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Dr. Arthur Allen, MD

Ophthalmology*•Male•Age 82

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Arthur Allen, MD is an ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1968. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Francis Medical Center and California Pacific Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Arthur Allen, MD

Practice

2100 Webster St Ste 214 San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 923-3007

Accepting new patients

(415) 923-3007

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Allen specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Allen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Allen

5.0

19 ratings, 7 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Frederick Matthews – Jul 17, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Feb 14, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Feb 10, 2018
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Jan 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Dec 30, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Berkeley, CA – Dec 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Berkeley, CA – Dec 02, 2017
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biography

I have over 43 years of experience as an ophthalmologist.  I am one of the few ophthalmologists who focuses on both retinal diseases and laser cataract surgery.  My special interests include the treatment of diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and cataract surgery and its complications.

  • Ophthalmology

  • Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery

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  • University Of Michigan

    Undergraduate School

  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1975

  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute-university Of Miami

    Fellowship Hospital, 1975

  • University Colo Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1972

  • University Of Colorado Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 1972

  • University Of California Davis Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1969

  • University Of Michigan Medical School

    Medical School, 1968
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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  • Retinal toxicity secondary to intraocular gentimycin injection., 1986

  • Diabetic Retinopathy Vitrectomy Study Research Group. Early vitrectomy for severe proliferative diabetic retinopathy in eyes with use vision. Results of a randomized trial-diabetic retinopathy vitrectomy study report 3., 1988

  • Extracapsular cataract extraction: prognosis and complications with and without posterior chamber lens implantation., 1987

  • Diabetic Retinopathy Vitrectomy Study Research Group. Early vitrectomy for severe proliferative diabetic retinopathy in eyes with use vision. Results of a randomized trial-diabetic retinopathy vitrectomy study report 3., 1987

  • Diabetic Retinopathy Vitrectomy Study Research Group. Two-year course of visual acuity in severe proliferative diabetic retinopathy with conventional management., 1985

  • Prealbumin: a major constituent of vitreous amyloid., 1987

  • Diabetic Retinopathy Vitrectomy Study Research Group. Early vitrectomy for severe vitreous hemorrhage in diabetic retinopathy. Two-year results of a randomized trial. Diabetic retinopathy vitrectomy study report 2., 1987

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Locations

Practice

Office2100 Webster St Ste 214 San Francisco, CA 94115
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Francis Medical Center

    3630 E Imperial Hwy
    Lynwood, CA 90262
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    69%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • California Pacific Medical Center

    3700 California St
    San Francisco, CA 94118
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

  • CPMC Van Ness Campus

    1101 Van Ness Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94109
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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