Robert M. Christiansen
( out of 30 reviews )

Robert M. Christiansen, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

John A. Moran Eye Center

Salt Lake City
801-581-2352

  • Robert M. Christiansen, MD, FACS, runs a Low Vision Rehabilitation Clinic at the John A. Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City. He is a nationally recognized expert in the field of low vision. Throughout his career he has been dedicated to care of the partially sighted and has been an advocate for the rights of those who are visually challenged. Dr. Christiansen has been a member of the Moran volunteer faculty since 1983. He joined the Moran team in 2014 as an Adjunct Associate Professor.

    Dr. Christiansen and his wife Shannon have a deep commitment to humanitarian work and have provided humanitarian service in over 20 countries in Central and South America, the Caribbean, Africa, and the Middle East. He has been recognized by the Utah Ophthalmology Society with its award for Humanitarian Service.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Ophthalmology

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 30 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    February 28, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Great guy very patient and cared

    February 11, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Knowledgeable, thorough, his extensive experience is a strong plus. Well worth the wait.

    February 02, 2024
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr. Christiansen was personable, knowledgeable and kind and provided the help I really needed.

    December 14, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr. Christiansen was extremely kind and he show a extremely caring attitude in trying to help me have the best outcome for situation. I appreciate the care I received.

    December 06, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr. Christiansen is my favorite doctor at the Moran. He is smart, kind, respectful & explains things in a human way that is very refreshing. He always remembers me & he always tells me a new joke! And he helps me SEE!

    October 26, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Great eye doctor. Highly recommend him. Personable!

    September 30, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Dr Christiansen is always cheerful and helpful with maximizing the vision I have left.

    August 24, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    Knowledgeable, efficient

    August 14, 2023
    MORAN EYE CENTER

    He is the most compassionate doctor I have dealt with, ever.

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  • Robert M. Christiansen, MD, FACS, runs a Low Vision Rehabilitation Clinic at the John A. Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City. He is a nationally recognized expert in the field of low vision. Throughout his career he has been dedicated to care of the partially sighted and has been an advocate for the rights of those who are visually challenged. Dr. Christiansen has been a member of the Moran volunteer faculty since 1983. He joined the Moran team in 2014 as an Adjunct Associate Professor.

    Dr. Christiansen and his wife Shannon have a deep commitment to humanitarian work and have provided humanitarian service in over 20 countries in Central and South America, the Caribbean, Africa, and the Middle East. He has been recognized by the Utah Ophthalmology Society with its award for Humanitarian Service.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences -Adjunct
    Board Certification
    American Board of Ophthalmology

    Education history

    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Utah Hospital School of Medicine M.D.
    Ophthalmology - Pacific Presbyterian Medical Center Resident
    Internship LDS Hospital Intern
    English - Yale University B.A.

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