25 of the Best Ophthalmologists Near Me in Placentia, CA

Looking for the best ophthalmologist near Placentia, CA? Find a top ophthalmologist near you in Placentia, CA who is an expert in your specific condition. An ophthalmologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to eyes and vision.

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MediFind found 227 specialists near Placentia, CA

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    Retina Consultants Of Orange

    301 W Bastanchury Rd, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Caleb Ng is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Ng is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Uveitis, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Ng is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ng is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    270 Laguna Road, Suite 100, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Kim is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Pterygium, and Glaucoma. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
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    301 West Bastanchury Road, Suite 10, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Zdral is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Zdral is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Blepharitis, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). Dr. Zdral is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
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    3111 North Tustin Street, Suite 150, 
    Orange, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Yomtoob is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Yomtoob is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Yomtoob is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
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    270 Laguna Road, Suite 100, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Igor Bussel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Bussel is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Bussel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
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    UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute - Orange

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, 
    Orange, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jeremiah P. Tao is a board-certified UCI Health ophthalmologist specializing in tear drainage problems, thyroid eye disease, eyelid drooping, eyelid malposition, orbital tumors and orbito-facial trauma. He also offers cosmetic procedures, including Botox® and fillers, laser resurfacing and eyelid, brow, midface and face lifts.Tao earned his medical degree from University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia, where he also completed a residency in ophthalmology. Next, he completed a fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis.He is the UCI Health director of oculofacial plastic and orbital surgery and directs the School of Medicine’s prestigious oculoplastic surgery fellowship program, which is accredited by the American Society in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. An active researcher, he also gives lectures around the world and serves on the editorial board of the journalOculoplastic Surgery.He has been named a Physician of Excellence by the Orange County Medical Association for each of the last 10 years. Dr. Tao is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Blocked Tear Duct, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Tao is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.

    Expertise in
    18
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
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    UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute - Orange

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, 
    Orange, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish

    Dr. Marjan Farid is board-certified UCI Health ophthalmologist who specializes in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery, and the treatment of ocular surface disorders.She performs all types of corneal transplants, including femtosecond laser-enabled lamellar keratoplasty. She also performs limbal stem cell transplants and artificial corneal transplants to treat severe ocular surface disorders.Farid earned her medical degree at UC San Diego, followed by an internship at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego. She completed a residency in ophthalmology at the UCI School of Medicine, where she also received fellowship training in cornea and external disease under the late Dr. Roger Steinert, an international pioneer in refractive laser surgery.Her research focus is on corneal surgery and the use of the femtosecond laser in corneal transplantation. Her work has appeared in many peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Farid is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Astigmatism, Keratoconus, Hereditary Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Farid is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
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    UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute - Orange

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, 
    Orange, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi

    Sameh Mosaed is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Mosaed is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Mosaed is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.

    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
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    UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute - Orange

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, 
    Orange, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Dr. Donny W. Suh is a board-certified UCI Health ophthalmologist who specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus.He earned his medical degree at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He completed an ophthalmology residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin Eye Institute in Milwaukee, followed by a pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus fellowship at Johns Hopkins Medicine's Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, Md.Suh comes to UCI Health from Children’s Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha, Neb., where he served as chief of ophthalmology. He is chief of pediatric ophthalmology for theUCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute.His research is focused on pediatric eye conditions and developing devices to improve safety and precision during eye surgery. He has published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles in major journals, as well as chapters in major textbooks. As a longtime member and current chair-elect of the American Academy of Pediatrics, he has helped establish guidelines for pediatric eye care. He also has volunteered on medical missions to provide eye care and train local physicians in Africa, Asia, Europe and South America since 2000. Dr. Suh is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Brown Syndrome, Esotropia, and Tenotomy. Dr. Suh is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
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    UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute - Orange

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, 
    Orange, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Taiwanese

