Dr. Matthew Ward

OphthalmologyCornea Specialist
Iowa City, IA
(319) 356-3705
Accepts Medicare

Location

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242

Areas of Expertise

Corneal And External Eye Diseases
Ocular Surface Disease
Refractive Surgery For Nearsightedness
Refractive Surgery For Farsightedness
Refractive Surgery For Astigmatism
Refractive Surgery For Presbyopia
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About Me

Dr. Ward is an ophthalmologist who focuses on corneal and external eye diseases, cataracts, ocular surface disorders, and refractive surgery for conditions like nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia. His expertise encompasses both medical and surgical management of these eye conditions.

He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and actively involved in professional societies including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Cornea Society, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the International Society of Refractive Surgery, the Utah Ophthalmology Society, and the Iowa Eye Association. In addition, he holds a special role as an examiner for the American Board of Ophthalmology, contributing to the certification of other ophthalmologists.

Originally from Salt Lake City, Dr. Ward is dedicated to global health initiatives, regularly partnering with The Luke Commission in eSwatini to deliver medical and surgical eye care. His humanitarian efforts have extended to providing free medical services in Peru, Nepal, eSwatini, Romania, and the Republic of Moldova, reflecting his commitment to improving eye health worldwide.

Training

  • Research

    Schepens Eye Research Institute, Harvard Medical School

    Fellowship
  • University of Iowa

    Cornea and Refractive Surgery

    University of Iowa

    Fellowship
  • Medical/Surgical Internship

    Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    Residency
  • University of Iowa

    University of Iowa

    Residency
  • University of Utah

    Medical School

    University of Utah

    Medical School
  • Brigham Young University

    Undergraduate

    Brigham Young University

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
IA
License Numbers
40258