Dr. J. Edward Ysasaga, M.D., focuses on diseases and surgery of the retina at Southwest Retina Specialists, where he is known as “Dr. Eddie.” In 1992, he graduated from Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, then earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSC) in San Antonio in 1996.
Dr. Eddie interned at UTHSC through 1997, followed by a residency in general ophthalmology at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (part of the University of Miami system) from 1997 to 2000. He completed a Retina/Vitreous Fellowship at Bascom Palmer in 2001 and served as chief resident and clinical instructor there through 2002.
Dr. J. Edward Ysasaga, M.D., focuses on diseases and surgery of the retina at Southwest Retina Specialists, where he is known as “Dr. Eddie.” In 1992, he graduated from Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, then earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSC) in San Antonio in 1996.
Dr. Eddie interned at UTHSC through 1997, followed by a residency in general ophthalmology at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (part of the University of Miami system) from 1997 to 2000. He completed a Retina/Vitreous Fellowship at Bascom Palmer in 2001 and served as chief resident and clinical instructor there through 2002.
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Everyone is always professional. As usual, the wait was very long. But, considering the volume of patients handled that's to be expected.
(4 days ago)
Aug-2026
Always willing to answer any of your questions. Great doctor.
(5 days ago)
Aug-2026
I had to wait - BUT great things take time!
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
The Best,Proud to have you as my Dr.
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
Over 4 hours is a long time to sit, but it was expected.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Eddie is a great doctor.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
It’s a blessing to have such a wonderful doctor that truly cares for your eyes!! I so appreciate having Dr.Eddy caring for my eyes
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
He is nice. Glad they got a vending machine
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very easygoing and explains your situation very well!
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Knowledgeable, efficient, and friendly. Gives very clear and understandable explanations of my medical situation. Willing to listen and answer questions. An excellent doctor overall.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
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Southwest Retina Specialists
7411 Wallace Blvd Amarillo, TX 79106
Dr. J. Edward Ysasaga, M.D., focuses on diseases and surgery of the retina at Southwest Retina Specialists, where he is known as “Dr. Eddie.” In 1992, he graduated from Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, then earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSC) in San Antonio in 1996.
Dr. Eddie interned at UTHSC through 1997, followed by a residency in general ophthalmology at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (part of the University of Miami system) from 1997 to 2000. He completed a Retina/Vitreous Fellowship at Bascom Palmer in 2001 and served as chief resident and clinical instructor there through 2002.
He returned to Texas in 2002 to open a vitreoretinal private practice in Amarillo
Everyone is always professional. As usual, the wait was very long. But, considering the volume of patients handled that's to be expected.
Always willing to answer any of your questions. Great doctor.
I had to wait - BUT great things take time!
The Best,Proud to have you as my Dr.
Over 4 hours is a long time to sit, but it was expected.
Dr. Eddie is a great doctor.
It’s a blessing to have such a wonderful doctor that truly cares for your eyes!! I so appreciate having Dr.Eddy caring for my eyes
He is nice. Glad they got a vending machine
Very easygoing and explains your situation very well!
Knowledgeable, efficient, and friendly. Gives very clear and understandable explanations of my medical situation. Willing to listen and answer questions. An excellent doctor overall.