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Dr. Sushant Wagley

Ophthalmology Retina Specialist

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Dr. Sushant Wagley

Ophthalmology Retina Specialist

West Des Moines, IA

About Me

Dr. Sushant Wagley is a vitreoretinal surgeon who treats the full spectrum of medical and surgical retinal disease. Patients see him for sudden vision changes, diabetic eye disease, macular disorders, and retinal tears or detachments. Known for careful examination and step-by-step explanations, he focuses on evidence-based treatment plans that balance safety, vision outcomes, and each patient’s lifestyle. Originally from Kathmandu and raised in Michigan, Dr. Wagley earned his MD at Michigan State University and completed ophthalmology residency at the University of Minnesota, where he served as Chief Resident. He then pursued a two-year vitreoretinal fellowship at VitreoRetinal Surgery (now Retina Consultants of Minnesota) in Minneapolis. He joined Iowa Retina Consultants in 2022 and remains active in research and teaching.

Training

  • Vitreoretinal Surgery
    VitreoRetinal Surgery / Retina Consultants of Minnesota
    Fellowship
  • University of Minnesota
    Ophthalmology (Chief Resident)
    University of Minnesota
    Residency
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD)
    Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
    Medical School
  • Brown University
    BA, Community Health (Honors)
    Brown University
    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    IA
  • License Numbers:
    49879