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.
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Superior service. Friendly and helpful staff. Dr Stephens is an excellent doctor. Very helpful, attentive, good listener and very thorough.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent doctor. Very skilled and communicates well.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. Stephenson and his entire team are absolutely exceptional. They always go above and beyond to care for their patients, treating everyone with kindness, patience, and respect. Dr. Stephenson takes the time to explain everything clearly and thoroughly, which immediately puts you at ease and makes you feel confident in your care. His compassion and dedication truly set him apart—not only as a highly skilled doctor but also as a genuinely caring person. Thank you, Dr. Stephenson, for the incredible care you provide. You are truly a blessing to your patients!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very nice Doctor. Made me feel very comfortable
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very personable and informative.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. Stevens very reliable physician look forward to having my cataracts done by him
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
May need to reschedule operations. Please call m first thing Monday morning
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr Stephens was very informative, professional, kind and had a great sense of humor. He also had Dr Champagne (Dr Bubbles ) with him who had a beautiful smile.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Informative and friendly
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
He is always so thorough and explains everything well! He has an excellent bedside manner and cares about his patients!
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
Superior service. Friendly and helpful staff. Dr Stephens is an excellent doctor. Very helpful, attentive, good listener and very thorough.
Excellent doctor. Very skilled and communicates well.
Dr. Stephenson and his entire team are absolutely exceptional. They always go above and beyond to care for their patients, treating everyone with kindness, patience, and respect. Dr. Stephenson takes the time to explain everything clearly and thoroughly, which immediately puts you at ease and makes you feel confident in your care. His compassion and dedication truly set him apart—not only as a highly skilled doctor but also as a genuinely caring person. Thank you, Dr. Stephenson, for the incredible care you provide. You are truly a blessing to your patients!
Very nice Doctor. Made me feel very comfortable
Very personable and informative.
Dr. Stevens very reliable physician look forward to having my cataracts done by him
May need to reschedule operations. Please call m first thing Monday morning
Dr Stephens was very informative, professional, kind and had a great sense of humor. He also had Dr Champagne (Dr Bubbles ) with him who had a beautiful smile.
Informative and friendly
He is always so thorough and explains everything well! He has an excellent bedside manner and cares about his patients!