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Dr. Jessica Yang Walia

Ophthalmology Cornea Specialist

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Dr. Jessica Walia

Ophthalmology Cornea Specialist

Saint Louis, MO

Areas of Expertise

Cornea and External Disease
Ocular Surface Disorders
Corneal Infections and Inflammation
Corneal Dystrophies and Degenerations
Corneal Trauma and Scarring

About Me

Dr. Jessica Yang Walia is a cornea and external disease specialist at Washington University in St. Louis. She cares for adults with a wide range of corneal and ocular surface disorders, from dry eye and inflammatory conditions to complex infections and scarring. In addition to subspecialty care, she provides comprehensive ophthalmic evaluations and works closely with referring providers to coordinate long-term management. Dr. Walia earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois in Chicago, completed ophthalmology residency at the University of Florida in Gainesville, and went on to a fellowship in cornea and external diseases at Washington University in St. Louis. She serves as an assistant professor of ophthalmology with a focus on cornea and external disease. Dr. Walia is dedicated to patient education and shared decision-making, taking time to explain diagnoses, set expectations, and design treatment plans that fit each patient’s visual needs and daily life.

Training

  • Washington University in St. Louis
    Cornea and External Diseases
    Washington University in St. Louis
    Fellowship
    2023
  • Ophthalmology
    University of Florida, Gainesville
    Residency
    2022
  • University of Illinois, Chicago
    Medical Degree
    University of Illinois, Chicago
    Medical School
    2018

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    MO
  • License Numbers:
    2022016366

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