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    MediFind found 382 specialists near Los Alamitos, CA

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    382 providers found
      Ravi M. Menghani
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Quantum Eye Group, Inc

      1945 Palo Verde Ave, Ste 210, 
      Long Beach, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      I believe in providing compassionate care to each and every individual, treating him/her like family. Dr. Menghani is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Interstitial Keratitis, Pterygium, and Glaucoma.

      Expertise in
      25
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      25
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      5991 East Spring Street, 
      Long Beach, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Paymohn Mahdavi is an Ophthalmologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Mahdavi is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. Mahdavi is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      24
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      24
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Lakewood Eye Physicians And Surgeons Inc A Medical Group

      3801 Katella Ave, Suite 130, 
      Los Alamitos, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients

      Trinh Nhu is an Ophthalmologist in Los Alamitos, California. Dr. Nhu is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Meibomianitis, Cataract, and Glaucoma. Dr. Nhu is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      20
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      20
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Aarchan Joshi, M.D. Inc

      10861 Cherry St, Suite 204, 
      Los Alamitos, CA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aarchan Joshi is an Ophthalmologist in Los Alamitos, California. Dr. Joshi is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, Chalazion, and Eyelid Bump.

      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Robert A Clark MD Medical Corporation

      4100 Long Beach Blvd, Suite 108, 
      Long Beach, CA 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Clark is an Ophthalmologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Clark is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Esotropia, Brown Syndrome, and Isolated Duane Retraction Syndrome.

      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      Expertise in
      12
      conditions

      Eye Physicians Of Long Beach A Medical Group Inc

      2925 Palo Verde Ave, 
      Long Beach, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Carlos Martinez is an Ophthalmologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Martinez is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions

      Aarchan Joshi, M.D. Inc

      10861 Cherry St, Suite 204, 
      Los Alamitos, CA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lawrence August is an Ophthalmologist in Los Alamitos, California. Dr. August is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome.

      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Eye Physicians Of Long Beach A Medical Group Inc

      2925 Palo Verde Ave, 
      Long Beach, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Lars Hertzog is an Ophthalmologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Hertzog is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Hertzog is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      11829 S St, Suite 202, 
      Cerritos, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Tae Kim is an Ophthalmologist in Cerritos, California. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Bump, Glaucoma, Meibomianitis, and Cataract.

      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      7677 Ctr Ave, Suite 400, 
      Huntington Beach, CA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jerry Sebag is an Ophthalmologist in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Sebag is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      5991 East Spring Street, 
      Long Beach, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Samira Khan is an Ophthalmologist in Long Beach, California. Dr. Khan is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Kaiser Permanente La Palma Medical Offices

      5 Centerpointe Dr, 
      La Palma, CO 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jonathan Kim is an Ophthalmologist in La Palma, Colorado. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, and Eyelid Drooping. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Brian M. Brown M.D. Inc.

      10933 Lakewood Blvd, 
      Downey, CA 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Brown is an Ophthalmologist in Downey, California. Dr. Brown is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Cataract, and Blepharitis.

      Irene F. Sasaki
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Eye Treatment Center

      3900 Long Beach Blvd, 
      Long Beach, CA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Sasaki is a native Angelino and received her undergraduate degree from the University of California at Berkeley.  She earned her medical degree at the Medical College of Pennsylvania and then completed her internship at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco and a residency in ophthalmology at King Drew Medical Center.  Dr. Sasaki wanted to increase her ability to diagnose and treat glaucoma and went on to pursue more extensive training by completing a fellowship in glaucoma at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA. She is Board Certified and is current with new advances in sutureless, microincisional cataract surgery and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery.  She has expertise laser cataract surgery and with premium lens implants including toric, multifocal and accommodating intraocular lens implants for patients who want to reduce their dependence on glasses after cataract surgery.Dr. Sasaki is dedicated to investing in our communities.  She volunteers and supports numerous organizations that promote women's issues, youth sports and public education.  Dr. Sasaki, her husband Ned, and their three sons, Matt, Kevin and Will are all baseball fans.  Their home team is the Los Angeles Dodgers.  She enjoys cooking, exploring new cuisines, traveling and sharing time with her family.Dr. Irene Fong Sasaki is a caring and highly skilled board certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in glaucoma. She specializes in treating glaucoma and cataracts and strives for excellent results. Dr. Sasaki loves to care for patients and is dedicated to giving personal attention. Her practice has grown through word of mouth referrals from satisfied patients and referring doctors. Dr. Sasaki is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Neuroretinitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Cataract.

