Dr. Diane S. Tanabe MD, Ophthalmologist
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Dr. Diane S. Tanabe MD

Ophthalmologist

4/5(19)
280 North Smith Avenue Suite 400 St. Paul Minnesota, 55102
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4/5

About

Diane S. Tanabe, MD, is a seasoned Ophthalmologist with 37 years of experience. She works at United Hospital and Lufkin Eye Clinic in St. Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Tanabe received her medical degree from the University of Minnesota in 1983. She also serves on the AIDS Committee and is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association. She has special interests in glaucoma, eye implants, eye lid problems, cataract surgery, blepharoplasty, blepharospasm, cornea, infectious diseases of the eye, neuro ophthalmology, ophthalmic pathology, anterior segment surgery and YAG laser.

Education and Training

University of Minnesota

Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1973

University of Mn Med Sch 1973

University of Minnesota Medical School 1972

Board Certification

OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 41 years of experience
Dr. Diane S. Tanabe MD
Dr. Diane S. Tanabe MD's Expert Contributions
  • Recurrent Pterigium?

    You definitely need to limit exposing your eyes to the sun by wearing sunglasses with as close to 100% UVA and UVB protection as possible. Also, wear a hat with a brim when outside and exposed to sunlight. You may be able to get DipyEye drops to use a couple of times per day. (The drops are manufactured in Singapore.) In addition, use frequent lubricating drops in both eyes. Certainly, if there is any worsening of the problem, you will need further evaluation. Short-term topical corticosteroid drops under close monitoring by an eye doctor is an option unless this has already been done. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Trouble Shooting

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Guest on Radio Show KSTP 1981-1990 -

Treatments

  • Cataracts
  • Glaucoma

Fellowships

  • Cardiology

Professional Society Memberships

  • AIDS Committee, Minnesota Medical Association

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Commitment to good patient services.

Dr. Diane S. Tanabe MD's Practice location

280 North Smith Avenue Suite 400 -
St. Paul, Minnesota 55102
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New patients: 651-292-8200
Fax: 651-292-1801

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Patient Experience with Dr. Tanabe


4.0

Based on 19 reviews

Dr. Diane S. Tanabe MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 19 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Ophthalmologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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