Ophthalmology

Joseph Christiansen, M.D.

Director, Retina Department

Joseph S. Christiansen, M.D., is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal surgery and the medical and surgical management of retinal and vitreous diseases. He treats conditions including retinal detachment, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, epiretinal membranes, macular holes, ocular trauma, and secondary intraocular lens implantation. After 15 years as an active-duty U.S. Army medical corps officer, including five years as director of the retina depa

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology (ABOP)

Education & Training

Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine (MD, 2009)
Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine (Vitreoretinal Surgery, 2019)

Years in Practice

17+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Retina & Vitreous

Conditions & Treatments

Diabetic RetinopathyMacular DegenerationIntravitreal InjectionsRetinal DetachmentRetinal Disease & AMDRetinal Diseases

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Brooke Army Medical Center
Memorial Hermann
Hill Country Memorial Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Christiansen treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Christiansen accept Aetna insurance?

Joseph Christiansen's public profile lists Aetna, Ambetter, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 4 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Christiansen practice?

Joseph Christiansen practices in Bellaire, TX with hospital affiliations including Brooke Army Medical Center, Memorial Hermann, and Hill Country Memorial Hospital.

What does Dr. Christiansen specialize in?

Joseph Christiansen is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist with focus areas in Retina & Vitreous.

How long has Dr. Christiansen been practicing?

Joseph Christiansen has 17+ years of clinical experience in ophthalmology.

What is Dr. Christiansen's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine (MD, 2009); Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine (Vitreoretinal Surgery, 2019).