Summary

Dr. Derek Welsbie is an ophthalmologist with dual MD and PhD degrees from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He brings two decades of specialized experience in eye care to his practice. Dr. Welsbie provides consultations in English for patients seeking comprehensive eye health services.

Dr. Welsbie practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, and maintains affiliations with Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. He focuses on treating glaucoma, a serious eye condition that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. His expertise includes performing tonometry to measure eye pressure, conducting comprehensive vision tests, and visual field testing to assess peripheral vision and detect potential problems early.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1.8
  • 20 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

9415 Compass Point Dr SSan Diego, CA 92126
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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Derek S. Welsbie, MD, PhDDr. Sharon M. Theodore, MDDr. Colin S. Ip, MDDr. Majid Mani, MD, FACS, FAAO, FASRS
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
1.8 
3.7 
20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Diego , CAESCONDIDO , CANational City , CAEl Centro , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: UCSF Med School: Indiana University School of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Derek S. Welsbie

  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Derek S. Welsbie has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Derek S. Welsbie has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Derek S. Welsbie 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

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 2006.

NPI Number

Derek S. Welsbie's NPI number is 1588869945.

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Derek Welsbie speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Derek Welsbie affiliated with?
Derek Welsbie is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.

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