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- Emergency CareMy name is Becky Henke, the office manager since 2013. I helped Dr Andersen open her practice in Rancho Santa Margarita 32 years ago before moving to North Carolina where I taught middle school math and raised my 2 wonderful children and many family pets. My goal here is to make every patient experience exceptional, whether you're coming in for routine or emergency care, specialty contacts, a fabulous new pair of glasses, or for our dry eye clinic or esthetic services. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family, sailing, hiking, travel, cooking, and planning vacations.
- GlaucomaIs important because it can significantly reduce the risk of vision-threatening complications associated with high myopia later in life, such as glaucoma and retinal detachment.
- Ophthalmology
- Macular DegenerationA guide to eye care, LASIK laser eye surgery, eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision, eye exams, computer vision syndrome, glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and other eye problems and diseases. Contains eye doctor Q&A’s, frequently asked questions, and much more.
- Laser Eye SurgeryIf you are considering LASIK eye surgery, it means you are living with nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism, and probably currently wear glasses or contact lenses. LASIK is a great way to reduce your dependence on, or completely free yourself from, corrective lenses. It may be especially appealing because of your profession or lifestyle. It could be that you cannot wear contact lenses and dislike the appearance of glasses, or you may just want to reduce the expense and hassle of glasses and contacts.
- CataractsGeneral eye exams can diagnose a variety of eye conditions early on and are the best way to preserve good vision. For children, strabismus (crossed eye) and amblyopia (lazy eye) can often be diagnosed and treated in early childhood, avoiding life-long vision impairment. Also, rare eye conditions from birth (like congenital cataracts) can be diagnosed and treated. For all ages, refraction tests can determine whether prescription eyewear would be beneficial, and what power is necessary. Furthermore, many debilitating eye diseases can be diagnosed before noticeable symptoms occur, potentially making the difference between minor damage and major vision loss.
- Cataract SurgeryRancho Santa Margarita Optometrist (eye doctor), Dr. Kathleen Andersen is dedicated to excellence in optometry such as eyeglasses, izon lenses, contact lenses, general eye examinations, and laser eligibility exams. Dr. Andersen co-manages with the finest surgeons for LASIK and other ocular surgery like cataract surgery. Dr. Andersen is proud to serve Rancho Santa Margarita, Ladera Ranch, Mission Viejo, Coto De Caza, Dove Canyon, Trabuco Canyon and Surrounding communities.
- Eye ExamA comprehensive eye examination consists of a variety of standard tests designed to measure visual acuity and other vision faculties, as well as observe the health of the eye and check for common eye diseases. There is no pain or discomfort associated with an exam, and they typically take less than an hour.
- Labor and DeliveryNurse Patty was raised and educated on the East Coast. She began her career as a labor and delivery nurse, and eventually moved into aesthetic nursing 22 years ago. She is experienced with a variety of medical grade lasers devices, and treatments including Botox, Fillers and PRF. Her new found passion is helping relieve patients of the uncomfortable symptoms of dry eye syndrome. On any given day you can find her in the pre testing room, assisting the doctors with treatments or helping folks select frames. She is a mom to one son and animal lover who currently shares her home with a loving pitty, and enjoys decorating and re-finishing furniture in her spare time.
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- UltrasoundDr. Andersen was the first Optometrist in the nation to offer CIMT, Carotid Artery Intima Thickness ultrasound in detecting cardiovascular disease in her patients. Not only can she and her associates look to see damage to blood vessels in the retina, now they can look for atherosclerosis and plaques, potentially damaging the heart. These changes are reversible and Dr. Andersen is able to give her patients a report card with nutritional information designed to educate and create positive change for a healthier lifestyle. You can find more information under our Videos tab.
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- DermatologyIntense Pulse Light (IPL) Therapy is a common dermatology treatment that is used for skin conditions such as rosacea, sun damage, acne scarring, and wrinkles. Recent studies show that it also effectively treats chronic dry eye because it has multiple mechanisms of action that target the root cause of symptoms. Treatment with IPL uses a series of controlled, high energy light pulses to directly reduce inflammation and vascularization of the eyelid, liquefy and unclog tear glands to stimulate healthy tear production and keep eyes healthy, moisturized, and comfortable.
- Eczema