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Dr. Carolyn Sakauye, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 73
Dr. Carolyn Sakauye, MD
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Dr. Carolyn Sakauye, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Fresno, CA.
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Dr. Carolyn Sakauye, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 73
Fresno, CA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
Dr. Carolyn Sakauye, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Fresno, CA.

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Dr. Carolyn Sakauye, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Fresno, CA and has 47 years experience. They graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1977 and completed a residency at University Utah Medical Center.They currently practice at California Eye Institute and are affiliated with Fresno Surgical Hospital and Saint Agnes Medical Center. At present, Dr. Sakauye received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Sakauye also speaks French, German, Russian and Spanish. Dr. Sakauye is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cataract Removal Surgery
Senile Cataracts
Glaucoma
Cataract Removal Surgery
Senile Cataracts
Glaucoma
Cataract Removal Surgery
Senile Cataracts
Glaucoma
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Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blocked Tear Duct
Cataract
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Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Retinopathy
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Herpetic Keratitis
Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Eyelid Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Acute Endophthalmitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Bell's Palsy
Blepharitis
Cataract Surgery Complications
Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Congenital Nystagmus
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Dry Eyes
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Eye Cancer
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Nystagmus
Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Pinguecula
Presbyopia
Pterygium
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Hemangioma
Retinal Ischemia
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinoblastoma
Serous Detachment Retina
Stye
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Tonic Pupil
Ulcerative Blepharitis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Excision of Chalazion
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Surgery
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Intraocular Lens Implant Surgery
Ocular Prosthetics
Paracentesis of Anterior Eye
Pterygium Surgery
Tear Duct Surgery
Ultrasound
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery

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    Platinum Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
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    Select Plus-CA HMO
    Select PPO (Select Network)-CA PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Eye Medical Center
    1122 S St Ste 101, Fresno, CA 93721
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (559) 486-5000
  2. 2 Eye Medical Center of Fresno
    1360 E Herndon Ave Ste 301, Fresno, CA 93720
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (559) 486-5000

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Apr 05, 2024
Very precise with her work which is what you want when someone operating on your eyes. Great bedside manner and invokes confidence
Dee — Apr 05, 2024
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Languages Spoken
French
German
Russian
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
    1977
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Pacific Medical Center|Pacific Med Center
    1978
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Utah Medical Center
    1981
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Wills Eye Hospital
    1982
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Carolyn Sakauye, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Sakauye's profile.

Dr. Carolyn Sakauye, MD is affiliated with Fresno Surgical Hospital and Saint Agnes Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Carolyn Sakauye, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Fresno Surgical Hospital

    6125 N Fresno St, Fresno, CA

  • Saint Agnes Medical Center

    1303 E Herndon Ave, Fresno, CA