Overview
A published author on the topic of macular degeneration and diseases of the retina, Dr. Dan Shepard is also specially trained in medical and surgical treatment of eye trauma and the eye’s vitreous body.Dr. Shepard received his Medical Doctor degree and his Master’s degree in Public Health, Administrative Management from the George Washington University. At Texas Tech University he completed his ophthalmology training, prior to embarking on a two-year fellowship program in medical and surgical issues of retinal and vitreous diseases at Tulane University.A member of the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Surgeons, Dr. Shepard dedicates time and attention to the treatment of diabetes-related diseases of the eye and to cutting-edge issues in macular degeneration.Raised in Santa Maria, Dr. Shepard returned to the Central Coast after his medical training. He is raising his two sons in the area and are active participants in many local organizations.Practices in the Santa Maria and Lompoc clinicsBoard-Certified OphthalmologistMaster in Public Health, Administrative ManagemenOur Santa Maria and Lompoc optometrists, ophthalmologists and opticians are proud to offer some of the best eye care services in the area. For over 40 years, the caring, highly trained professionals at Shepard Eye Center in Santa Maria have provided comprehensive eye care using the most current, state-of-the-art techniques and procedures. Today, the tradition of dedication continues. At Shepard Eye Center and Kendall-Shepard Eye Center in Lompoc we are committed to providing exceptional care, an experience that combines the highest degree of professionalism with warmth, openness and understanding.
Dr. Shepard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD). His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.
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Locations
434 S Palisade Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93454
San Luis Obispo Eye Associates, A Medical Group Inc.
Daniel Agarwal is an Ophthalmologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Agarwal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD). His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Agarwal is currently accepting new patients.
Elite Eyecare Medical Group
Using the latest in laser and surgical techniques, Dr. Zarnegar specializes in cataract, pterygium and eye-related plastic surgery as well as vision correction surgery including LASIK, Custom LASIK, and intraocular lens implants. Dr. Zarnegar has been providing comprehensive medical eye care, including glaucoma, to Central Coast residents since 1996.Dr. Zarnegar received his Medical Doctor degree from St. Louis University, where he also served his residency in ophthalmology. In addition, he earned his Bachelor of Science degrees from Santa Clara University, and pursued post-graduate studies at San Jose State University and Stanford. Dr. Zarnegar serves as an adjunct Professor of Ophthalmology at Touro University College of Medicine.Dedicated to the eye care profession, Dr. Zarnegar is an active Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. Always staying current with medical advancements and technology, each year Dr. Zarnegar teaches many Central Coast optometrists about eye diseases and new advancements in eye care.Dr. Zarnegar and his wife are raising their children on the Central Coast, and play a vibrant, active role in their community.Practices in the Santa Maria clinicBoard-certified OphthalmologistVision Correction Surgery that corrects a variety of problems, including near-sightedness (myopia), far-sightedness (hyperopia) and astigmatism using laser techniques such as LASIK, CustomLASIK, as well as the Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) and the ReSTOR bifocal implant.To provide a wide range of eye care with excellence in order to deliver both the best outcomes and the finest experience. We always operate in the best interest of our patients while showing the highest degree of caring, ethics and respect to our patients and each other. Dr. Zarnegar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD). His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Cataract, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, and Glaucoma.
Steven D Zelko MD Inc
Steven Zelko is an Ophthalmologist in Solvang, California. Dr. Zelko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD). His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Eyelid Bump, Chalazion, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Shepard isAdvanced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Shepard isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Shepard isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Shepard isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Shepard isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Shepard isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Shepard isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Shepard isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Shepard isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.