Jay M. Stewart

MD

Ophthalmologist
Vitreoretinal surgeon

Dr. Jay Stewart is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating disorders of the retina and vitreous (the thick transparent substance that fills the center of the eye). His expertise includes conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, ocular trauma, retinal detachment, retinal vascular diseases and uveitis (swelling of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye).

In his research, Stewart studies diabetic retinopathy, drug delivery to the eye, and the permeability and biomechanics of eye tissues.

Stewart earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School and completed a residency in ophthalmology at UCSF. He completed a fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute and won the vitreoretinal surgery award from the Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation, which funds outstanding young scholars.

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

  • Education

    Harvard Medical School, 1999

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Ophthalmology, 2003

  • Fellowships

    Doheny Eye Institute, 2005

  • Board Certifications

    Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology

  • Academic Title

    Professor

  • Languages

    Portuguese

    Spanish

Conditions I specialize in

  • Age-related macular degeneration

  • Diabetic eye disease

  • Eye disorders

  • Retinal detachment

  • Uveitis

Where I see patients (1)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    324 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 26, 2024
    Gave me all the information that I needed including treatment options
    Aug 25, 2024
    Good
    Aug 21, 2024
    Exceptionally attentive, communicative and compassionate. Brilliant but able to speak respectfully in ways a lay person could easily understand.
    Aug 08, 2024
    I count on (and am not disappointed ever) Dr Jay Stewart's professionalism, expertise and wisdom about eye science and its application to my health. I also deeply appreciate his abilities as an educator - he takes the time to talk out loud with me as he reviews images, always at a level that I can understand. I have witnessed him doing that with staff and residents always calibrating how to explain something. I rate his care, over many years now, as the category that is not on this scale "6" for excellent. I only hope that Dr Stewart remains "married" to UCSF for years to come.
    Jun 30, 2024
    UCSF Ophthalmology department consistently goes over and above always! I would have no sight without them!
    Jun 29, 2024
    Dr. Stewart is a 6 out of 5 on the star scale, excellent, skilled, caring, knowledgeable, attentive, an excellent doctor whom we have recommended to other patients.
    Jun 27, 2024
    Dr. Jay Stewart is the best provider among thes best in all ways. Also, he leads an awesome team with the most excellence for his patients. Simply, it's GOD's mercy and blessing to have the perfect care from Dr. Stewart and his great team. I heartily appreciate and deeply admire them for all they've done for their patients. My deepest bow and sincerest salute for Dr. Stewart and his excellent team is herein, too. Many thumbs up!!!
    Jun 13, 2024
    He has to deliver tough news. He's the best and I know the emotional component is hard
    Jun 01, 2024
    I am grateful for Dr. Stewart's care over many years. Thank you so much for my eye sight, for being there for me through so many surgeries.
    Jun 01, 2024
    Dr. Stewart described a new option I might try for treatmemt. He was very clear on the details and possibility of trying it. appreciated his interest and concern.
    May 31, 2024
    Dr. Eugenia Greig and Dr. Nagy at the ER; Dr Stewart and Dr Greig are the best. They should concern and acted promptly. Thank you.
    May 22, 2024
    Thorough, attentive, active listener, compassionate
    Apr 02, 2024
    Dr. Stewart takes his time to listen, shows me pictures before & after; then he gives his professional recommendations & make me participate in my care decision. He gives me the utmost confidence that I'm in good hands! No question.
    Mar 28, 2024
    The best possible care was and is provided
    Mar 28, 2024
    Very excellent doctor very happy
    Jan 04, 2024
    Dr. Stewart is the best and we tell everyone that and recommend him to everyone with retinal issues.
    Dec 16, 2023
