Dr. James George is a board-certified ophthalmologist with special interests in cataract surgery, LASIK surgery, and comprehensive eye exams. Dr. George has performed thousands of refractive procedures and cataract surgeries.
Dr. James George is a board-certified ophthalmologist with special interests in cataract surgery, LASIK surgery, and comprehensive eye exams. Dr. George has performed thousands of refractive procedures and cataract surgeries.
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Very knowledgeable, nice and helpful.
(4 days ago)
Jul-2026
I'm thrilled to be Dr. George's patient. He has a great "bed side manner". He thoroughly explains options, explains procedure, he listens to questions. I feel I am in good hands!!
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. George is very pleasant and easy to take to. He listens to your questions and concerns and make you feel heard.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
He knows what he’s doing and communicates. I like him a lot.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Always Professional...Quick and Precise As Usual!
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Expertise! Warm and kind professional.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Dr. George is always great! Friendly, professional and always answers all my questions.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Great demeanor. Works with patients as partners and instills total confidence. Very pleased with my first cataract surgery.
(2 months ago)
May-2026
he was very personable and informative. I will come back and see him again.
(2 months ago)
May-2026
Always appreciate how Dr. George explains so well his findings after my eye exams. He is so kind when answering any questions I may have.
Dr. George graduated summa cum laude with a degree in biology from Creighton University. He then obtained his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and completed his residency in ophthalmology at the University of Minnesota, where he received the Harry Plotke, MD award given to the most outstanding senior resident. He joined St. Paul Eye Clinic in 1996 after completing his residency.
Dr. George has performed thousands of refractive procedures and cataract surgeries. He is VISX® certified to offer the latest in WaveFront CustomVue® LASIK and PRK, and he performs cataract surgery utilizing state-of-the-art technology and techniques for optimal visual recovery. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist with special interests in cataract surgery, LASIK surgery, and comprehensive eye exams.
Board-Certified: American Board of Ophthalmology, LASIK-Certified, VISX®-Certified
Residency: Ophthalmology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Internship: Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN
Medical Degree: University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
Bachelor of Science: Biology, Creighton University, Omaha, NE
Member: American Academy of Ophthalmology, Minnesota Academy of Ophthalmology, Minnesota Medical Association, Twin Cities Medical Society
Very knowledgeable, nice and helpful.
I'm thrilled to be Dr. George's patient. He has a great "bed side manner". He thoroughly explains options, explains procedure, he listens to questions. I feel I am in good hands!!
Dr. George is very pleasant and easy to take to. He listens to your questions and concerns and make you feel heard.
He knows what he’s doing and communicates. I like him a lot.
Always Professional...Quick and Precise As Usual!
Expertise! Warm and kind professional.
Dr. George is always great! Friendly, professional and always answers all my questions.
Great demeanor. Works with patients as partners and instills total confidence. Very pleased with my first cataract surgery.
he was very personable and informative. I will come back and see him again.
Always appreciate how Dr. George explains so well his findings after my eye exams. He is so kind when answering any questions I may have.