Ophthalmology

Donald Downer, M.D.

Adjunct Clinical Professor

Orange Park, FL

Dr. Donald M. Downer is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cornea and external disease, anterior segment disorders, cataract surgery, and refractive surgery. He primarily treats conditions such as corneal diseases, cataracts, external eye infections, and ocular surface disorders, performing advanced procedures including corneal transplantation (e.g., DSAEK), laser cataract surgery, refractive laser eye surgery, premium intraocular lens implantation (toric and multi

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine (MD, 2002)
Internship: Carilion Clinic-Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (Transitional Year, 2003)
Residency: University of Florida (Ophthalmology, 2006)
Fellowship: University of Florida (Cornea, External Diseases, and Refractive Surgery, 2007)

Years in Practice

24+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Cornea & External Disease

Conditions & Treatments

Dry Eye DiseaseCorneal TransplantationCornea TransplantCorneal Disease

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital
Orange Park Medical Center
Ascension St. Vincent's Clay County Hospital
Ascension St. Vincent's Southside Hospital
Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Downer treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Downer accept Aetna insurance?

Donald Downer's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 7 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Downer practice?

Donald Downer practices in Orange Park, FL with hospital affiliations including HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital, Orange Park Medical Center, and Ascension St. Vincent's Clay County Hospital.

What does Dr. Downer specialize in?

Donald Downer is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist with focus areas in Cornea & External Disease.

How long has Dr. Downer been practicing?

Donald Downer has 24+ years of clinical experience in ophthalmology.

What is Dr. Downer's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine (MD, 2002); Internship: Carilion Clinic-Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (Transitional Year, 2003); Residency: University of Florida (Ophthalmology, 2006).