4.4
32 Ratings with 23 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Robert Kersten is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 48 years to caring for patients with eye and vision conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Dr. Kersten is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology, demonstrating his expertise in comprehensive eye care. He provides care to patients in English.
Dr. Kersten practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. His clinical expertise includes treating drooping eyelids and ectropion, conditions that can affect both vision and appearance. He also specializes in managing orbital fractures, which are serious injuries around the eye socket. Dr. Kersten performs comprehensive vision tests and visual field testing to evaluate patients' sight and detect potential problems. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in …his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Kersten practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. His clinical expertise includes treating drooping eyelids and ectropion, conditions that can affect both vision and appearance. He also specializes in managing orbital fractures, which are serious injuries around the eye socket. Dr. Kersten performs comprehensive vision tests and visual field testing to evaluate patients' sight and detect potential problems. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in …his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 48 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States
- 23 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Internal Medicine | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 48 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi | ||
| San Francisco , CA | San Jose , CA | San Francisco , CA | SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO , CA |
| Med School: Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Albany Medical College | Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine |
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Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Robert C. Kersten holds an expired medical license in the state of Utah. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Utah that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States in 1978.
NPI Number
Robert C. Kersten's NPI number is 1780611269.
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- Robert C. Kersten is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
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- Robert C. Kersten's office is located at 400 Parnassus Ave # 8, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
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