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    Advanced Retina Associates

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    California Retina Consultants - Stephen S. Couvillion, M.D.

    California Retina Consultants

    3.8(19 reviews)
    33.9 mi

    I had an excellent experience with Alessandro Castellarin at California Retina Consultants. From…read morethe moment I walked in, the entire team was professional, kind, and attentive. The supporting staff made the check-in and pre-exam process smooth and comfortable, and they were all very friendly and efficient. Dr. Castellarin was incredibly thorough and took the time to clearly explain my diagnosis and treatment options in a way that was easy to understand. I never felt rushed, and he made sure all of my questions were answered. His calm, reassuring approach made a stressful situation much easier to navigate. The procedure itself was handled with great care and precision, and the staff continued to check in and ensure I was comfortable throughout the visit. It's clear that everyone in the office works together as a team and truly prioritizes patient care. I'm very grateful for the level of expertise, professionalism, and compassion I received from both Dr. Castellarin and his team, and I would highly recommend California Retina Consultants to anyone in need of retina care.

    The doctors seem to be good, BUT, and this is a huge BUT, you are in a huge queue and it takes…read moreabout 90 minutes, up to two hours, for a simple appointment. They expect the patients to be respectful of their time, but they do not respect patients in return. The actual time with the doctor is super short, and for that they charge my insurance thousands of dollars each month!!!

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    Nika Bagheri, M.D.

    Nika Bagheri, M.D.

    5.0(3 reviews)
    21.6 mi

    I read reviews all over the web before going to this doctor. As always there are many reviews with…read moresome saying she is good an some were saying she is bad. Here is my experience. I arrived at the office 15 minutes before my appointment and was asked to fill out new patient information packet that asked about my information, my family history and my overall health. Once I finished that, I was taken to the back with in few minutes The exam started by one of her assistant checking my vision in each of my eye, checking the eye blood pressure and dilating my eye. I was also asked if I had any previous issue with my eyes or any complaints. Next I was taken to another room where photo of my eye was taken and then lastly to another machine that appeared to do same thing. At all times all of the employees were very professional and appeared to be knowledgeable. Lastly i was taken to the exam room where i saw Dr. Nika Bagheri, she walked in to the room and introduced herself. She took about 10-15 minutes to do the exam, speaking out loud on what she was saying to a person behind her that was typing everything that she was saying. At the end of the exam, she explained to me exactly what she seen in my eyes and advised me to come in 1 year in order to monitor possible problem with my eye. I will absolutely go back to her and I will also recommend her to my friends and family.

    Top retina doc. Dr…read more Bagheri is the best. Knows everything about the eye, very thorough and attentive, excellent bedside manner.

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    Franz Michel, MD - This is Dr. Franz Michel :)  His photo should be in the dictionary under G.O.A.T...seriously, the guy is top-notch, all the way around!

    Franz Michel, MD

    5.0(23 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Dr Franz Michel As good as it can possibly get! Kindness and…read morecare that exceeded my expectations. I had pterygion in both eyes for at least 30 years, which is a long time to deal with it but I got used to it and to the almost constant pain! I was too terrified of surgery to get them removed. A month ago my ophthalmologist said: "they are growing and you should consider surgery". I made a first appointment with his recommended specialist it was in 7 weeks. Not wanting to wait, a week later we found Dr. Michel on line and called on a Wednesday. First impression: I had a kind person on the phone and I was NEVER put on hold or dismissed!!! And I got a first appointment for the following Wednesday! Only a week! Wow! It is a 3 1/2 hour drive to Oxnard from here but it seemed worth it. The day before I get a call from the super kind and responsive office to confirm and asking: will your visit be in person or on the phone. Well, I didn't even know I had the option! So I emailed the photos of my eyes and Dr Michel called me exactly at the scheduled time and went over the options right away. Clear, detailed and caring and kinder than I had ever been treated by a health professional. It turned out my insurance didn't cover everything, but at this point I was convinced I wouldn't let anyone else take care of my eyes so I agreed to have the procedure done ... IN A WEEK! I was terrified and panicking, the anxiety level was ridiculously high but I managed to get there the next Wednesday and Thursday at 9 am we were at their office and met this incredibly caring , patient and professional crew and finally, Dr Michel in person. I was nervous but their care, as if I was the most important person on Earth, helped tremendously. I was having the procedure first on my left eye, where the pterygion had been the most significant, invasive and painful. Honestly, preoccupation is a waste of energy with this clinic! We went back to the hotel to sleep the rest of the day and night. Amazingly, without any fear or anxiety he repeated the process the next day on my right eye. Right after the procedure we went to a delicious restaurant and when the waitress saw my covered eye she asked what happened and I explained. Her words after she found out she knows of him: "Oh, he's an amazing doctor, my mother had that surgery done by him like 12 years ago!" After great food we drove back home, with Dr. Michel's phone number in hand, just in case... Here's the thing: a doctor that isn't afraid to give his patients his phone number and actually answers or replies to texts at anytime is a doctor who knows his specialty and is passionate about his patients and his work. You don't get that every day.

    Dr. Franz Michel is wonderful and the entire staff is too! I flew out from Texas to CA specifically…read morefor my eye surgery. I had my ptergium removal from my left eye done in October, 2025. My recovery, at this 4 month mark, has been great! I have NO REGRETS having my surgery done, only gratitude! My vision is better and I am now comfortable looking people in the eyes! My opthomologist in TX is highly impressed by Dr. Michel's work. I was informed of Dr. Michel's ptergium surgery ability 12 years ago by my optometrist, Dr. Griffith, in the Target optical dept. in Newbury Park, CA. He initially found my ptergium growth. He gave me Dr. Michel's card and I held on to it all this time. I'm sure glad I did! Dr. Michel is caring, concerned and a clear communicator. His right-arm tech, Naomi, is fantastic with communication and follow through on call backs and providing valuable information pre AND post op! My surgery experience could not have been better. I am eternally thankful on soooo many levels!

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    Franz Michel, MD - Five months after the surgery.

    Five months after the surgery.

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