Summary

Dr. Catherine Sheils is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and surgical procedures. She earned her medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in Rochester, New York. Dr. Sheils completed her internship at Virginia Mason Medical Center in 2019, followed by her ophthalmology residency at the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute at University of California Irvine in 2022. She further advanced her expertise through a fellowship at the prestigious Shiley Eye Institute at University of California San Diego in 2023, bringing eight years of experience to her practice.

Dr. Sheils practices at Eye Care of San Diego locations in both San Diego and Escondido, California. She focuses on treating complex eye conditions including glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as cataracts that can cloud vision over time. Her surgical expertise includes advanced lens cataract surgery and traditional cataract surgery to restore clear sight. She also provides comprehensive eye examinations and ongoing eye health management. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sheils highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 for her care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 8 years of experience
  • 61 insurance plans accepted
  • Shiley Eye Institute University of California San Diego (San Diego CA)
  • 34 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 4 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Catherine Sheils has 2 locations

Eye Care of San Diego

5330 Carroll Canyon Road Suite 210San Diego, CA 92121
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Care of San Diego

700 West El Norte ParkwayEscondido, CA 92026
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English
San Diego , CANational City , CAEl Cajon , CANational City , CA
Med School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Rochester NY Med School: Indiana University School of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Catherine Sheils

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Avera Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Devoted Health
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Security Life
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Catherine Sheils has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Catherine Sheils has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Internal Medicine
  • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmologist

Certifications, License, & Education

8 Years Experience

Catherine Sheils holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Shiley Eye Institute University of California San Diego (San Diego CA) in 2023.

Residency

Completed their residency at Gavin Herbert Eye Institute University of California Irvine (Irvine CA in 2022.

Internship

Completed their internship at Virginia Mason Medical Center in 2019.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Rochester NY in 2018.

NPI Number

Catherine Sheils' NPI number is 1932605649.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Catherine Sheils's office located?
Catherine Sheils's office is located at 5330 Carroll Canyon Road Suite 210, San Diego, CA, 92121.
Does Catherine Sheils accept my insurance?
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