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As a board-certified ophthalmologist who has always stayed at the forefront of his field,
Dr. Andrew F. Calman offers you today’s state-of-the-art treatment methods for a whole host of conditions. He trained under some of the most respected eye surgeons in the United States and helped to pioneer some of today’s modern surgical techniques. Dr. Calman performs laser surgeries in his office and cataract surgical procedures at St. Luke’s Hospital, which is conveniently located just one block from the Premier Eyecare office. Finally, as a clinical faculty member of the University of California School of Medicine at San Francisco, Dr. Calman is also helping train the next generation of eye surgeons.

Cataract surgery — A cataract is a cloudy area that occurs in the lens of the eye. Because cataracts are a normal part of aging, all men and women are at risk for them. In fact, about half of all Americans over age 65 have cataracts or have already had surgery to remove them.
Dr. Calman brings expertise and innovative, sight-restoring technology to the process of cataract removal. He was the first ophthalmologist in San Francisco to routinely perform “no-stitch, no-patch, no-injection” cataract surgery. With this simple outpatient procedure, your cataract is removed and a state-of-the-art lens is implanted to restore your vision. In many cases, special multifocal lens implants can help patients see clearly at all distances. There is minimal recovery time, and most patients can return to their normal activities immediately.

Glaucoma treatment — Glaucoma occurs when fluid build-up in the eye causes excessive intraocular pressure. Although many people fear this potentially sight-damaging condition, early diagnosis and treatment can help maintain your vision for a lifetime. If glaucoma is detected during your eye exam, our doctors will outline a treatment plan that may include pressure-reducing eyedrops or laser treatment. Effective surgery is available for more advanced cases of glaucoma.

Retinal disease — If you have diabetes, you are at increased risk for retinal problems. This disease damages blood vessels in the retina, which is the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye. As the disease progresses, these vessels leak, causing swelling of the retina and vision loss. Thankfully, Dr. Calman has extensive experience in diabetic retinal disease. He uses the latest diagnostic equipment to pinpoint diabetic eye disease in its early stages, when there are no outward symptoms.

If surgery is needed, you’re in good hands with
Dr. Calman. He is highly skilled in today’s most advanced laser techniques that can treat a variety of retinal disorders, including diabetic retinopathy, vein occlusions, retinal vascular disease and retinal tears. All diagnostic exams and laser treatments can be performed conveniently and comfortably in our office.