Dr. James Vander, MD
Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery*
40+ years of experience
Dr. James Vander, MD is a vitreoretinal disease specialist in Plymouth Meeting, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Michigan in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities BRYN Mawr Hospital and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.7 Star Rating
Based on 81 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (81 reviews)
Practice
4060 Butler Pike Ste 200 Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462Telehealth available
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Vander's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vander
4.7
81 ratings, 56 with a written review
| 5 star | 91% | 91% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 1% | 1% |
| 2 star | 1% | 1% |
| 1 star | 6% | 6% |
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What went well
- I felt respected
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ron – Mar 14, 2025
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The Greatest Retina Doctor in the World!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 01, 2025
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Great doctor
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Jan 31, 2025
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Excellent experience
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 27, 2024
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Excellent doctor
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joanne G. – Jul 03, 2024
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Best I Could Ask For
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tom Czop – May 31, 2024
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Great physician. Friendly and very knowledgeable..
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Maria C Carta – Apr 17, 2024
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Dr. James Vander is excellent!! He is extremely thorough with his eye examinations, kind, gentle and understanding. Dr. Vander listens to my concerns and addresses those concerns in a manner that I can understand, instead of using a lot of medical terms that I do not understand. And Dr. Vanders' staff is just as understanding and kind. I am extremely happy with the care I receive from Dr. James Vander and his staff. I will definitely recommend Dr. Vander to anyone who may have a Retina problem or any other eye problem. Dr. James Vander is The Best!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sue – Apr 12, 2024
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Amazing man
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 09, 2024
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just good people!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 26, 2024
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Professional, knowledgeable and flexible .
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 22, 2023
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Wonderful doctor
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alexandra G – Dec 20, 2023
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TOP DOCTOR !!!!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Eugene Oberfrank – Oct 31, 2023
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Very little wait time
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James Demarco – Sep 13, 2023
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Excellent Retina care
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Brent S. Gartner, DDS – Jul 08, 2023
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Dr. Vander reviewed my case history with full devotion in details and concluded with the proper treatment I should get without any prejudice.
My heartfelt thanks to him for upholding his professional commitment and human values.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 12, 2023
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Very Personable & Knowledgeable
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 06, 2023
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Dr. VANDER was recommended to us
because my Dad had complications from
cataract surgery that was performed by a
physician, from another practice.
From the very 1st moment until now,
2 years later, everyone at MidAtlantic Retna
has been excellent, courteous, very
Knowledgeable and patient!
Dr. Vander was and is AMAZING!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 03, 2023
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Very friendly and thorough
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 30, 2023
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Dr. Vander
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How was your experience with Dr. Vander?Overall Patient Satisfaction
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Vander to family and friends is 4.691358 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
State of the art, comprehensive vitreoretinal medical and surgical care.biography
Dr. James Vander graduated Phi Beta Kappa and with High Honors from the University of Michigan. He received his medical doctor degree from the University of Michigan, where he graduated with Highest Honors and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha...read moreVitreoretinal Disease & Surgery
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Wills Eye Hospital
Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of Michigan Hospitals And Health Centers
Residency HospitalWilliam Beaumont Hospital
Internship HospitalUniversity Of Michigan
Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 17
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
83%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well8% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 23
hospital awardsView all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
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