    Dr. Jay Stewart is an exceptional physician-- one of the best. He is extremely skilled and keeps finding ways to improve care. Top -- actually, over the top-- rating! And the staff in the clinic are also excellent.
    Dec 14, 2023
    I always receive excellent service from DoctorStewart.
    Dec 14, 2023
    After working with the nurse/assistants I saw the doctor shortly after which was a very good meeting. He took the time to explain my situation in a way that was easier for me to understand. The doctor was a very positive, kind and respectful person It was a pleasure to meet and have his professional advice.
    Dec 09, 2023
    The doctor had not received results from tests he had ordered so he could not answer all my questions
    Nov 30, 2023
    Dr Jay Stewart s the best, so good in fact, I recommended him that day to a patient who had seen another eye specialist and was actually crying in the hallway because of the way he was treated and the last of information he was given. I told him if he got an appointment with Dr. Stewart, he'd have a totally different experience!
    Nov 02, 2023
    Both the resident and attending physicians are excellent-expert, professional, strong communicators, and compassionate.
    Nov 02, 2023
    Dr Stewart was excellent informed me of things dealing with my condition that previous UCSF doctor never informed me of
    Sep 19, 2023
    Dr Jay Stewart is exceptional in his treatment, explanations and kindness. Having had the opposite experience with another UCSF physician I know whereof I speak when I use the word EXCEPTIONAL.!!!
    Sep 16, 2023
    Love Dr. Stewart and his demeanor.
    Sep 14, 2023
    This was a second opinion after two years of care at another institution. Went to the parking garage and cried on the phone with my husband and sister with relief of feeling that I had information and clarity about options I did not have before.
    Sep 03, 2023
    Excellent doctor in all respects
    Aug 16, 2023
    Extraordinarily knowledgeable, communicative and kind.
    Aug 13, 2023
    Dr. Stewart is the rare doctor who is fantastic in every category.
    Aug 12, 2023
    I am comfortable as n the service and happy
    Aug 03, 2023
    Consistently, for years now, Jay Stewart MD has provided me with care and education and professional expertise that is beyond the above scales - #6 and excellent is closer to reality. The care with which he reviewed my images with me to make sense of knowledge I don't have was exemplary. I love that he is training the next generation(s) of opthamologists. I am so grateful.
    Jul 26, 2023
    Dr. Jay Stewart is No. 1 in the whole system! He's truly a treasure in all areas on all fronts in everything that counts!
    Jul 24, 2023
    Dr. Stewart is very good.
    Jun 29, 2023
    Dr Jay Stewart is a five start specialist whom we would recommend to everyone!
    Jun 22, 2023
    Dr. Stewart is best in my opinion.
    May 25, 2023
    Dr. Jay Stewart is the best! I hope he never retires. ;o)
    May 20, 2023
    Dr. Stuart and staff are amazing, show empathy and care toward me and answered all of my concerns during this difficult situation, thank you.
    May 11, 2023
    Dr Stewart and his staff are amazing
    Apr 24, 2023
    Dr. Stewart is an outstanding doctor in every way. I am so grateful for his care and concern for my continued improving eye sight.
    Apr 06, 2023
    Care providers are nice and easy to talk to.
    Apr 04, 2023
    After a full day of surgery, Dr Stewart took time to see my for a possible acute episode. Tremendous level of service and commitment
    Mar 30, 2023
    Dr Stewart is the best
    Mar 29, 2023
    Dr. Stewart is the best!
    Mar 27, 2023
    Dr. Stewart is exceptional in his approach. He is at the top of his game...I am moving forward with a cure to my eye problem which was missed by an East Bay Retinal Surgeon. Go Dr. Stewart...
    Mar 09, 2023
    Physician appeared rushed.
    Feb 02, 2023
    Very patient,professional,kind,and supportive!
    Feb 02, 2023
    I had other care providers before. UCSF is BarNone. I feel Fortunte.
    Dec 10, 2022
    Dr. Stewart is always professional, thorough and listens well.
    Dec 08, 2022
    Dr Stewart is the best!
    Dec 01, 2022
    My only suggestion is that patients be told to be prepared to not drive home due to eye drops and pupil dilation. My drive home by myself was stressful.

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