Dr. Brad Steven Elkins, MD is a Ophthalmologist - General practicing in Encino, CA
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| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Ca, San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco Ca | Other Degree | 1991 | |
| University of California | Medical Degree | 1991 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School Program | Not Specified | |
| Residency - Jules Stein Eye Institute | 1992 | |
| Residency - Jules Stein Eye Institute UCLA | 1992 | |
| Internship - UCLA San Fernando Vly Program | 1992 | |
| Fellowship - University Utah HSC/Moran Eye Center, Refractive Surgery | 1995 | |
| Continuing Medical Education (CME) - After compeleting his internship at UCLA, Dr. Elkins took his residency in ophthalmology at the famed Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA. From there, numerous LASIK courses. -- he completed a fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at the University of | Not Specified |
| Certification | Cert. Body | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Not Specified |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Not Specified |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Fellow | American Academy of Ophthalmology | Present |
| Distinction | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Southern California Super Doctors | 2010-2012 | |
| Southern California Super Doctors 2008 | 2009 | |
| Los Angeles Super Doctors | 2007 | |
| Los Angeles Magazine | 2011 | |
| Outstanding Ophthalmologist in the Valley, Daily News | 2010 | |
| PS 250 | 2010 | |
| VISX Star Surgeon, VISX | 2000 |
Years In Practice: 27 (started in 1998)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
“Fantastic and gentle”
I like Dr. Elkins very much and the results I've gotten with him and my cataracts surgery. He's very nice and gentle, and explains my procedures very well. His staff is friendly and they always make it easy for me to make my appointments.Â
“Dr. Elkins and his staff made me feel very comfortable”
I had my cataracts surgery with Dr. Elkins earlier this year and everything was so easy. I was very nervous at first because it was my first time, but Dr. Elkins and his staff made me feel very comfortable. The office staff are excellent, extremely courteous and very knowledgable. My procedure went flawlessly, and I'm very happy with my results.
“Years of great experience”
I've been seeing Dr. Elkins for many years now, and he's always been very helpful. When it came to my cataracts problem, he recommended something I never heard of, the torrec lens. He said it would go beyond my expectations and it really did. My whole experience with Dr. Elkins has been a real love affair. He's wonderful, personal, warm, and passionate.
“I recommend Dr. Elkins”
My relationship has been excellent with Dr. Elkins. I had cataract surgery with Dr. Elkins and everything was exactly as I had expected. Thank you Dr. Elkins! I have reccomended several of my family and friends to you.
“My one and only eye doctor”
Dr. Elkins is an outstanding doctor! He's done my cataract surgery and been the only doctor I go to see for my eye check ups. He's willing to answer all the questions I have and I really like that about him. I would recommend Dr. Elkins and have recommended him to all of my friends and family.Original review on DoctorsDig.com
“The Gift of Sight”
I'm extremely nearsighted and I've been in contacts and glasses for over 40 years. Dr. Elkins just did LASIK on my eyes, and it really is a miracle. There are other places that I could have got the surgery cheaper, but who are you going to trust your eyes with? My entire family and I have been with Dr. Elkins for the longest time. I'm so grateful Dr. Elkins has given me the gift of site, I will be forever grateful. Thank you!!!
“Excellent cataract surgery!”
Recently I had my cataracts surgery with Dr. Elkins and it was so pleasant. There was no stress, it was easy, and I look forward to the second one. My sight has been just great - far beyond my expectations. Dr. Elkins was marvelous!
“Comfortable and pleasant procedure”
I had the PRK procedure done and I was very pleased with my results. The staff is always great, and they've been really helpful with my checkups and everything. Dr. Elkins made me feel very comfortable and I'm glad he was the one to do my procedure.
“My one and only eye doctor”
Dr. Elkins is an outstanding doctor! He's done my cataract surgery and been the only doctor I go to see for my eye check ups. He's willing to answer all the questions I have and I really like that about him. I would recommend Dr. Elkins and have recommended him to all of my friends and family.
“Very satisfied”
I had a difficult repair in my eye, a torn cornea and Dr. Elkins was able to repair it beautifully. The whole process was smooth and everything was perfect. He was comforting and i liked having him there to answer all my questions and concerns. To this day, I'm still very satisfied with Dr. Elkins work and would reccomend him to all.
Dr. Brad Steven Elkins, MD has not yet listed the medications that he commonly prescribes.
Comment - “ Fantastic and gentle ”
I like Dr. Elkins very much and the results I've gotten with him and my cataracts surgery. He's very nice and gentle, and explains my procedures very well. His staff is friendly and they always make it easy for me to make my appointments.Â