Dr. Richard Yemm

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Bettendorf, IA

Areas of Expertise

Comprehensive Eye Health
General Eye Care
Retina Conditions
Diabetic Eye Disease
Vitreoretinal Surgery

About Me

Dr. Richard Yemm is a trusted ophthalmologist and eye surgeon serving patients in Bettendorf, IA, and Rock Island, IL. He specializes in cataract surgery, glaucoma care, and comprehensive eye health, providing individualized medical and surgical eye care focused on restoring clear vision and supporting long-term eye health. He explains findings in plain language, reviews options, and helps patients choose a plan that fits their needs and lifestyle.

Dr. Yemm earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria, where he graduated with honors. He completed an internal medicine internship at St. Joseph Hospital in Denver and finished his ophthalmology residency at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He is American Board of Ophthalmology eligible and holds memberships in the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Training

  • University of Colorado School of Medicine

    Ophthalmology

    University of Colorado School of Medicine

    Residency
  • Medical Doctor (MD)

    University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria

    Medical School
  • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology

    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Harvey M. Pretula Memorial Research Award

Publications & Press

  • Manuscript pending publication in Ophthalmology and Therapy

    Ophthalmology and Therapy
  • Chest X-ray and uveitis evaluation in a population with low incidence of sarcoidosis

    ARVO 2019, Vancouver, Canada2019

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CO, IA, IL
License Numbers
TL 0006167, 47090, 036152654

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