4.7
15 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Franz Michel specializes in ophthalmology with nearly three decades of experience serving patients throughout California. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 29 years in practice, Dr. Michel brings extensive expertise to comprehensive eye care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Michel practices at locations in Thousand Oaks and Oxnard and maintains hospital privileges at Los Robles Regional Medical Center. He focuses on treating conditions such as pterygium and pinguecula, contact lens infections, and keratitis. His surgical expertise includes performing corneal transplants and comprehensive eye examinations, including dilated eye exams. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Michel practices at locations in Thousand Oaks and Oxnard and maintains hospital privileges at Los Robles Regional Medical Center. He focuses on treating conditions such as pterygium and pinguecula, contact lens infections, and keratitis. His surgical expertise includes performing corneal transplants and comprehensive eye examinations, including dilated eye exams. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 29 years of experience
- 11 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Pennsylvania Health System
- 6 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Franz Kosmos Michel has 2 locationsVentura County Lasik
1000 Newbury Rd Ste 220Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 Tel: (805) 499-2676
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
Ventura County Lasik
461 W 5th StOxnard, CA 93030 Tel: (805) 483-9999
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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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 29 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Farsi, Spanish | Speaks English, Russian, Spanish | |
| Thousand Oaks , CA | Thousand Oaks , CA | Lancaster , CA | West Hollywood , CA |
| Med School: State University Of New York Upstate Medical University | Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Franz Kosmos Michel
Medical Specialties
Dr. Franz Kosmos Michel has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Franz Kosmos Michel has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Dr. Franz Kosmos Michel 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
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Pennsylvania Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from State University Of New York Upstate Medical University and Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med in 1997.
NPI Number
Dr. Michel's NPI number is 1124176417.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Franz Michel affiliated with?
- Dr. Franz Michel is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Franz Michel accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Franz Michel accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Franz Michel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Franz Michel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Franz Michel?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Franz Michel here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Franz Michel's office located?
- Dr. Franz Michel's office is located at 1000 Newbury Rd Ste 220, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320.
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