Summary

Dr. Richard Meister is a board-certified ophthalmologist with expertise in emergency medicine and plastic surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of California Davis School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center. With 46 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Meister brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Meister is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Northern California, including Roseville, Citrus Heights, and Auburn. He specializes in treating serious retinal conditions such as age-related macular degeneration and retinal detachment. His surgical expertise includes advanced retinal imaging and anti-VEGF treatments for various eye conditions. Patients have given Dr. Meister an average rating of 3.1 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 46 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Health Science Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Burns Meister has 3 locations

Nvision Eye Centers

1524 Eureka RdRoseville, CA 95661
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Surgery Center Of Northern California

5959 Greenback Ln Ste 310Citrus Heights, CA 95621
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 - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Auburn Family Optometry Inc

3133 Professional Dr Ste 14Auburn, CA 95603
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Richard Burns Meister, MDDr. Curtiss Eugene Weidmer, MDDr. Donald Stinson Blythe, MDDr. Merl William Obrien, MD
OphthalmologyPublic Health & General Preventive MedicineEmergency MedicineEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.1 
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46 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Roseville , CAPlacerville , CAFair Oaks , CASacramento , CA
Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Burns Meister

  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Burns Meister has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Burns Meister has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Davis School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Meister's NPI number is 1972552321.

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Dr. Richard Meister speaks English and Spanish.

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