Summary

Dr. Galen Winegardner specializes in ophthalmology with expertise in complex retinal conditions. They completed medical school at the University of Kansas School of Medicine and pursued residency training at the prestigious Mayo Clinic and Medical School. With 62 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Winegardner brings extensive knowledge to treating vision-threatening conditions. They are fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Winegardner practices at the Sutter Gould Eye Care Center in Modesto, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Oak Valley Hospital. They focus on serious retinal conditions including retinal detachment and age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Winegardner also treats diabetic eye disease, helping patients manage vision complications from diabetes. Their diagnostic expertise includes advanced retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to assess eye health in detail.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 62 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Mayo Clinic And Medical School
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Sutter Gould Eye Care Center

1011 Sylvan Ave Ste CModesto, CA 95350
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

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Dr. Galen Elwood Winegardner, MDDr. James Allen Gammon, MDDr. Keith Alan Davis, MDDr. Marshall Raymon Contreras, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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62 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, English
Modesto , CAModesto , CAModesto , CATurlock , CA
Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Galen Elwood Winegardner

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Galen Elwood Winegardner has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Galen Elwood Winegardner has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

62 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mayo Clinic And Medical School

Medical School

University Of Kansas School Of MedicineGraduated in 1964

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Galen Winegardner speak?
Dr. Galen Winegardner speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Galen Winegardner's office located?
Dr. Galen Winegardner's office is located at 1011 Sylvan Ave Ste C, Modesto, CA, 95350.
Does Dr. Galen Winegardner accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Galen Winegardner accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Galen Winegardner affiliated with?
Dr. Galen Winegardner is affiliated with OAK VALLEY HOSPITAL.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Galen Winegardner?
You can find contact information for Dr. Galen Winegardner here on Vitals.

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