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Matthew Appenzeller, MD
Midwest Eye Care
Ophthalmology
43rd & Dodge, 135th & California, 72nd & Giles, 181st & Q, Council Bluffs
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.9
588 Ratings
206 Comments
Dr. Matthew Appenzeller, M.D. is a specialist in medical and surgical treatment of the vitreous, retina, diabetic eye diseases and cataracts. Dr. Appenzeller is Board Certified in Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retina Specialists and the Nebraska Association of Eye Physicians and Surgeons (NAEPS). He served as president for NAEPS in 2018.
4.9
588 Ratings
206 Comments
Dr. Matthew Appenzeller, M.D. is a specialist in medical and surgical treatment of the vitreous, retina, diabetic eye diseases and cataracts. Dr. Appenzeller is Board Certified in Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retina Specialists and the Nebraska Association of Eye Physicians and Surgeons (NAEPS). He served as president for NAEPS in 2018.
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Dr. Matthew Appenzeller, M.D. is a specialist in medical and surgical treatment of the vitreous, retina, diabetic eye diseases and cataracts.
A native of South Carolina, Dr. Appenzeller received his bachelor’s degree in biology and dramatic art at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After graduation, he was accepted into Teach for America, and he taught eight- and ninth-grade science in rural Louisiana for two years. It was during his time in the student clinic that he realized an appreciation for medicine, and he decided to leave teaching and enter medical school.
Dr. Appenzeller returned to South Carolina to attend the Medical University of South Carolina. He completed a one-year internship in internal medicine and a three-year residency in ophthalmology at the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Appenzeller completed his formal medical training with a fellowship in Vitreo-retinal surgery and medicine at the Cincinnati Eye Institute.
After his fellowship program, Dr. Appenzeller moved to North Carolina to practice at Alamance Eye Center from 2010 to 2015. During that time, his wife began studies for a PhD in Early Childhood Development and Deaf Education. Upon approaching completion of her degree, the couple began searching for a city that would provide a professional home for both of them. Dr. Appenzeller and his family are very excited to move to Omaha.
Dr. Appenzeller is Board Certified in Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retina Specialists and the Nebraska Association of Eye Physicians and Surgeons (NAEPS). He served as president for NAEPS in 2018.
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My recent appointment with Dr. Appenzeller was really good. The information I was looking for and options for treatment were provided in a clear and comfortable manner. Highly recommended.
Dr. Appenzeller always explains what he is doing. I appreciate knowing what he is doing, what the outcome should be and if there is anymore that can be done.
He is a great Dr he did a great job on my eyes. So happy I went to him.
Very knowledgeable
Great doctor
Continues to provide a high level of knowledge and compassion
He's very knowledgable.
The best o the best
Dr. Appenzeller is an excellent doctor, with a comfortable communication style. He encourages questions, and is very thorough with his explanations. He is not reactionary, nor is he forceful with his recommendations, seeking to assure the patient that his suggestions are the best direction for the situation and welcoming input. I would recommend him to anyone dealing with eye issues.
Attentive and responsive to questions.