Summary

Dr. Diana Kersten specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on eye health and vision care. She graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and completed her residency training at both Mt. Zion Medical Center, University of California San Francisco and Harvard University Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in 1983. With 44 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Kersten brings extensive expertise to her practice. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Kersten practices at Harvard Eye Associates in Laguna Hills, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Menifee Global Medical Center. She treats patients with cataracts, posterior vitreous detachment, and posterior capsule opacity. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. She also provides comprehensive eye exams to help patients maintain optimal vision health. Patients rate Dr. Kersten 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mt Zion Mc Uc San Francisco
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Harvard Eye Associates - Laguna Hills

23961 Calle de la Magdalena Ste 300Laguna Hills, CA 92653

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
3.7 
4.6 
44 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Russian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish
Laguna Hills , CAWest Hollywood , CANewport Beach , CANewport Beach , CA
Med School: University of Iowa Medical School Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Utah School Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Diana Hope Kersten

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Assurant Health
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - HMO
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Diana Hope Kersten has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Diana Hope Kersten has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Diana Hope Kersten holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mt Zion Mc Uc San Francisco in 1983 and Harvard University Mass Eye Ear Infirm in 1983.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Iowa Medical School, Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas in 1982, and Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States in 1982.

NPI Number

Diana Hope Kersten's NPI number is 1154387595.

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What languages does Diana Kersten speak?
Diana Kersten speaks English.
Does Diana Kersten accept my insurance?
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Does Diana Kersten accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Diana Kersten has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Diana Kersten affiliated with?
Diana Kersten is affiliated with Menifee Global Medical Center.

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