Dr. David Mccleary, OD, Hemet, CA | Optometrist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.97

Average wait time

4.60

Bedside manner

5.00

“The staff was friendly and professional. Dr David Mccleary explained my concerns very clearly. I would recommend him.”

John R.March 24, 2026

“DR. McCLEARY IS A VERY UNDERSTANDING DOCTOR AND HAS BEEN MY DOCTOR FOR YEARS, HE EXPLAINS EVERYTHING TO ME AND IF I HAVE ANY QUESTIONS HE ANSWERS ME WITHOUT RUSHING. AND ALSO TO MY WIFE WHEN SHE SEES HIM ALSO. ”

Raymond C.March 18, 2026

About Dr. David Mccleary

Dr. David S. McCleary is a Board Certified Optometrist. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry and a Fellow in the American Academy of Optometry. His emphasis is in low vision and geriatric eye conditions. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona and received his optometric degree from the Southern California College of Optometry. Dr. McCleary is a member of the American Optometric Association and the California Optometric Association. Dr. McCleary’s educational experience includes work at the Phoenix, AZ and Lawton, OK Indian Health Hospitals where he organized diabetic vision exams for remote tribe communities. At the Veteran’s Hospital in Tucson, Dr. McCleary spent much of his time in the low vision rehabilitation center where he came to enjoy working with the legally blind to help them become more independent in their daily living. Dr. McCleary provides comprehensive eye examination, low vision evaluations, individualized contact lenses and fittings, and eyeglass prescriptions. He provides LASIK evaluations and pre and post-surgery management. Dr. McCleary provides glaucoma and macular degeneration management, testing the eye for systemic health problems, and eye emergencies. Dr. McCleary has taken part in Lions club missions to provide eye care for the underprivileged in Mexico as well as Project Concern outreaches here in the U.S. Dr. McCleary has written and presented research at national meetings such as the American Academy of Optometry conference. His research activities have included ways to more efficiently track visual field loss as a result of conditions such as glaucoma. He has been appointed to be an examiner with the National Board of Examiners for the testing and licensure of new doctors.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses

Developmental Vision Exam

Diabetic Retinopathy

Eye Infection

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Contact Lenses

Developmental Vision Exam

Diabetic Retinopathy

Eye Infection

Office location

Inland Eye Specialists

3953 W Stetson Ave, Hemet, CA 92545

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Education and background

Practice names

Inland Eye Specialists

Board certifications

American Board of Optometry

Education and training

Western University of Health Sciences - College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1891775326

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.97

Wait time

4.60

Bedside manner

5.00

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The staff was friendly and professional. Dr David Mccleary explained my concerns very clearly. I would recommend him.

March 24, 2026John R.Verified patient

DR. McCLEARY IS A VERY UNDERSTANDING DOCTOR AND HAS BEEN MY DOCTOR FOR YEARS, HE EXPLAINS EVERYTHING TO ME AND IF I HAVE ANY QUESTIONS HE ANSWERS ME WITHOUT RUSHING. AND ALSO TO MY WIFE WHEN SHE SEES HIM ALSO.

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What practice does Dr. David Mccleary work with?

Dr. David Mccleary works with Inland Eye Specialists.

Where is Dr. David Mccleary's office located?

Dr. David Mccleary's office is located at 3953 W Stetson Ave, Hemet, CA 92545.

Which board certifications does Dr. David Mccleary have?

Dr. David Mccleary is certified by American Board of Optometry.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. David Mccleary?

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

What languages does Dr. David Mccleary speak?

Dr. David Mccleary speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. David Mccleary in reviews?

35 patients have reviewed Dr. David Mccleary. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.97/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.6/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.