Summary

Dr. Joseph Christiansen is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and vitreous. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F.E. Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. With 17 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Christiansen has developed expertise in diagnosing and managing complex retinal disorders.

Dr. Christiansen practices at two locations in Texas: Brooke Army Medical Center in Fort Sam Houston and Bellaire Retina Center in Bellaire. He treats patients with retinal detachment, age-related macular degeneration, and posterior vitreous detachment. His surgical expertise includes performing retinal detachment surgery and retinal imaging procedures. Dr. Christiansen also provides sedation services to ensure patient comfort during specialized eye treatments.

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Quick Facts

  • 17 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Stephen Christiansen has 2 locations

Brooke Army Medical Center

3551 Roger Brooke DrFort Sam Houston, TX 78234

Bellaire Retina Center

4460 Bissonnet St Ste 200Bellaire, TX 77401
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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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
17 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Fort Sam Houston , TXWebster , TXWebster , TXKyle , TX
Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: Rosenberg School of Optometry
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Stephen Christiansen

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Sana
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Stephen Christiansen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Stephen Christiansen 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

17 Years Experience

Dr. Joseph Stephen Christiansen holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Christiansen's NPI number is 1306075619.

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Dr. Joseph Stephen Christiansen's office is located at 3551 Roger Brooke Dr, Fort Sam Houston, TX, 78234.
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