    Dr. Ken Y. Lin is a board-certified UCI Health ophthalmologist who specializes in traditional and minimally invasive cataract surgery and the treatment of glaucoma.His clinical interests include optic nerve and aqueous outflow imaging. He has repeatedly been recognized as a Physician of Excellence by the Orange County Medical Association.Lin completed his medical degree and a National Institutes of Health-sponsored doctoral degree in biophysics at Harvard Medical School in Boston. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at the UCI School of Medicine’s Department of Ophthalmology and Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, where he served as chief resident. He also completed a glaucoma fellowship at the institute.His research interests include the development and clinical evaluation of surgical devices to treat glaucoma and cataracts, including the use of artificial intelligence and fluid mechanics. He is the author and co-author of numerous peer-reviewed papers in leading journals and has contributed chapters to many textbooks.Lin also has been actively involved in physician training, serving on the Young Eye Surgeon clinical committee of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) and the Resident Self-Assessment Committee of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). He also has taught cataract surgery courses and served as a panelist at many national and international meetings. In addition to teaching residents and fellows, he mentors UCI undergraduate and medical students.He sees patients inOrangeandIrvine. Dr. Lin is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Cataract, and Trabeculectomy.

    Expertise in
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    University Eye Care Physicians

    15141 Whittier Blvd, Suite 480, Suite 480, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (9.0 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 clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Neuroretinitis, Uveitis, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Kapamajian is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
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    Ophthalmology
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    Fullerton Eye Center

    1400 N Habor Blvd, Suite 100, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    J. Nickolas Berbos, MD is an ophthalmologist practicing in Fullerton, California and has over 36 years of experiences in the medical field. He graduated from the department of ophthalmology at the University of California, Irvine. He is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center. He is accepting new patients. Dr. Berbos is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Cataract, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Expertise in
    23
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    23
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    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    999 North Tustin Avenue, Suite 17, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy You is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. You is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Hyphema, Neuroretinitis, and Vitrectomy. Dr. You is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
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    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    2010 East 1st Street, Suite 140, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Hwang is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Hwang is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, and Geographic Atrophy. Dr. Hwang is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Hwang is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    22
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    22
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    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    999 North Tustin Avenue, Suite 17, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rajiv Rathod is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Rathod is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Punctate Inner Choroidopathy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Rathod is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    21
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    21
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    Ophthalmology
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    Retina Institute Of California Medical Group

    2240 N Harbor Blvd, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Farsi, Japanese, Spanish, Uzbek
    Accepting New Patients

    Morgan Renner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Renner is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Pterygium. Dr. Renner is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology. Dr. Renner is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    20
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    20
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    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    2010 East 1st Street, Suite 140, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Eifrig is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Eifrig is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Geographic Atrophy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. Eifrig is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Eifrig is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    17
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    17
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    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Retina Associates Of Orange County

    2010 E 1st St, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mrinali Gupta is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Gupta is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Gupta is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
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    Ophthalmology
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    15
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    Ophthalmology
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    439 East Chapman Avenue, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Prit Sinchai is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Sinchai is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Sinchai is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    15
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    Ophthalmology
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    999 North Tustin Avenue, Suite 17, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sanford Chen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Vein Occlusion, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
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    Ophthalmology
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    Ophthalmology
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    18893 Colima Road, Suite A, 
    Anchorage, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Grant Lee is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, California. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Ophthalmology
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    11
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    Ophthalmology
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    William D. Mosier MD

    265 Laguna Rd, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Nobe is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Nobe is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Glaucoma, and Trabeculectomy.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Ophthalmology
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    11
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    Ophthalmology
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    Harvard Eye Associates

    1010 W. LA Veta Ave, Suite 175, 
    Orange, CA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Keller is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Keller is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Pterygium. Dr. Keller is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Ophthalmology
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    11
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    Ophthalmology
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    David B Sacks

    999 N Tustin Ave, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Sacks is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Sacks is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Pterygium. Dr. Sacks is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Sacks is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
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    Expertise in
    9
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    Winston Eye Care

    1400 N Harbor Blvd, 
    Fullerton, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Winston is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fullerton, California. Dr. Winston is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meibomianitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Winston is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Winston 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 Placentia, 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 Placentia, 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 Placentia, 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 Placentia, 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 Placentia?

    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 Placentia, 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 Placentia, 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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