About Dr. Pamela Golchet
Pamela Golchet, MD, is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Fellowship-trained Retina Specialist with training and experience at nationally renowned medical institutions.
Dr. Golchet received her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with notable distinctions and was awarded the prestigious UCLA Regents Scholarship for Outstanding Scholastic Performance and Achievement.
Dr. Golchet went on to receive her medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine, which is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s top medical schools. She was among a select few to be awarded the USCF School of Medicine Regents Scholarship, the highest academic honor bestowed for Outstanding Scholastic Performance, Achievement, and Promise as a Leader. During medical school, she was the recipient of the USCF Dean’s Summer Research Fellowship to support her research at the UCLA Jules Stein Eye Institute with the esteemed Stein Eye faculty.
She completed Residency in Ophthalmology and Fellowship in Vitreo-Retinal Diseases at the prestigious Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, IL. There, she had the privilege of being mentored by the world-renowned Lee Jampol, MD, a distinguished leader and pioneer in Vitreo-Retinal Diseases. She is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Her research has led to valuable contributions to the field of retina and multiple publications in top peer-reviewed journals, including Ophthalmology, Archives of Ophthalmology, British Journal of Ophthalmology, Retina, and Survey of Ophthalmology. She has been the recipient of multiple awards and grants to present her work at national medical conferences, including at the American Ophthalmological Society and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Glaucoma
Surgical retina and vitreous procedures
Retinal detachment
Age-related macular degeneration
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Glaucoma
Surgical retina and vitreous procedures
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Education and training
- Medical School - University of California, San Francisco, Doctor of Medicine
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Residency in Ophthalmology
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery
Awards and publications
- Tam K, Golchet P, Yung M, DeCroos F, Sprin M, Lehmann-Clarge L, Ambresin A, Tsui I. Ischemic Central Retinal Vein Occlusion in the Anti-Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Era. Retina, 2018 Feb; 38(2):292-298.
- George M, Golchet P, Freund B, Sarraf D. Multimodal imaging of APMPPE related disorders. Rev of Ophthalmol. 2014 Feb; 21(2):42-48.
- Mets RB, Golchet P, Adamus G, Wilson D, Jampol LM. Bilateral diffuse uveal melanocytic proliferation with a positive ophthalmoscopic and visual response to plasmapheresis. Arch Ophthalmol. 2011 Sep;129(9):1235-8. Presented at the annual American Ophthalmological Society meeting, May 2010.
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1578774899
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What practice does Dr. Pamela Golchet work with?
Dr. Pamela Golchet works with Visionary Retina Center.
Where is Dr. Pamela Golchet's office located?
Dr. Pamela Golchet's office is located at 23622 Calabasas Rd, Calabasas, CA 91302.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pamela Golchet have?
Dr. Pamela Golchet is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Pamela Golchet?
Dr. Pamela Golchet frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Pamela Golchet on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Pamela Golchet speak?
Dr. Pamela Golchet speaks English.