4.8
23 Ratings with 18 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Pamela Bekendam is an ophthalmologist and surgeon who brings three decades of experience to eye care. She earned her medical degree from Loma Linda University in California, where she also completed her ophthalmology residency in 1998 after finishing an internal medicine internship at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena in 1995. Dr. Bekendam speaks both English and Spanish, helping her connect with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Bekendam practices at Pacific Eye Institute in Upland, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Jerry L Pettis Memorial VA Medical Center. She specializes in treating cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and astigmatism. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and advanced lens custom cataract surgery, along with BOTOX treatments. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her care.
Dr. Bekendam practices at Pacific Eye Institute in Upland, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Jerry L Pettis Memorial VA Medical Center. She specializes in treating cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and astigmatism. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and advanced lens custom cataract surgery, along with BOTOX treatments. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Residency in Ophthalmology Loma Linda University Medical Center Loma Linda California
- 18 written reviews
- 1 award
- 4 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Pacific Eye Institute Upland
555 N 13th AveUpland, CA 91786 Tel: (909) 982-8846
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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| Pamela J. Bekendam, MD | Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MD | Dr. Jahran Tajran, MD | Dr. Colin Bacorn, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 32 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, Russian, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Upland , CA | West Hollywood , CA | Temecula , CA | El Centro , CA |
| Med School: Loma Linda University Loma Linda California | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI | Med School: Washington University in St. Louis |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Pamela J. Bekendam
Medical Specialties
Pamela J. Bekendam has the following 4 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Pamela J. Bekendam has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Pamela J. Bekendam holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Residency in Ophthalmology Loma Linda University Medical Center Loma Linda California in 1998.
Internship
Completed their internship at Internship in Internal Medicine Huntington Memorial Hospital Pasadena California in 1995.
Medical School
Graduated from Loma Linda University Loma Linda California in 1994.
NPI Number
Pamela J. Bekendam's NPI number is 1225135288.
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- Pamela Bekendam is affiliated with Jerry L Pettis Memorial Va Medical Center.
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