Dr. Donna Ornitz, MD, San Mateo, CA

About Dr. Donna Ornitz

Dr. Donna Ornitz M.D. is a fellowship-trained, board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist. She graduated from Stanford University in Biology, with distinction, and received her medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco. She received her pediatric ophthalmology fellowship training at the renowned Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. Before moving back to California, Dr. Ornitz practiced in Colorado for almost 7 years. She has been at Peninsula Eye Physicians for over 15 years. She has extensive experience in evaluating and treating pediatric eye diseases from newborns through the teen and young adult years. Dr. Ornitz is an active member of The American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) and The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) as well as a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP) Dr. Ornitz has a special interest in children with strabismus ( eye misalignment) and amblyopia ("lazy eye"), blocked tear ducts, and the eye health of children with special needs or genetic syndromes. She is committed to providing the highest quality and personalized eye care, in a child-friendly environment, to all her patients. When she is not in the office, Dr. Ornitz enjoys hiking, swimming, cycling, musical theater, and playing the flute. Her 2 children are now enjoying college life.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Graves' Disease

Neuro-Ophthalmology Consultation

Refractive Surgery Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Contact Lenses

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Office location

Peninsula Eye Physicians

101 S San Mateo Dr, Ste 310, San Mateo, CA 94401

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Education and background

Practice names

Peninsula Eye Physicians

Board certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

Medical School - University of California, San Francisco, Doctor of Medicine
Stanford University (Biology)
Wills Eye Hospital, Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology

Professional memberships

American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
American Academy of Ophthalmology
The American Academy of Pediatrics

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1073528790

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What practice does Dr. Donna Ornitz work with?

Dr. Donna Ornitz works with Peninsula Eye Physicians.

Where is Dr. Donna Ornitz's office located?

Dr. Donna Ornitz's office is located at 101 S San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401.

Which board certifications does Dr. Donna Ornitz have?

Dr. Donna Ornitz is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Donna Ornitz?

Dr. Donna Ornitz frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Donna Ornitz on their profile.