Dr. Bonnie Samuelson, OD, Newport Coast, CA

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“The appointment was very thorough , doc was very pleasant and knowledgeable . Her staff was friendly and very helpful. ”

Kenneth M.August 31, 2024

About Dr. Bonnie Samuelson

Dr. Samuelson was born and raised in Southern California. She received her undergraduate degree in human biology from Stanford, where she competed with the women’s basketball program in two Final Fours across 4 years. She then went on to receive her Doctorate of Optometry from the Southern California College of Optometry, where she met her husband, with Summa Cum Laude honors in 2020. Dr. Samuelson completed externships with Orange County Retina and Coastal Vision where she received training on posterior and anterior segment disease in addition to dry eye management. She also co-managed LASIK/PRK patients, post-cataract surgery patients, and corneal cross-linking referrals. Additionally, Dr. Samuelson completed a rotation at the University Eye Center at Ketchum Health Los Angeles where she focused on pediatric vision care of all ages as well as fit specialty contact lenses for irregular corneas. Dr. Samuelson also completed an externship at the Long Beach VA where she treated veterans with a variety of ocular conditions, with a focus on managing glaucoma and macular degeneration. Dr. Samuelson is national board and glaucoma certified, and licensed in the use of diagnostic and therapeutic pharmaceutical agents. She is also passionate about community service, having made mission trips to Mexico to provide comprehensive eye exams, and volunteering in the Special Olympics healthy eyes program. Dr. Samuelson’s favorite part of her job is getting to know her patients and providing them with the best eye care possible. When she is not at work, she enjoys traveling to new places and watching movies with her husband. Her other interests include playing basketball with her two younger sisters, Karlie and Katie Lou, playing tennis, walking her two black Labradors, and going to the beach.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Retina Consultation

Retinal Detachment

Routine Eye Exam

Contact Lenses

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Office location

Eyesite Optometry - Newport Coast

21151 Newport Coast Dr, Newport Coast, CA 92657

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Education and background

Practice names

Eyesite Optometry - Newport Coast

Education and training

Marshall B. Ketchum University, Doctor of Optometry

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1073139291

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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The appointment was very thorough , doc was very pleasant and knowledgeable . Her staff was friendly and very helpful.

August 31, 2024Kenneth M.Verified patient

It was great, DR SAMULESON is my go to eye doctor from now on.

November 20, 2025MICHAEL B.Verified patient

Bonnie Samuelson, OD is so kind, patient, and knowledgable. I wish she was a PCP.

January 4, 2025Heather D.Verified patient

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What practice does Dr. Bonnie Samuelson work with?

Dr. Bonnie Samuelson works with Eyesite Optometry - Newport Coast.

Where is Dr. Bonnie Samuelson's office located?

Dr. Bonnie Samuelson's office is located at 21151 Newport Coast Dr, Newport Coast, CA 92657.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Bonnie Samuelson?

Dr. Bonnie Samuelson frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Bonnie Samuelson on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Bonnie Samuelson speak?

Dr. Bonnie Samuelson speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Bonnie Samuelson in reviews?

6 patients have reviewed Dr. Bonnie Samuelson. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.