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Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D.

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Accepting New Patients

(3 Ratings)

Specializes in: Eye Disease Ophthalmology (Corneal and External Diseases)

University of Washington School of Medicine (2002)

Professional interests include: refractive cataract surgery, complex cataract surgery, cataracts, and more.

2001 Santa Monica Boulevard Suite 985w
Santa Monica, CA 90404

(310) 828-5888

Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. is a cornea specialist in Santa Monica, CA specializing in eye disease ophthalmology (corneal and external diseases). He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2002 and has 23 years of experience.

Office Locations

Address:

2001 Santa Monica Boulevard Suite 985w
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Some issues Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. can help you with:

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

Secondary Cataract Surgery

During cataract surgery, the cloudy, damaged lens is removed from the eye and replaced with a synthetic lens. This lens (called an intraocular lens implant) is held in place by a thin membrane inside the eye. In some cases, months or years after cataract surgery, scar tissue slowly forms and covers this membrane, making vision cloudy again. This is called posterior capsule opacity (PCO). Secondary cataract surgery is a procedure performed to treat PCO and restore vision.

The symptoms of posterior capsule opacity are oddly similar to those of cataracts, including blurry vision, glare, or halos when looking at bright light. However, PCO is a different condition, and secondary cataract surgery is not used to treat cataracts.

During secondary cataract surgery, an ophthalmologist cuts a hole (most often using a laser) through the clouded membrane. This allows light to pass clearly through the lens again, making it possible to see clearly. The painless procedure only takes a few minutes, and is usually performed right in the office. Afterwards, patients may notice a difference in their vision right away. They may be given drops to put in their eyes to reduce pain and speed healing.

capsulotomy	30
eye procedures	1331
laser treatment	30
ultrasound (sonogram)	88

**Gender**
Male	193
Female	348

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	419
Black	24
Hispanic	44
Asian	37
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	231
From 75 to 84	178
85 and over	116
Less than 65	16

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	28
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

capsulotomy	35
doctor visit	31
eye procedures	1108
laser treatment	35
ultrasound (sonogram)	89

**Gender**
Male	170
Female	281

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	356
Black	14
Hispanic	35
Asian	23
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	200
From 75 to 84	141
85 and over	89
Less than 65	21

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

capsulotomy	40
doctor visit	917
eye procedures	1579
laser treatment	40
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

**Gender**
Male	612
Female	1074

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1432
Black	32
Hispanic	74
Asian	76
Other	72
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	642
From 75 to 84	628
85 and over	382
Less than 65	34

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	23
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

capsulotomy	69
doctor visit	764
eye procedures	1505
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	14
laser treatment	69
ultrasound (sonogram)	9

**Gender**
Male	301
Female	444

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	621
Black	0
Hispanic	38
Asian	37
Other	31
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	293
From 75 to 84	273
85 and over	163
Less than 65	16

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	23
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

capsulotomy	73
doctor visit	788
eye procedures	1465
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	76
laser treatment	73

**Gender**
Male	291
Female	458

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	631
Black	16
Hispanic	41
Asian	32
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	301
From 75 to 84	274
85 and over	163
Less than 65	11

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

capsulotomy	105
doctor visit	464
eye procedures	1671
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	107
laser treatment	105

**Gender**
Male	280
Female	402

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	566
Black	0
Hispanic	37
Asian	30
Other	31
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	265
From 75 to 84	268
85 and over	137
Less than 65	12

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	21
Dementia	9
Cancer	16

capsulotomy	88
doctor visit	268
eye procedures	1838
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	132
laser treatment	88

**Gender**
Male	232
Female	367

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	500
Black	12
Hispanic	30
Asian	23
Other	34
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	227
From 75 to 84	238
85 and over	119
Less than 65	15

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	20
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

capsulotomy	62
doctor visit	122
eye procedures	1812
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	207
laser treatment	62

**Gender**
Male	203
Female	303

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	419
Black	13
Hispanic	26
Asian	19
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	190
From 75 to 84	206
85 and over	99
Less than 65	11

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	18
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

capsulotomy	181
doctor visit	887
eye procedures	4230
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	808
laser treatment	181

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. treated as a cornea specialist in Santa Monica, CA were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

capsulotomy	75
doctor visit	533
eye procedures	1841
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	224
laser treatment	75
ultrasound (sonogram)	50

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D..

**Gender**
Female	367
Male	228

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	11
Asian / Pacific Islander	27
Non-Hispanic White	494
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	32
Other	26

**Age**
85 and over	126
75 to 84	220
Less than 65	13
65 to 74	234

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2002. He has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine (2002)

Licensed In: California

Insurance Information

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Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna, Cigna, Health Net, Anthem, Blue Shield of California, United Healthcare and TRICARE.

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According to our sources, Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna

Cigna

Health Net

Anthem

Blue Shield of California

United Healthcare

TRICARE

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. has a high overall rating with an average of 3.67 out of 5 stars based on 3 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D. from all over the web to help you find the right in Santa Monica, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. William Kenneth Christian, M.D.. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.	$32,120 Tecnis Multifocal family of 1-piece IOLs $18,241	Tecnis Symphony Toric IOL $3,370	Tecnis Symfony IOL $3,347	Tecnis Toric 1-piece IOL $3,306	Tecnis IOL $273	Other $3,582
CLARITY MEDICAL SYSTEM	$15,396 $15,396
Abbott Laboratories	$3,690 Optics $2,733	Healon Viscoelastics $685	Non-Covered $93	$179
GLAUKOS CORPORATION	$1,330 ISTENT TRABECULAR MICRO-BYPASS STENT SYSTEM $330	$1,000
Shire North American Group Inc	$287 XIIDRA $287
Other	$991 LENSAR LASER SYSTEM $324	VisuMax $153	ARTEVO 800 $115	Omidria $93	RESTASIS $48	Other $260

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$26,363
Honoraria	$13,562
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$6,000
Food and Beverage	$5,135
Travel and Lodging	$1,702
Other	$1,052

Biography

Dr. William Christian is a specialist in eye disease ophthalmology (corneal and external diseases). These areas are among his clinical interests: complex cataract surgery, secondary cataract surgery, and glaucoma. The average patient rating for Dr. Christian is 3.5 stars (out of 5). Dr. Christian appears to be in-network for Blue Shield, Health Net, Anthem, and more. He studied medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Christian is conversant in Spanish. According to DocSpot, new patients are welcome to contact his office in.

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Biography

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