4.4
32 Ratings with 23 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Robert Kersten is an ophthalmologist with 48 years of experience treating 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 holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.
Dr. Kersten practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. His expertise includes treating drooping eyelids and ectropion, as well as managing orbital fractures. He performs comprehensive vision tests and visual field testing to evaluate patients' eyesight and eye health. Patients rate Dr. Kersten 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Kersten practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. His expertise includes treating drooping eyelids and ectropion, as well as managing orbital fractures. He performs comprehensive vision tests and visual field testing to evaluate patients' eyesight and eye health. Patients rate Dr. Kersten 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.
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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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Awards
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 48 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 27 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 | Speaks Spanish, Tagalog | Speaks English, Spanish |
| San Francisco , CA | San Jose , CA | Daly City , CA | San Mateo , 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: University Of Hawaii At Manoa | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Utah, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United StatesGraduated in 1978
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- Dr. Robert C. Kersten is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
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