Dr. John Jarstad

Dr. John S. Jarstad is an ophthalmologist at the USF Health Department of Ophthalmology in Tampa, Florida, where he provides comprehensive eye care for adults and geriatric patients. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is known for his thorough, communicative approach to patient care.

Dr. Jarstad treats a wide range of eye conditions and performs cataract surgery, a procedure frequently mentioned by his patients. He takes time to explain diagnoses and treatment plans, ensuring patients understand their options and feel at ease. His multilingual abilities allow him to connect with patients who speak English, Spanish, German, Korean, Russian, or Indonesian.

Dr. Jarstad completed his residency and internship in ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic, followed by a fellowship in nuclear medicine at the National Institutes of Health Clinical Center. He earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and remains active in teaching residents at USF Health.