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Christopher Watts, MD

Ophthalmology | Medical Director, Iowa City Ambulatory Surgery Center

Specialty: Ophthalmology
Role: Medical Director of Iowa City ASC

About:
Dr. Christopher Watts is an ophthalmologist and the Medical Director of Iowa City Ambulatory Surgery Center. He is also a physician and partner at Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Iowa City. Dr. Watts earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

Areas of Expertise:
Comprehensive eye care
Cataract surgery
Premium intraocular lens implants
Macular degeneration
Glaucoma
Diabetic eye disease

Education:
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine, 2009
Internship: Transitional Year Internship, Spokane Teaching Health Center, Spokane, Washington, 2008–2009
Residency: Ophthalmology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 2009–2012

Board Certification:
American Board of Ophthalmology — Ophthalmology

Primary Practice Location:
Eye Physicians and Surgeons
2629 Northgate Drive
Iowa City, IA 52245
iowaeyephysicians.com

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Google 11.22.24

All the nurses and staff here are so amazing! Explained everything and answered all my questions. They go above and beyond. It’s a very nice surgical center.

Ashley Steinfeldt

Google 8.25.25

I had an very good experience at Iowa City Ambulatory Surgical Center. Surgery prep was easy and the staff was very helpful. The surgeon and anesthesiologist visited me to describe the procedure. There were no delays, and I was taken to the OR promptly. I was a little anxious because I met a Wolverine nurse there. Admittedly, she seemed nice. Next thing I remember was waking up in recovery where some of the kindest nurses I’ve ever met were attending to me. I recovered quickly with no complications. It’s been over 5 weeks since my successful surgery. I am fully recovered. I had minimal pain and no swelling after surgery. The best thing is that it’s all behind me. My UIHC initial surgery consultation is still more than a month away. That’s a lot of extra suffering I’d have to endure. I am very happy I chose a surgeon who operates at this facility. I wholeheartedly recommend it to others

Buckeye Man

Google 8.31.24

Wonderful caring and attentive staff. I had a T&A 9 weeks post partum and everyone was so attentive with meds and breastfeeding. Even allowing me to pump right before going back. They have comfy gowns and an awesome warming system with blankets and warm air. Comfy recovery chairs and they understand all you wanna do is go home after.

Kaitlyn Armstrong

Google 6.10.24

The staff is outstanding! Very skilled, professional , caring, calming and thorough. Took time to make sure I was comfortable with the procedure and answered any questions. I would recommend them to everyone!

Sondrae Fort

Google 2.2.25

All the RN’s were fabulous. They made the experience Much better

Todd Staack

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Email:

nkalkwarf@iowacityasc.com

Phone:

(319) 248-1500