4.8
9 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Christopher Girkin is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating eye conditions and performing eye surgeries. He earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and has been practicing for over three decades. Dr. Girkin is fluent in English.
Dr. Girkin practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, and maintains affiliations with several prestigious medical centers including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB Callahan Eye Hospital, and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest. He focuses on treating cataracts and glaucoma, conditions that can significantly impact vision. His expertise includes performing cataract surgery to restore clear sight. Dr. Girkin also conducts comprehensive vision tests and specialized procedures like visual field testing and tonometry to monitor eye pressure. Patients rate him 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Girkin practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, and maintains affiliations with several prestigious medical centers including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB Callahan Eye Hospital, and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest. He focuses on treating cataracts and glaucoma, conditions that can significantly impact vision. His expertise includes performing cataract surgery to restore clear sight. Dr. Girkin also conducts comprehensive vision tests and specialized procedures like visual field testing and tonometry to monitor eye pressure. Patients rate him 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. Christopher Girkin, MD | Dr. James J. Peairs, MD | Dr. Tayson Delengocky, DO | Dr. Nasrin Mani, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 33 Years of Experience | |||
| Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks French, Vietnamese, English | Speaks English |
| San Diego , CA | Chula Vista , CA | Chula Vista , CA | Chula Vista , CA |
| Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine | Med School: Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, MA | Med School: University of North Texas Health Science Center | Med School: Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher Girkin has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher Girkin has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired
Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of MedicineGraduated in 1993
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- Dr. Christopher Girkin's office is located at 9415 Compass Point Dr S, San Diego, CA, 92126.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Girkin affiliated with?
- Dr. Christopher Girkin is affiliated with Uab Hospital Birmingham, Uab Callahan Eye Hospital, Uab Highlands, University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest, and Uab Women And Infants Center.
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