Advanced in Usher Syndrome

Dr. Steven M. Yaplee

Ophthalmology
CommonSpirit Health
George Yaplee Medical Center, Inc., A Professional Corporation
9700 Brimhall Rd, 
Bakersfield, CA 
Accepting New Patients
Advanced in Usher Syndrome
CommonSpirit Health
George Yaplee Medical Center, Inc., A Professional Corporation
9700 Brimhall Rd, 
Bakersfield, CA 
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Overview

Steven Yaplee is an Ophthalmologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Yaplee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Usher Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Cataract. Dr. Yaplee is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution
Baylor College Of Medicine
Residency
Ochsner Medical Foundation
Specialties
Ophthalmology
Licenses
Ophthalmology in CA
Board Certifications
Ophthalmology
Fellowships
Louisiana State Univ Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

George Yaplee Medical Center, Inc., A Professional Corporation
9700 Brimhall Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93312
Call: 661-631-2020
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