Summary

Dr. James Shuler is a medical doctor specializing in ophthalmology and plastic surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. With four decades of practice experience, Dr. Shuler brings extensive knowledge to his dual specialties. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Shuler practices at Good Samaritan Hospital and Mercy Hospital Southwest Bakersfield in Bakersfield, California. His expertise includes treating cataracts, skin cysts, and styes and chalazia. He performs dilated eye exams to assess eye health and offers Botulinum injections for cosmetic and therapeutic purposes. Dr. Shuler also provides sedation services for patient comfort during procedures. Patients rate him an average of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Douglas Shuler has 3 locations

Bakersfield Eye Institute

7508 Meany AveBakersfield, CA 93308
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Hospital Southwest Bakersfield

400 Old River RdBakersfield, CA 93311

Good Samaritan Hospital

901 Olive DrBakersfield, CA 93308

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40 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish, Arabic Speaks Spanish, English
Bakersfield , CABAKERSFIELD , CABakersfield , CAMurrieta , CA
Med School: University Of California Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Douglas Shuler

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Douglas Shuler has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Douglas Shuler has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery)
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucla Medical Center

Medical School

University Of California Los Angeles David Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987
David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Shuler?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Shuler here on Vitals.
Does Dr. James Shuler accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Shuler has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. James Shuler speak?
Dr. James Shuler speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. James Shuler's office located?
Dr. James Shuler's office is located at 7508 Meany Ave, Bakersfield, CA, 93308.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Shuler affiliated with?
Dr. James Shuler is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital and Mercy Hospital Southwest Bakersfield.

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