Summary

Dr. Derek Lauritzen specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on complex eye conditions that affect vision. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center. With 34 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Lauritzen has developed extensive expertise in retinal disorders and cataract treatment. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Lauritzen practices at Adventist Health Sierra Vista and sees patients in San Luis Obispo and Templeton, California. His clinical expertise includes treating cataracts, retinal detachment, and bothersome floaters and flashes that can interfere with daily activities. He performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision, as well as specialized retinal detachment surgery to preserve and repair sight. Patients have given Dr. Lauritzen an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 34 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Suny Health Science Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Derek Brian Lauritzen has 2 locations

Retina Specialists Of The Central Coast

941 California BlvdSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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

Retina Specialists of the Central Coast — Templeton

1050 Las Tablas Rd Ste 6Templeton, CA 93465

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Dr. Derek Brian Lauritzen, MDDr. Mark David Sherman, MDDr. Janet Chen, MDDr. Terry Lynn Kaiura, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.8 
4.6 
34 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 27 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 Speaks Chinese, Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English
San Luis Obispo , CALompoc , CASacramento , CASan Luis Obispo , CA
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Brian Lauritzen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Derek Brian Lauritzen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derek Brian Lauritzen has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Uveitis
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Suny Health Science Center

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1992

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