Overview
Justin Hellman is an Ophthalmologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Hellman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Horner Syndrome, and Entropion.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
805 Aerovista Pl Ste 109, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
1050 Las Tablas Rd Ste 6, Templeton, CA 93465
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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 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.
Elite EyeCare Medical Group A Medical Corporation
Pamela Golchet is an Ophthalmologist in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Golchet is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy, Coats Disease, Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
San Luis Obispo Eye Associates
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Justin Hellman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Justin Hellman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Justin Hellman by calling their office at 805-439-1010. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Justin Hellman a top-rated expert for Eyelid Drooping?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Justin Hellman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Eyelid Drooping, 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. Justin Hellman specialize in?
While Dr. Justin Hellman is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Horner Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Justin Hellman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Justin Hellman has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Eyelid Drooping. You can view a list of Dr. Justin Hellman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Justin Hellman accept my insurance?
Dr. Justin Hellman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-439-1010 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Hellman isDistinguished. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- PtosisDr. Hellman isDistinguished. Learn about Ptosis.
- Experienced
- ChalazionDr. Hellman isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Hellman isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- EntropionDr. Hellman isExperienced. Learn about Entropion.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Hellman isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- Horner SyndromeDr. Hellman isExperienced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Hellman isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.

