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Dr. Joseph J Parelman, MD

Ophthalmology
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience
Mid America Eye Center 3830 W 75th St, Prairie Village, KS 66208
(913) 384-1441

Overview
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Brief Intro

Dr. Parelman received his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. He completed his internship in internal medicine at St. John's Mercy Hospital in St. Louis and his residency training in Ophthalmology at the Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis. His fellowship at the Louisiana State University Eye Center concentrated on corneal transplantation, diseases of the outer eye and refractive surgery. He participated in some of the early research and development of the laser now used for LASIK. Prior to returning to Kansas City to join with his father, Dr. Allen Parelman, Dr. Parelman was the director of Residency Training for the Department of Ophthalmology at the Washington University School of Medicine. He maintains his interest in medical education as a member of the volunteer teaching faculty of the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Kansas Medical School. Dr. Parelman and his wife Staci are the proud parents of three active children and he makes time to pursue his interests in woodworking, skiing and biking.

Education Background

RESIDENCY

St Johns Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Duke University School Of Medicine - 1982

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Location & Hours

Mid America Eye Center
3830 W 75th St, Prairie Village, KS 66208
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 - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Ophthalmology

Conditions Addressed

Macular Degeneration
Acute Conjunctivitis
Glaucoma
Cataract
Keratitis

Procedures Performed

Lasik Surgery
Lens and Cataract Procedures
Corneal Surgery
Lens and Cataract Procedures

Insurance Accepted

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

Meritain Health
UnitedHealthcare
Anthem Blue Cross
Tricare
Medicare
Golden Rule
Wellcare
Humana
APWU

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