      Michael A. Kapamajian
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions

      University Eye Care Physicians

      15141 Whittier Blvd, Suite 480, Suite 480, 
      Whittier, CA 
       (10.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Armenian, Spanish

      Dr. Kapamajian received his undergraduate degree in Physiological Sciences at the University of California, Los Angeles, graduating summa cum laude in 2001 . He then attended the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he earned his medical degree in 2005. Following this, he completed his internship in Internal Medicine at Olive View-UCLA Medical Center and went on to finish his residency training in ophthalmology at the University of Illinois, Chicago in 2009. Dr. Kapamajian returned to Los Angeles and completed his first fellowship in uveitis, under the mentorship of Gary Holland, M.D. at the Jules Stein Eye Institute from 2009 to 2010. From 2010 to 2011 he went on to serve as Assistant Chief of Service at the Doheny Eye Institute, where he was in charge of the day to day activities of the ophthalmology clinic at Los Angeles County Hospital, as well as the clinical and surgical training of USC ophthalmology residents. He returned to the Jules Stein Eye Institute for a final year of fellowship training in glaucoma, under the mentorship of Joseph Caprioli, M.D. from 2011 to 2012. Dr. Kapamajian is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Neuroretinitis, Uveitis, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Cataract Removal.

      Audrey C. Mok
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Eye Treatment Center

      3900 Long Beach Blvd, 
      Long Beach, CA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Mok's initial exposure to eye care started when she was a young child, when she realized that she could actually see the leaves on the trees after obtaining her first pair of glasses.  She grew up locally in Southern California, attending St. Joseph High School in Lakewood.  She began to think about a career in medicine during this time and during her undergraduate studies at UCLA, where she graduated cum laude with a B.S. in Psychobiology. Dr. Mok attended medical school at Georgetown University, and then decided to return to California to complete an internship in Internal Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.She then moved to Chicago to train at the University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary for her ophthalmology residency.  During that time, she realized that she wished to specialize even further, and continued training at the University of California, Irvine, to complete a fellowship in Oculoplastics and Neuro-ophthalmology.  During her fellowship, she gained additional experience in medical and surgical treatments for patients with eyelid disorders, eyelid reconstruction, thyroid disease, strokes, and other neurological conditions which can affect eyesight.  Dr. Mok also performs cosmetic procedures such as upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), and is skilled in the use of Botox for both cosmetic and medical (i.e. for eyelid and facial spasms). She  has extensive experience in injecting soft-tissue fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm, and Sculptra.  She has presented posters and papers at international ophthalmological meetings, and since joining Eye Treatment Center in 2005 she has served as a primary or sub-investigator in multiple cutting-edge clinical research trials. Dr. Mok was eager to return to the Southern California community that she grew up in, and is committed to her patients and to the area.  In her current practice, she is also a skilled cataract surgeon well-versed in pterygium, small-incision cataract surgery and premium intraocular lens technology.  Dr. Mok has been named by her peers to the Super Doctors® Rising Stars list for the second year in a row.  Currently, she is serving as Chair for the Department of Ophthalmology at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center.  She enjoys spending time with her husband and their two sons, traveling, running, and reading.Dr. Audrey Mok is a board-certified ophthalmologist whose clinical and surgical expertise is focused on Oculoplastics and Neuroophthalmology. She strives to bring her patients excellent and compassionate care. Dr. Mok is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Glaucoma, and Cataract.

      Kenneth O. Sparks
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Kenneth O. Sparks, MD Private Practice

      3849 Tweedy Blvd, 
      South Gate, CA 
       (12.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kenneth Sparks is an Ophthalmologist in South Gate, California. Dr. Sparks is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Retinal Vein Occlusion, Retinal Detachment, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Sparks is currently accepting new patients.

      Veronique H. Jotterand
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Ophthalmology | Pediatrics

      Veronique Jotterand, MD, A Medical Corp.

      2865 Atlantic Ave, Ste 109, 
      Long Beach, CA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, German, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Veronique Jotterand, is a board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and strabismus surgeon with over 25 years of experience. Strabismus surgery realigns the eyes to improve depth perception and visual focus. Our practice also provides comprehensive children's eye care. With over 7,000 eye surgeries performed by Dr. Jotterand, her patients are confident they will receive the precise surgical treatment needed when operating on delicate eye muscles and tissues. She uses a minimally invasive strabismus technique that makes use of adjustable sutures to ensure that eyes are perfectly aligned and vision is optimized. Dr. Jotterand is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Amblyopia, Epicanthal Folds, and Esotropia.

      Expertise in
      29
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      29
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Retina Institute Of California Medical Group, A California Medical Par

      11525 Brookshire Ave, 201a, 
      Downey, CA 
       (9.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Japanese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Davis is an Ophthalmologist in Downey, California. Dr. Davis is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      24
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      24
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Retina Institute Of California Medical Group, A California Medical Par

      11525 Brookshire Ave, 201a, 
      Downey, CA 
       (9.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Taiwanese
      Accepting New Patients

      Kevin Suk is an Ophthalmologist in Downey, California. Dr. Suk is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Suk is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      23
      conditions
      Expertise in
      23
      conditions

      Regents Of The University Of California

      101 The City Dr S, 
      Orange, CA 
       (10.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Baruch Kuppermann is an Ophthalmologist in Orange, California. Dr. Kuppermann is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.

