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Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD

Optometry* Age 85
Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD
4.7 (9 Ratings)

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Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD is an Optometrist in Chico, CA.
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Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD

Optometry* Age 85
Chico, CA
Accepting new patients
58 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD is an Optometrist in Chico, CA.

About

Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD is an Optometrist in Chico, CA and has 58 years experience. They graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1966 and completed a residency at Kettering Medical Center.They currently practice at Mangrove Medical Group and are affiliated with Enloe Medical Center. Dr. Ekkens has experience treating conditions like Muscle Spasm, Muscle Cramping and Nausea among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ekkens received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Ekkens also speaks Spanish. Dr. Ekkens accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Muscle Spasm
Muscle Cramping
Nausea
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Cramping
Nausea
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Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Joint Pain
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Shortness of Breath
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Urinary Incontinence
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Vitamin B Deficiency
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
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Electrocardiogram (EKG)
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Achilles Tendinitis
Acute Bronchitis
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Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
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Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Fetal Cardiac Screening
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Health Screening
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Prostate Cancer Screening
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Psychiatric Evaluation
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Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
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VAP Lipid Testing
Wheelchair Evaluation
Worker's Compensation Evaluations

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Locations

  1. 1 Mangrove Medical Group
    1040 Mangrove Ave Ste 8, Chico, CA 95926

Patient Satisfaction

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4.7
Based on 9 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
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Jul 14, 2023
The best doctor. Professional, sincere caring, listens to his patients and provides excellent healthcare.
Stacey — Jul 14, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD is an optometrist in Chico, CA and has over 57 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1966. He specializes in Optometry.
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Optometry
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
    1966
Medical Education

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Kettering Medical Center
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ekkens' profile.

Dr. Ekkens frequently treats the following conditions: Muscle Spasm, Muscle Cramping and Nausea. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD is affiliated with Enloe Medical Center.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Enloe Medical Center

    1531 Esplanade, Chico, CA