4.6
14 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Chris Heichel specializes in ophthalmology, bringing 27 years of expertise to eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Sciences, then completed his residency training at Scripps Mercy Hospital. His extensive experience spans nearly three decades of treating patients with various eye conditions and performing complex surgical procedures. Dr. Heichel is fluent in both Spanish and English, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Heichel practices at UC San Diego Health in La Jolla, California, and maintains hospital privileges at University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center. He specializes in advanced laser and refractive surgery techniques, helping patients achieve clearer vision through cutting-edge procedures. His surgical expertise includes complex cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, restoring sight for patients with clouded natural lenses. …Patients consistently rate their experience highly, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Heichel practices at UC San Diego Health in La Jolla, California, and maintains hospital privileges at University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center. He specializes in advanced laser and refractive surgery techniques, helping patients achieve clearer vision through cutting-edge procedures. His surgical expertise includes complex cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, restoring sight for patients with clouded natural lenses. …Patients consistently rate their experience highly, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 27 years of experience
- 31 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- Scripps Mercy Hospital
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
UC San Diego Health
9300 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 534-6290
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Chris W Heichel, MD | Dr. Ayham R. Skaf, MD | Dr. James J. Peairs, MD | Dr. Colin S. Ip, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 27 Years of Experience | |||
| Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Arabic, English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English |
| La Jolla , CA | Chula Vista , CA | Chula Vista , CA | Chula Vista , CA |
| Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE | Med School: Ohio State University College of Medicine | Med School: Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, MA | Med School: Indiana University School of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Chris W Heichel
Medical Specialties
Dr. Chris W Heichel has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Chris W Heichel has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Scripps Mercy Hospital
Medical School
CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & SciencesGraduated in 1999
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