Summary

Dr. Hema Ramkumar is an ophthalmologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the retina and back of the eye. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency at the United States Naval Medical Center. With 16 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Ramkumar has developed expertise in caring for patients with complex eye conditions. She speaks English fluently with her patients.

Dr. Ramkumar practices at Retina Consultants of Orange County in Fullerton, California, and maintains an affiliation with Naval Medical Center San Diego Balboa. She focuses on treating diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration, two serious conditions that can affect vision. Her practice includes performing retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to get detailed views of the eye's structures, as well as providing anti-VEGF treatments to help preserve patients' sight. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 54 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 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

Retina Consultants Of Orange County - Fullerton

301 W Bastanchury Rd Ste 285Fullerton, CA 92835

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16 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English, Arabic Speaks English, Russian, Spanish Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish
Fullerton , CAMission Viejo , CAWest Hollywood , CANewport Beach , CA
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Hema Lakshmi Ramkumar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareMore
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Hema Lakshmi Ramkumar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Hema Lakshmi Ramkumar 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

16 Years Experience

Hema Lakshmi Ramkumar 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Naval Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 2011 and NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY THE FEINBERG SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 2010.

NPI Number

Hema Lakshmi Ramkumar's NPI number is 1184919524.

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What languages does Hema Ramkumar speak?
Hema Ramkumar speaks English.
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