Summary

Dr. Saras Ramanathan is an experienced ophthalmologist who has dedicated 34 years to providing comprehensive eye care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Prince Georges Hospital Center. Dr. Ramanathan specializes in treating complex eye conditions and helping patients maintain healthy vision throughout their lives. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Ramanathan practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. She focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Her expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, tonometry to measure eye pressure, and various vision tests to assess visual function. Patients have rated her care highly, giving her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 34 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Prince Georges Hospital Center
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Comprehensive Ophthalmology & Optometry Clinic

490 Illinois St.San Francisco, CA 94158

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Saras Ramanathan, MDDr. Keshav NarainDr. Michael Giancarlo Rosco, MDDr. Jeffrey Ryuta Willis, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyInternal MedicineOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
34 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, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi
San Francisco , CASan Jose , CASan Francisco , CASOUTH SAN FRANCISCO , CA
Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine 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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Insurance Plans Accepted by Saras Ramanathan

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Saras Ramanathan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Saras Ramanathan has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Saras Ramanathan holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Prince Georges Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Washington School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Saras Ramanathan's NPI number is 1326086828.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Saras Ramanathan speak?
Saras Ramanathan speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Saras Ramanathan's office located?
Saras Ramanathan's office is located at 490 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA, 94158.
Which hospitals is Saras Ramanathan affiliated with?
Saras Ramanathan is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Does Saras Ramanathan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Saras Ramanathan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Saras Ramanathan accepting new patients?
Saras Ramanathan is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Saras Ramanathan's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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