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The Vanguard Eye Institute - Santa Monica Office

4.9 (123)
2001 Santa Monica Blvd, Ste 985W, Santa Monica, CA, 90404
The Vanguard Eye Institute - Santa Monica Office

About The Vanguard Eye Institute - Santa Monica Office

The Vanguard Eye Institute is a premier facility for everything eye-related, offering a range of services to patients seeking to improve their vision. Led by board-certified ophthalmologist Dr. Will Christian, The Vanguard Eye Institute utilizes cutting-edge surgical procedures to address almost any visual disturbance. Whether patients are in their 20s, 30s, or 40s and in need of LASIK, PRK, or ICL, or in their 50s or 60s and frustrated with reading glasses, Dr. Christian will customize the appropriate procedure to address their needs.

One of the most popular procedures offered by the Institute is modern-day cataract surgery, which is quick, painless, and lasts a lifetime. Due to recent, revolutionary advancements in cataract surgery, such as the femtosecond laser technology to perform the surgery, the extended-depth of focus lens implant to attain clear vision at all distances, and intraoperative aberrometry for astigmatism measurement and correction, many people are now electing to have "cataract surgery" in their 50s and 60s before the onset of visual degradation. The Vanguard Eye Institute also offers LASIK surgery, which is approved by NASA and the US Military to optimize the eyesight of astronauts and pilots.

In addition to these procedures, the Vanguard Eye Institute offers refractive lens exchange, which is a highly precise method of replacing the lens of the eye with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL), and PRK, which is a laser eye surgery that is very similar to LASIK. Dr. Christian's expertise also allows him to, in most cases, halt the degradation and clouding of one's vision caused by conditions such as glaucoma.

The Vanguard Eye Institute serves patients in Santa Monica and Los Angeles and is known for its friendly and informative approach. Dr. Christian has helped over 2,500 people per year improve their vision through LASIK and is frequently called upon to lecture, consult, and educate other doctors in his innovative techniques. Patients seeking a permanent solution for their vision issues can visit the Institute's Santa Monica location or its Los Angeles location.

The Vanguard Eye Institute - Santa Monica Office Reviews

The Vanguard Eye Institute - Santa Monica Office Aggregate Rating

4.9
based on 123 reviews from around the web

Most Common Trends in The Vanguard Eye Institute - Santa Monica Office Reviews

Exceptional surgical skills
Comprehensive patient care
High-quality medical outcomes
Uses advanced surgical technology

Patients are talking about:

  • Dr. Christian is praised for his surgical expertise, particularly in LASIK, PRK, and cataract procedures, leading to significant enhancements in patients' vision.
  • Patients appreciate Dr. Christian's approachable demeanor, detailed explanations, and patient-oriented consultations, setting them at ease during their surgical journey.
  • Despite grappling with multiple vision conditions, patients report experiencing marked improvements in their sight, often achieving 20/15 or 20/20 vision post-procedure. Many describe the outcomes as life-changing.
  • Whilst a few patients raised concerns about the higher cost and shorter consultation time, the vast majority express high satisfaction rates, often recommending Dr. Christian enthusiastically.

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Yelp Reviews

5 average Yelp Rating
Yelp user Suzanne C.
Suzanne C.

Cataracts The procedures went perfectly and I could not be more pleased with my experience. Read More

5 average Yelp Rating
Yelp user Adriana D.
Adriana D.

"I cannot recommend Dr. William Christian enough to anyone in need of an outstanding ophthalmologist. I was referred to Dr. Christian by my "angel"... Read More

5 average Yelp Rating
Yelp user Greg C.
Greg C.

Great person excellent care I recommend him to all readers Good bed side thanks Greg Read More

Map of The Vanguard Eye Institute - Santa Monica Office

Refractive Surgery Services

Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL)
Intacs Corneal Implant
Lifestyle Lenses
Custom LASIK

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310-444-1134
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Patients are talking about:
Experienced in cataract and LASIK surgery
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William K Christian MD

2001 Santa Monica Blvd, Ste 985W, Santa Monica, CA, 90404

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Sadiqa K Stelzner, MD, FACS

1908 Santa Monica Blvd, Ste 3, Santa Monica, CA, 90404 (0.1 mi)

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