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Dr. John Palmer Berdahl, MD

Ophthalmology
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience
Vance Thompson Vision Clinic 3101 W 57th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 231-9716

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Dr. John Berdahl specializes in advanced Cataract, Corneal and Glaucoma Surgery, in addition to Refractive Surgery to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. He earned his medical doctorate, graduating with honors from Mayo Medical School in Rochester, MN and finished his internship at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ. He completed ophthalmology residency at Duke University where his published work, research, teaching and care of patients brought him many honors including best resident and national recognition as first place winner of the Resident Writers Award. Dr. Berdahl pursued additional advanced surgical training at the most coveted cornea and glaucoma fellowship in the country at Minnesota Eye Consultants. As a fellow he received the Claes Dohlman Award from Harvard University, which is given to the top cornea fellow in the country. Originally from Hills, MN, Dr. Berdahl graduated from Augustana College and taught and coached at Hills-Beaver Creek prior to entering medical school. Dr. Berdahl has published numerous book chapters and peer-reviewed articles and his extensive research has been presented nationally and internationally. His commitment to those in need is demonstrated by his leadership role in EyeCare America (which provides free eye care to underserved) and the numerous surgical mission trips he continues to participate in worldwide. Dr. Berdahl lives in Sioux Falls with his wife Tamme and young son Tommy. His main interests include outdoor activities, reading, SCUBA diving, community involvement, and spending time with family.

Education Background

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine - 2004

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Location & Hours

Vance Thompson Vision Clinic
3101 W 57th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Ophthalmology

Conditions Addressed

Cataract
Glaucoma

Procedures Performed

Lasik Surgery

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Medicaid
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Sanford Health Plan
APWU
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
HealthPartners
Jackson Care Connect
CHAMPVA
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Envolve Benefit Options
PreferredOne
United Behavioral Health
Medica
Physicians Mutual
UnitedHealthcare
UCare
Meritain Health
Avera Health Plans

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