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Taia D. Delano, OD

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Specializes in: Optometry (Primary Eye Care) and General Practice

Professional interests include: eye problems, diabetic eye exam, low vision, and more.

1 Hospital Drive
Columbia, MO 65212-0001

(573) 884-3937

Taia D. Delano, OD is an optometrist in Columbia, MO specializing in optometry (primary eye care) and general practice. Taia D. Delano, OD is affiliated with University of Missouri Health Care, Mason Eye Clinic-University Hospital and THE CURATORS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI.

Office Locations

Address:

1 Hospital Drive
Columbia, MO 65212-0001

Address:

1 Hospital Drive
Columbia, MO

Address:

3215 Wingate Court Suite 102
Columbia, MO

Some issues Taia D. Delano, OD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

doctor visit	212
eye procedures	26

**Gender**
Male	110
Female	135

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	210
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	21
Less than 65	87

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	44
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

doctor visit	438
eye procedures	115

**Gender**
Male	175
Female	261

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	358
Black	56
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	177
From 75 to 84	63
85 and over	39
Less than 65	157

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	50
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

doctor visit	381
eye procedures	98

**Gender**
Male	146
Female	224

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	328
Black	31
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	128
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	44
Less than 65	138

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	45
Dementia	9
Cancer	6

doctor visit	399
eye procedures	137

**Gender**
Male	142
Female	234

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	337
Black	26
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	149
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	29
Less than 65	125

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	47
Dementia	9
Cancer	7

doctor visit	258
eye procedures	137

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	215
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	112
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	11
Less than 65	81

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	43
Dementia	9
Cancer	6

doctor visit	790
eye procedures	399

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Taia D. Delano, OD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Taia D. Delano, OD treated as an optometrist in Columbia, MO were eye procedures.

doctor visit	413
eye procedures	152

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Taia D. Delano, OD.

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	99

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	13
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	144
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	28
85 and over	14
Less than 65	58
65 to 74	65

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Taia D. Delano, OD From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Taia D. Delano, OD treated were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	31
High Cholesterol	22
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	13
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	4
Dementia	4
Cancer	3

Education & Training

She completed residency at Kansas City VA Medical Center. She has a state license in Missouri.

Residency: Kansas City VA Medical Center

Licensed In: Missouri

Affiliations & Hospitals

Taia D. Delano, OD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University of Missouri Health Care

Mason Eye Clinic-University Hospital

THE CURATORS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Taia D. Delano, OD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.	$49 XELPROS $25	CEQUA $24
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$24 XIIDRA $24
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$16 Rhopressa $16

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$88

Biography

Dr. Taia Delano is an optometry (primary eye care) specialist in Columbia, MO. In her practice, Dr. Delano focuses on eye problems and low vision. Dr. Delano has received professional recognition including the following: Eschenbach Award for Excellence in Low Vision. She is affiliated with the University of Missouri Health Care. Dr. Delano has an open panel in Columbia, MO according to University of Missouri Health Care.