Summary

Dr. Clarissa Tendero is a board-certified ophthalmologist who has dedicated over four decades to caring for patients' vision and eye health. She earned her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and has built extensive experience treating a wide range of eye conditions throughout her 41-year career. Dr. Tendero is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient communities with personalized care.

Dr. Tendero practices at multiple Kaiser Permanente locations, including facilities in Sacramento, Walnut Creek, and the Sacramento VA Medical Center in Mather, California. She also maintains affiliations with these respected healthcare institutions, ensuring patients have access to comprehensive eye care services. Patients consistently rate her highly for her expertise and compassionate approach, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Clarissa Sylvana Tendero has 3 locations

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Dr. Clarissa Sylvana Tendero, MDDr. Jooyeon JungDr. Rachna GoliDr. Manpreet Singh Tiwana
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
41 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Mather , CASacramento , CASacramento , CASacramento , CA
Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Clarissa Sylvana Tendero

  • AARP
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Clarissa Sylvana Tendero has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Clarissa Sylvana Tendero has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Dr. Clarissa Sylvana Tendero 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 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Tendero's NPI number is 1497833156.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Clarissa Tendero speak?
Dr. Clarissa Tendero speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Clarissa Tendero accepting new patients?
Dr. Clarissa Tendero has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Clarissa Tendero accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Clarissa Tendero accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Clarissa Tendero affiliated with?
Dr. Clarissa Tendero is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center, and Sacramento Va Medical Center At Mather.
Does Dr. Clarissa Tendero accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Clarissa Tendero has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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