
Overview
To provide a full spectrum of the highest quality medical and surgical eye care and serve our patients in a timely, cost-effective and courteous manner.
Dr. Basich is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
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Locations
689 Tank Farm Rd, Ste 100, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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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 highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Geographic Atrophy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Frank M. Basich
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Frank M. Basich?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Frank M. Basich by calling their office at 805-781-3937. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Frank M. Basich a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Frank M. Basich is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cataract, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Frank M. Basich specialize in?
While Dr. Frank M. Basich is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Glaucoma, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Frank M. Basich accept my insurance?
Dr. Frank M. Basich accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-781-3937 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- CataractDr. Basich isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- GlaucomaDr. Basich isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- BlepharitisDr. Basich isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Basich isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Basich isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EntropionDr. Basich isAdvanced. Learn about Entropion.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Basich isAdvanced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Basich isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AmblyopiaDr. Basich isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Basich isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Basich isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Basich isExperienced. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.
