017
American Academy of Opthalmology Advocacy Day
Resident Advocacy Ambassador, 2016

Excellent doctor who tr take the time to explain in terms that are easy to understand.
Excellent
Dr. Stephens and his technician Veronika were extremely thorough and explained my glaucoma condition in terms that I could easily understand. Outstanding technology.
He listened intently and explained things clearly in layman terms.
Dr. Stephens has helped me by giving me a shot in my eyes. Very nice and concerned Doctor. I would recommend him. Judy Ess
very personal and sweet does a great job
Very informative and through
This was my first time meeting Dr Stephens. He was so clear and concise with his explanation of my procedure. I wish I would have come to him years ago! I have complete confidence in the staff at this location in Estero
Professional, well informed on glaucoma and cataract surgery and treatments. Listens to patients
I’ve never known Dr. Stephens to be anything other than excellent.