Dr. Jamshyd David Karlin M.D.
Ophthalmologist
7230 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 410 WEST HILLS CA, 91307Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Karlin is an ophthalmologist practicing in West Hills, CA. Dr. Karlin specializes in eye and vision care. He is on the teaching staff at UCLA's Geffen School of Medicine. He graduated from Marquette University and completed his medical school training at Medical College of Wisconsin. After completing an Internal Medicine Residency (and becoming board certified in Internal Medicine) at New York Medical College, he went on to complete a residency in Ophthalmology at St. Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center of New York.
His field of interest is primary in treating cataracts, glaucoma, and vision problems using surgical and laser techniques. He is Board Certified in Ophthalmology (as well as internal medicine but does NOT practice internal medicine).
Education and Training
New York Medical College Internship and Residency Internal Medicine 1976
St. Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center of New York Ophthalmology Residency 1979
UCLA Geffen School of Medicne Assistant Clinical Instructor 2003
Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Dr. Jamshyd David Karlin M.D.'s Expert Contributions
What are cataracts and what is cataract surgery?
Cataract Surgery Frequently Asked Questions:When do I need cataract surgery?When you feel you need to see better in your activities of daily living, then you can talk to your ophthalmologist about cataract surgery.What is a cataract?When the lens inside the eye loses it's clarity, it's called a...
Somehow my wife's vision came back?
Psychogenic vision loss. READ MORE
Any way to resolve the skin tag or wart on my eyelid?
Get an ophthalmologist to easily and painlessly remove them. J. David Karlin, MD READ MORE
Eye concern?
You must see an ophthalmologist quickly because you could end up with a fungus infection. Go ASAP. READ MORE
Can you go blind from using the computer too much?
No. READ MORE
Double vision post Covid-19?
You should consult a neurologist first before anything else. You need a complete physical exam and scans, etc to see exactly what the problem is. The double vision can be temporarily relieved by patching the worse eye. This doesn't sound like an eye problem but a vascular and/or neurological issue. Best wishes. READ MORE
Can too much screen time damage your eyes?
No. READ MORE
Cataract surgery?
Not unless they are different than usual and customary. READ MORE
What is the best treatment for astigmatism?
There are multiple answers to that question because it really depends on your examination findings. There are glasses, contact lenses, various surgical procedures, and no treatment. READ MORE
Smoke with pink eye?
Smoking is bad for your lungs, but it doesn't affect your "pink eye" significantly. READ MORE
Is it my eyes or my brain?
It's either your brain or your inner ears. It's definitely not your eyes. READ MORE
How do I know when I need cataract surgery?
You know you need cataract surgery when your vision (with correction by glasses or contact lenses) is inadequate for your activities of my living. READ MORE
Why do I have yellow eyes?
It's hard to see in the picture but if the yellow is all over then you may have a liver problem. If it's just in one small area, it's most likely from sun damage. READ MORE
What fluid should ideally be used when irrigating eyes?
Ideally, your own tears, but otherwise: Sterile Saline or other sterile eye wash solution. READ MORE
Do I have to buy glasses after an eye test?
You don't have to do anything you don't want to do after an eye test. READ MORE
What happens if you rub your eye with contacts in?
You may knock them out of position or cause them to get folded up underneath the upper eyelid. Mostly, nothing happens. READ MORE
Glasses more than -6?
The change is not unusual at your age. However you should have a dilated, detailed retinal exam to make sure you don't have retinal problems related to high myopia. READ MORE
Eyes red From masturbation?
Did you get any semen in your eyes? READ MORE
I am blind in daylight?!
Sounds to me like you're just little bit overdue for an eye exam by an ophthalmologist. READ MORE
What is the main cause of night blindness?
Most common cause of night blindness is Retinitis Pigmentosa (assuming you have no cataracts). READ MORE
Can I go to work with viral pink eye?
Depending on your job, you may want to avoid infecting your clients or your co-workers (as long as you have a discharge from your eyes). READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Clinical Instructor Stein Eye Institute of UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine 2003 - 2018
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Pterygium
- Moles
- Glaucoma
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Birthmark
- Migraine
- Chalazion
- Conjunctivitis
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Simi Valley Free Clinic
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