Summary

Dr. Karen Christopher is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with 13 years of experience treating patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed her residency at the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute. Her extensive training has prepared her to address a wide range of vision and eye health concerns.

Dr. Christopher practices at the UCHealth Sue Anschutz Rodgers Eye Center in Aurora, Colorado. She focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Her expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to help diagnose and monitor eye conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 13 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • Colorado Blood Cancer Institute
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Uchealth Sue Anschutz Rodgers Eye Center Anschutz Medical Campus

1675 Aurora CtAurora, CO 80045
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.9 
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13 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Korean
Aurora , CODenver , CODenver , CODenver , CO
Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: University of Rochester Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Leigh Christopher

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Leigh Christopher has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Leigh Christopher 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

13 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Colorado Blood Cancer Institute.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine in 2013.

NPI Number

Dr. Christopher's NPI number is 1669715876.

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Dr. Karen Leigh Christopher's office is located at 1675 Aurora Ct, Aurora, CO, 80045.

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