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5 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan specializes in ophthalmology and internal medicine, bringing 17 years of clinical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers.
Dr. Balakrishnan practices at multiple DLV Vision locations throughout California, including Westlake Village, Camarillo, Simi Valley, Encino, Newbury Park, and Ventura. She focuses on treating cataracts, astigmatism, and posterior capsule opacity. Her expertise includes performing cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants. She also provides retinal imaging services to help diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Balakrishnan practices at multiple DLV Vision locations throughout California, including Westlake Village, Camarillo, Simi Valley, Encino, Newbury Park, and Ventura. She focuses on treating cataracts, astigmatism, and posterior capsule opacity. Her expertise includes performing cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants. She also provides retinal imaging services to help diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 17 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- University Of Michigan Hospitals And Health Centers
- 4 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 8 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Sharmini Asha Balakrishnan has 8 locationsDLV Vision - Westlake Village
Westlake Village, CA 91361Mon8:00 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
DLV Vision - Camarillo
Camarillo, CA 93010Mon8:00 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
DLV Vision - Simi Valley
Simi Valley, CA 93065Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
DLV Vision - Ventura
Ventura, CA 93003Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Sharmini Asha Balakrishnan, MD | Dr. George Tung, MD | Dr. Leeber Cohen, MD | Dr. Jessica B. Ciralsky, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 17 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish | Speaks English | |
| Westlake Village , CA | Bellmore , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sharmini Asha Balakrishnan
Medical Specialties
Dr. Sharmini Asha Balakrishnan has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Sharmini Asha Balakrishnan has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
17 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Michigan Hospitals And Health Centers.
Medical School
Graduated from Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine in 2009.
NPI Number
Dr. Balakrishnan's NPI number is 1639306343.
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- Where is Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan's office located?
- Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan's office is located at , Westlake Village, CA, 91361.
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