My Doctor Online The Permanente Medical Group
Are you having back pain with any of the following?
- Severe pain, weakness or tingling in your leg(s).
- Difficulty stopping urination or loss of control of bladder or bowels.
- Unexplained fever, nausea or vomiting.
- A history of cancer or unexplained weight loss.
We understand that you are experiencing one or more of the health issues that might be impacting your back pain.
We recommend that you discuss these health issues with your doctor before proceeding with this program.
Once you are cleared by your doctor to do this program, we hope it helps you find relief from your back pain.
Jeffrey Lehmer, MD
Ophthalmology: Vitreo-Retinal
Welcome to My Doctor Online, a website that my colleagues and I have developed to make it easier for you to get the information that you need to make well-informed decisions about your retinal care. You can also reach me by e-mail through the “E-mail Your Doctor” link.
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General References
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Professional
Background
A native Californian, I grew up in Pasadena attending public schools. Music was a big part of my life before medical school and ran the gamut from jazz/fusion groups to three consecutive years marching in the Official Tournament of Roses Marching Band and many percussion gigs in between. I became interested in ophthalmology during medical school when I was given an extraordinary chance to work with doctors in a large county hospital eye clinic. My interest in retinal surgery came from a long-term fascination with neurobiology and microsurgery.
After more than 17 years of experience in this field I can really appreciate the long years of training because I believe it is necessary to deliver the highest quality of care to patients with retinal problems. It is my goal to continually update my knowledge and skills to ensure that my patients receive excellent care. The continuing medical educational opportunities through Kaiser are abundant and one of the reasons I chose to be here. I also enjoy the enriching experience of working alongside the other superb physicians at Kaiser.
Roles and Responsibilities
Sub-chief of the Retinal Division of the Department of Ophthalmology at Kaiser Hayward / Union City. Retinal representative on the Kaiser Northern California Technology Committee responsible for evaluating new and emerging technologies for the diagnosis and treatment of all ophthalmologic conditions.
Credentials
| Medical Education | UC Los Angeles, School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA |
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| Internship | UC Los Angeles Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA |
| Residency | Jules Stein Eye Institute (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA |
| Fellowship | Jules Stein Eye Institute (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA |
| Board certification | Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology |
Professional Affiliations
• American Academy of Ophthalmology
My Staff
Our Vision Services Assistants (VSAs) are outstanding. You will find they are extremely pleasant, caring, and sensitive to the special needs and concerns of our patients with retinal problems. They are dedicated to the assistance of patients with vision loss due to retinal conditions and work hard to ensure that their visits to our clinic are fruitful.
My Colleagues
My retinal colleagues are second to none. Drs. Lam and Lahey continually “keep the bar high” when it comes to quality and service to all patients with retinal conditions. It is a pleasure and honor to be able to work with people who I respect so much. They are part of what keeps me going. I would trust them with my own vision.
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