J. David Karlin, M.D.

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Meet Dr. J. David Karlin

As the newest member of Ophthalmology Associates of the Valley, Dr. J. David Karlin is an experienced, board-certified ophthalmologist who has over 30 years of performing thousands of advanced eye surgeries. He routinely performs cataract, refractive, cosmetic, and glaucoma procedures. In addition, Dr. Karlin has experience with more complicated procedures, such as implanting premium intraocular lenses (IOL), which can lead to spectacle independence for over 15 years.

Dr. Karlin graduated from the Medical College of Wisconsin, completed his internal medicine and ophthalmology residencies in New York, and started his practice in West Hills in 1980. When he is not at Ophthalmology Associates of the Valley, he is an assistant clinical professor of ophthalmology at UCLA's Stein Eye Institute. For his outstanding job as an assistant professor, he recently received "Teacher of the Year."

Additionally, he speaks Farsi and some Spanish.

Specialties and Expertise

Dr. Karlin is skilled at diagnosing, treating, and managing eye conditions. He specializes in advanced treatments, including diabetic retinopathy, LASIK, glaucoma surgery, cosmetic eyelid surgery, laser cataract surgery, retinal tears, and cornea transplants. For patients who suffer from certain eye diseases, like macular degeneration, eye floaters and eye flashes, and uveitis, he can help manage the symptoms associated with these issues. He also helps patients with general eye healthcare, performs routine eye exams, and fits them for contacts or glasses.

Reviews

"Dr. Karlin is AMAZING!! He is Smart, Kind, Compassionate, & Listens. I recently had a surgical procedure with Dr. Karlin and He made me feel so at ease!!, I was nervous but He was so calming!! His entire staff is Warm and friendly!! I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Karlin!! He is a gem!!"

S.P.

Demandforce

"Dr. Karlin and staff are always very thorough, friendly and professional."

M.L.

Demandforce

"My visit was great. Thanks to Vanessa for making my visit possible with less than 24 hours' notice. Thanks to Ivy who inspected my eyes. She was great. And thanks to Herman who made sure my documents were foolproof and who personally saw that they were correct and then brought them to my seat in the waiting area. And thanks to Dr. Karlin who approved and signed the necessary paperwork that I could take to DMV to enable them to provide me with my new driver's license. What a great team working in harmony."

D.I.

Demandforce

"I called at 9:30 am. And after I explained what my concern was I was told to be at the office at 10:15 am. I waited a while and Dr Karlin came in and did an examination. He was so patient and kind. He found the problem and will be following up with a solution. I was very relieved. I am so happy with Dr Karlin and his staff."