Meet the Team
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Mitchell C. Shultz, M.D.
MEDICAL DIRECTOR | OPHTHALMOLOGIST
Dr. Mitchell Shultz is the Medical Director of Shultz Chang Vision in Los Angeles California, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Alchemy Vision.
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Andrew M. Chang, M.D.
OPHTHALMOLOGIST
Dr. Andrew Chang is board certified and has been an ophthalmology specialist since 1990.
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Van Kochkarian, O.D.
OPTOMETRIST
Dr. Kochkarian is a member of the American Optometric Association and California Optometric Association.
Our Services
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Dr. Shultz is considered a leader and pioneer in IOL technology and Cataract Surgery techniques. He continues to perform FDA investigations on involving cutting edge technologies, and frequently teaches the latest advances in Cataract Surgery to doctors Worldwide. Both Dr. Shultz and Chang have extensive training in cataract removal, and we continuously strive to provide cataract patients with the safest, most pain-free recovery of vision possible. New advances and techniques have made cataract surgery one of the most successful and life-improving surgical procedures performed. All of our cataract surgeries are performed on an outpatient basis, and more than 95 percent of surgeries improve vision. When your cataract has been removed it may seem like a miracle. All the things you couldn't see clearly are bright, clear and vivid again. In fact, many people will tell you they haven't seen life so clearly in years. Once you see how good the world looks, you'll be so glad -- like millions of others just like you -- that a cataract is one thing you can live without. As with any surgical procedure, there are risks. You and Dr. Shultz or Dr. Chang will consider the potential risks and benefits and determine if cataract surgery is right for you.
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In the office Dr. Shultz and Chang can perform Laser Surgery to reduce or eliminate the need for eye drops, which are the common treatment of Glaucoma. For patients that have difficulty using eyedrops, have allergies to eyedrops, do not have adequate control of their eye pressure with drops and or are planning to have cataract surgery, Dr. Shultz can perform Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS). Dr. Shultz is considered a pioneer in the field of MIGS. He has presented his results at major conferences and has multiple ongoing FDA clinical trials evaluating the most current technologies available.
In addition, there are now new implantable forms of medication that can be used and also inserted into the eye to reduce the need for daily eye drops.
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We understand that the decision to have LASIK eye surgery is a personal one. Dr. Shultz is a highly skilled surgeon uniquely qualified to address your visual needs. Dr. Shultz has performed thousands of LASIK and PRK eye surgeries and is considered a leader in the field amongst his peers. In addition to LASIK and PRK, Dr. Shultz is now excited to offer the EVO Implantable Contact Lens as an option for patients that are not great candidates for LASIK or PRK, Call to schedule your Refractive Surgery evaluation to determine which procedure is right for your eyes.
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NOT ALL corneal cross-linking treatments are the same. We believe in providing our patients with the best care and following strick FDA guidelines for the services we provide. iLink™ is the only FDA-approved corneal cross-linking procedure that slows or halts progressive keratoconus. Furthermore, ONLY iLink is FDA-approved & covered by insurance.
iLink™ corneal cross-linking is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure that combines the use of ultraviolet light and specially formulated eye drops to stiffen and strengthen corneas that have been weakened by disease or refractive surgery. Cross-linking is considered the standard of care around the world for progressive keratoconus and corneal ectasia following refractive surgery.
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There are a number of tests that our doctors may conduct during your normal routine eye exam to ensure your vision is at its best. Some of these tests include: Visual Acuity Test, Visual Field Test, Refraction Assessment, Autorefractor, Slit-Lamp and Retinal Examination, Wide Field Retina Photos, OCT and iTrace Visual System Analysis.
For our patients convenience, our Optical Boutique carries a variety of contemporary high fashion eyewear.
Clinical Trials
Our practice participates in a wide range of FDA and Industry sponsored clinical trials helping lead the way to new medical and surgical therapies in the field of ophthalmology. Our primary areas of interest are in the latests advancements for Cataract Surgery, Lens Technology, Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery, Presbyopia, Dry Eye and Ocular Surface Disease.
For more information, please ask to speak with our Clinical Trials Coordinator.
Testimonials
“I have been a patient of Dr. Mitchell Shultz for about 15 years. Dr. Shultz is amazing and I am extremely pleased with my medical care.
He practices medicine in the most professional and ethical manner and his patient demeanor of caring, kindness and extremely thorough go above and beyond.
Thank you, Dr. Shultz, for your outstanding service.”
— Rene R.
“I had a great experience from start to finish with my cataract surgery. It's the first time I've seen well since I was 10 years old. Dr. Shultz was excellent. I felt very comfortable both his staff and the staff at the surgery center. They were both extremely professional and kind. I felt informed the entire way through, I felt extremely confident in Dr. Shultz as my cataract surgeon. He has the best reputation in the San Fernando Valley and I see why now.”
— Scott F.
“I have been a patient of Dr. Mitchel Shultz for many years. He is the best diagnostician and has the best operating hands to heal. He has saved my
eye from basal cell carcinoma. Multiple other eye problems. His staff are
the most patient and kind. I trust my precious eye site in Dr. Shultz care.
I highly recommend this patient, professional and gifted diagnostician.
Thank you Dr. Shultz and staff.”
— Nadine Rudley
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@shultz-chang.com
Phone
(818) 349-8300