Overview
Internationally recognized for his leadership in eye care, Dr. Stephen Bylsma specializes in state-of-the-art vision-correction surgery including LASIK and intraocular implants as well as cataract, glaucoma and cosmetic eyelid surgery. Dr. Bylsma is a member of the clinical faculty at UCLA, Department of Ophthalmology associated with the Jules Stein Eye Institute.Dr. Bylsma received his Medical Doctor degree from the Oregon Health Services University and completed his residency in ophthalmology at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Bylsma is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He serves on the editorial board for the peer-reviewed journal, Annals of Ophthalmology/Glaucoma.Dr. Bylsma has been a principal investigator for numerous FDA investigational studies, including the Visian Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL), the AquaFlow implant for glaucoma and the Collamer Intraocular Lens. He continues this work with ongoing FDA studies involving Viscoshield viscoelastic substance and the new Hoya intraocular lens. He has been an author in numerous textbooks, scientific journals and ophthalmology magazines. He holds a patent on an apparatus used throughout the world in cataract surgery, and has been invited worldwide to teach his eye surgery techniques.Dr. Bylsma enjoys his time with his two children, and participates in a variety of hobbies and community activities on the Central Coast.Practices in the Santa Maria clinicBoard-certified OphthalmologistOur mission statement is to provide the widest range of eye care with excellence in order to promote the best outcomes and the finest patient experience. We always opperate in the best interest of the patient while showing the highest degree of caring, ethics and respect to our patients and each other.
Dr. Bylsma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, and Pterygium.
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Locations
910 East Stowell Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454
California Retina
Dr. Nathan C. Steinle received his undergraduate and medical training in his home state of South Dakota, where he was named the class valedictorian and graduated with summa cum laude honors. After completing his ophthalmology residency in Kentucky, Dr. Steinle had the fortune of performing his surgical vitreoretinal fellowship at the renowned Cleveland Clinic. The Cleveland Clinic is a world-class institution and is consistently ranked as one of the top hospitals in all of healthcare. While at the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Steinle worked closely with Dr. Daniel F. Martin, who is one of the world’s leading experts in ophthalmic research including the groundbreaking Comparison of Age Related Macular Degeneration Treatment Trials (CATT).Dr. Steinle earned multiple awards for excellence during his surgical training. He was given the honor of being named Chief Resident in addition to earning the prestigious Wirtschafter award recognizing the finest resident teacher. During his fellowship, he was named the best fellow teacher while at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Steinle has published numerous book chapters and research articles on topics including age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and ocular trauma.Dr. Steinle has been an investigator in a number of clinical research trials including the investigation of novel therapies for neovascular age related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion, and diabetic retinopathy. Dr. Steinle is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist, and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retina Specialists, and the American Medical Association.As vitreoretinal specialists, we provide comprehensive medical and surgical treatment for all disorders of the retina, macula and vitreous. We focus on the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of these conditions. Many abnormalities of the retina and vitreous may cause visual loss. These disorders include macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, macular holes, macular edema and epiretinal membranes. Our practice has multiple locations throughout Central California to serve our patients. Dr. Steinle is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Geographic Atrophy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
Daniel P. Shepard, MD Private Practice
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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.
Pacific Eye Surgeons
Jennifer Spiegel is an Ophthalmologist in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Spiegel has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Artery Occlusion, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- CataractDr. Bylsma isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- GlaucomaDr. Bylsma isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Parinaud Oculoglandular SyndromeDr. Bylsma isDistinguished. Learn about Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome.
- PterygiumDr. Bylsma isDistinguished. Learn about Pterygium.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Bylsma isAdvanced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- ChalazionDr. Bylsma isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Bylsma isAdvanced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Bylsma isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Bylsma isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Experienced
- AmblyopiaDr. Bylsma isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- AstigmatismDr. Bylsma isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Bylsma isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Bylsma isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- BlepharitisDr. Bylsma isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Bylsma isExperienced. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.