      Expertise in
      23
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      23
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      101 The City Dr S, 
      Orange, CA 
       (10.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeremiah Tao is an Ophthalmologist in Orange, California. Dr. Tao is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Ectropion, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

      Expertise in
      21
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      21
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Lakewood Eye Physicians And Surgeons Inc A Medical Group

      3300 E S St, Suite 105, 
      Lakewood, CA 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      John Ling is an Ophthalmologist in Lakewood, California. Dr. Ling is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Ling is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      101 The City Dr S, 
      Orange, CA 
       (10.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Marjan Farid is an Ophthalmologist in Orange, California. Dr. Farid is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Astigmatism, Keratoconus, Hereditary Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

      Expertise in
      18
      conditions
      Ophthalmology
      Expertise in
      18
      conditions
      Ophthalmology

      Lakewood Eye Physicians And Surgeons Inc A Medical Group

      3300 E S St, Suite 105, 
      Lakewood, CA 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Carl Hartman is an Ophthalmologist in Lakewood, California. Dr. Hartman is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Cone-Rod Dystrophy, and Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy. Dr. Hartman is currently accepting new patients.

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      What is an ophthalmologist? 

      An ophthalmologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating eye and vision problems. Ophthalmologists attend medical school and receive extra training in eye health and diseases. They can diagnose and treat serious eye conditions, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration, and they can also perform eye surgeries. Some surgeries they might perform include removing cataracts, repairing retinal tears, and LASIK surgery to improve vision. In addition to medical treatments and surgeries, ophthalmologists can prescribe glasses and contact lenses. However, people usually see an ophthalmologist if they have complex eye issues that need special care. 

      What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?     

      An optometrist and an ophthalmologist both help people with their eye health, but their training and roles are different. Optometrists go to optometry school and mainly focus on vision exams, prescribing glasses or contact lenses, and spotting common eye issues. They provide regular eye care and can help with many vision problems. An ophthalmologist, on the other hand, is a medical doctor who can handle more serious eye diseases and perform eye surgeries. While an optometrist can help with basic vision care, an ophthalmologist is trained to treat complex eye conditions. 

      What tests does an ophthalmologist perform?  

      Ophthalmologists perform a variety of tests to check eye health and detect issues. Here are some common tests they might use: 

      • Visual acuity test measures how well a person can see letters or symbols at different distances. 
      • Tonometry tests check eye pressure to help detect glaucoma. 
      • Dilated eye exam uses special drops to widen the pupils, allowing a clear view of the retina and optic nerve. 
      • Optical coherence tomography takes detailed images of the retina’s layers to spot conditions like macular degeneration or diabetic eye disease. 
      • Slit-lamp exam uses a bright light and microscope to examine the front part of the eye, including the cornea and lens. 

      What are the warning signs and symptoms of eye problems? 

      Eye problems can affect people differently and at different levels of intensity. Here are some common symptoms

      • Blurry or double vision: Difficulty seeing clearly or seeing two images can indicate vision problems. 
      • Floaters or flashes of light: Small specks or lines moving across your vision, or sudden flashes, may signal retinal issues. 
      • Eye pain, redness, or swelling: These symptoms could mean an infection, injury, or other eye condition. 
      • Sudden vision loss: Losing vision in one or both eyes suddenly is serious and requires immediate medical attention. 
      • Dry or itchy eyes: This may be related to eye strain or irritation, but sometimes can be a sign of an underlying issue. 
      • Frequent headaches: These may be linked to eye strain or vision changes. 
      • Trouble seeing at night: Difficulty seeing in low light could indicate a developing eye condition. 

      Why am I being referred to an ophthalmologist? 

      A referral to an ophthalmologist usually comes from an optometrist, primary care doctor, or another healthcare provider if they see signs of a serious eye condition, such as glaucoma, cataracts, or high eye pressure, or if a complex eye problem needs more specialized care. You might also be referred to an ophthalmologist if you experience sudden vision loss, eye pain, or an eye injury. People with health conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure might be referred to an ophthalmologist for extra monitoring to protect their eyes. 

      When should I see an Ophthalmologist near Los Alamitos, CA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Ophthalmologist near Los Alamitos, CA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Ophthalmologists near Los Alamitos, CA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Ophthalmologists near Los Alamitos, CA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Ophthalmologist in Los Alamitos?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Ophthalmologist search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Ophthalmologist?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Ophthalmologist near Los Alamitos, CA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Ophthalmologist?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Ophthalmologist may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Ophthalmologists near Los Alamitos, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Ophthalmologist search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Ophthalmologist that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Ophthalmologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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