Dr. Katzman was featured in USA Today discussing common fears around eye surgery and how modern approaches — including refractive cataract surgery and advanced intraocular lenses — have reshaped patient expectations and outcomes.
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Dr. Katzman was featured in International Business Times providing expert commentary on why earlier eye intervention and modern refractive lens exchange make sense for patients seeking quality of life improvements.
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Dr. Katzman was profiled in San Diego Magazine as one of San Diego’s leading eye surgeons with a focus on vision optimization and advanced surgical techniques.
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Dr. Lee R. Katzman is a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist and refractive cataract surgeon serving San Diego, CA. He specializes in advanced intraocular lenses (IOLs), refractive lens exchange (RLE / CLE), light adjustable lenses, and comprehensive vision correction surgery. Known for combining cutting-edge surgical precision with patient-centered care, Dr. Katzman has performed thousands of surgical procedures and continues to be involved in clinical research and educational outreach.
Lee Katzman MD
Cornea, Cataract & LASIK Surgeon
Partner, NVISION / Alvarado Eye Associates
La Mesa, CA & Coronado, CA
Medical Director, Outpatient Surgery of Del Mar
Cell: 813-546-2576
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