Dr. David P. Campbell

About the Doctor

Dr. David P. Campbell is an experienced ophthalmologist in Sarasota, Florida, with more than 21 years of practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine, completed an internal medicine internship at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock (1994–1995), followed by an ophthalmology residency at the same institution (1995–1998), and then a glaucoma fellowship at the University of Florida (1998–1999). Dr. Campbell is recognized as a Patients’ Top Choice, reflected in his 5/5 patient rating based on 56 reviews. Patients note that he makes time for them, listens attentively, performs thorough exams, and has a great bedside manner. He has been designated an “Expert” in four conditions and specializes in cataract surgery, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and general retinal disease. Dr. Campbell currently accepts new patients and is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

• Patients’ Top Choice awardee with a 5/5 rating (56 reviews)

• Over 21 years of experience in ophthalmology with fellowship training in glaucoma

• Expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma, and macular degeneration

• Accepts new patients; affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital

• Practices at Sarasota Ophthalmology Associates and multiple ASCs

Education & Training

Medical School – University of Florida College of Medicine
Residency – Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock, Ophthalmology
Fellowship/Additional Training –

• University of Florida, Fellowship in Glaucoma

• Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock, Internship in Internal Medicine

Medical Conditions Treated

• Cataracts (clouding of the natural lens)

• Glaucoma (optic nerve damage often related to eye pressure)

• Age‑related macular degeneration (central vision loss)

• Diabetic retinopathy (eye complication of diabetes)

• Dry eye syndrome

• Floaters and flashes

• Retinal tears or detachments

• Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

• Corneal abrasions and infections

• Refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism) – as part of comprehensive eye care

Medical Procedures Performed

• Cataract surgery (including advanced intraocular lens implants)

• Glaucoma surgery (trabeculectomy, tube shunts)

• Laser procedures for glaucoma (selective laser trabeculoplasty, laser peripheral iridotomy)

• Laser treatment for diabetic retinopathy (panretinal photocoagulation)

• Intravitreal injections (for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy)

• Comprehensive eye exams (including dilated fundus exam)

• Visual field testing

• Optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging

• Corneal topography

• Pterygium excision

Services Offered

Dr. Campbell provides comprehensive medical and surgical eye care for adults, with a focus on cataract, glaucoma, and retinal conditions. He performs thorough ophthalmic examinations to diagnose and manage age‑related eye diseases. For cataract patients, he offers modern surgical techniques with premium lens options to reduce dependence on glasses. For glaucoma, he provides both medical therapy and surgical interventions, including laser and incisional procedures. He also manages macular degeneration with lifestyle counseling, nutritional support, and intravitreal injections when indicated. Dr. Campbell emphasizes patient education, taking time to explain diagnoses and treatment plans clearly. He operates at Sarasota Memorial Hospital and two nationally recognized ambulatory surgery centers (Premier Surgery Center of Sarasota and Sarasota Physicians Surgical Center, the latter noted as “Best ASC in Ophthalmology”). Telehealth availability is not specified; please contact the office directly.

List of services:

• Comprehensive eye exams and vision testing

• Cataract evaluation and surgery (including premium IOLs)

• Glaucoma diagnosis and management (medical, laser, surgical)

• Age‑related macular degeneration treatment (injections, monitoring)

• Diabetic eye disease management (laser, injections)

• Laser procedures (glaucoma, retinal)

• Pre‑operative and post‑operative surgical care

• Dry eye treatment

• Coordination with retina and cornea specialists as needed

Accepted Insurances

• Cigna (HMO, PPO)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, PPO)

• Florida Blue (HMO, PPO)

• Humana (Medicare, PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 1630 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239
Phone: (941) 296-1781

Hospital Affiliations

• Sarasota Memorial Hospital – Sarasota, FL

• Premier Surgery Center of Sarasota – Sarasota, FL

• Sarasota Physicians Surgical Center – Sarasota, FL (Best ASC in Ophthalmology)