Dr. Pamela Golchet, MD

Ophthalmology*FemaleAge 47

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Pamela Golchet, MD is an ophthalmologist in Santa Maria, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 2003. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and Marian Regional Medical Center.

Dr. Pamela Golchet, MD

Practice

910 E Stowell Rd Santa Maria, CA 93454

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Golchet specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Golchet's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Golchet

4.6
9 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Pamela Golchet, MD - Visionary Retina Center
I recently visited Visionary Retina Center and I must say it's a remarkable place. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is calming and welcoming and creates a sense of comfort that is often missing in most medical offices. Dr. Golchet is not only an expert in her field but also takes time to explain everything. I had a thorough exam, while at the same time they made sure I felt well-informed and at ease throughout my visit. This practice is truly state of the art; I would highly recommend Dr Golchet and Visionary Retina Center to anyone in need of retina care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 16, 2023
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Dr. Golchet is excellent in her field. She knows, she explains, she answers questions, she cares about her patients - what else is there? I have seen her twice about macular degeneration and I am happy with her medical advice and treatment. I recommend Dr. Golchet highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Robert Faust – Mar 06, 2022
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It was so weird to meet and see a new doctor during Covid but I was really concerned about my floaters and wanted to get my eyes checked to make sure it wasn’t a symptom of a larger problem. I really liked everyone from the girl that checked me in to the physicians assistant to dr golchet. They were all nice. I appreciated that they spent a lot of time disinfecting each piece of equipment I came in contact with. Dr Golchet was great at explaining the issue and I appreciated it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Holly – May 20, 2020
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Dr. A. Benjamin, a few years ago, after a thorough examination, revealed a retinal disorder and referred me to a retinal specialist dr. P. Golchet. All these years, Dr. Golchet has been engaged in my treatment at a high professional level. She is very attentive, perfectly explains all the problems and how to treat them. I really hope to keep my eyesight with such doctors.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Alexander Soskin in Santa Monica , CA – Dec 13, 2019
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Dr Golchet saved my right eyesight Very caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nick – Oct 09, 2019
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biography

Dr. Pamela Golchet, MD is an ophthalmologist in Santa Maria, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 2003. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery

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  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of California Los Angeles

    Undergraduate School
  • University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Optical Trends910 E Stowell Rd Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Practice

Kaiser Permanente Woodland Hills Medical Center5601 De Soto Ave Woodland Hills, CA 91367
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Practice

Office9201 W Sunset Blvd Ste 709 West Hollywood, CA 90069
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz
    Los Angeles, CA 90095
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St
    Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lompoc Valley Medical Center

    1515 E Ocean Ave
    Lompoc, CA 93436

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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