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SSM Health Dean Medical Group

James Bell, MD

Ophthalmology
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4.8 out of 5 – 

SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean Eye Care

2850 Okeeffe Ave. Sun Prairie, WI 53590
James Bell is board certified in ophthalmology. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Kenyon College in Gambier, OH and earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Louisville, KY. He completed his internship in internal medicine from the University of Utah Department of Internal Medicine in Salt Lake City, UT. He also completed his residency in ophthalmology and his fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery from the University of Utah Department of Ophthalmology-Salt Lake City.

Dr. Bell participates in both clinic and surgery. His interests include diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachments, ocular inflammatory disorders, infections of the retina, and retinal artery and vein disorders.

Bell is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists.

In his free time, Dr. Bell enjoys outdoor activities including hiking, swimming, downhill and cross-country skiing, and fishing. He also enjoys watching college sports and participating in local and international volunteer work.

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Reviews

Rating Breakdown

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4.7
Overall Experience
4.8
Listened Carefully
4.8
Explained Things Clearly
4.8
Knew Medical History
4.8
Involved in Care Decisions
4.8
Showed Courtesy & Respect

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4.8 out of 5
333 ratings,
126 reviews
6/10/2026
Appreciate his good service to me. I need him to help me keep my site.
6/8/2026
Dr Bell was not nearly as thorough and interactive as my previous physician Dr. Mitchell Wolf. Bell seemed rushed.
6/4/2026
Fantastic Dr. I would definitely recommend him to others. However I would like to keep him for myself.
6/3/2026
Dr. Bell is the best! I highly recommend him.
6/2/2026
He was very professional and made sure we understood what he was saying

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SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean Eye Care

2850 Okeeffe Ave.Sun Prairie, WI 53590
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

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