Dr. Jennifer Lam, OD, San Mateo, CA | Optometrist

About Dr. Jennifer Lam

Dr. Jennifer Lam, OD, FAAO (she/her), is a therapeutic and glaucoma-certified optometrist dedicated to offering compassionate care. Born and raised in the Bay Area, she attended University of California, Los Angeles for her undergraduate studies and returned home to complete her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of California Berkeley, School of Optometry. During optometry school, Dr. Lam gained extensive clinical experience serving diverse communities across the Bay Area, completing externships at local community health centers, Byers Pediatrics, Livermore VA, UCSF Proctor Foundation, and more. These rotations prepared her to care for patients of all ages and visual needs. She was also recognized for her academic excellence and community involvement, earning honors such as induction into the Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society and receiving the Bay Area Optometric Council Student of the Year award. She later completed a pediatric optometry residency at SUNY College of Optometry, receiving advanced training in myopia management, vision therapy, and comprehensive pediatric eye exams. Following her residency, Dr. Lam earned the distinction of Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, a recognition awarded to optometrists who demonstrate advanced clinical competence, a commitment to lifelong learning, and contributions to the profession through scholarship or service. Outside of clinic, Dr. Lam enjoys exploring new local restaurants, spending time with her loved ones, and staying active. She looks forward to supporting the lifelong eye health of the community she proudly calls home.

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Popular visit reasons

Cataract Consultation

Computer Vision Syndrome

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Cataract Consultation

Computer Vision Syndrome

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

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

Education and training

University of California, Berkeley, Doctor of Optometry
SUNY COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY, Residency in Pediatric Optometry
Peter Morton Medical Building - UCLA Medical Center (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American Academy of Optometry

Awards and publications

Bay Area Optometric Council Student of the Year Award
Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society Induction

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1497590442

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What practice does Dr. Jennifer Lam work with?

Dr. Jennifer Lam works with Peninsula Eye Physicians.

Where is Dr. Jennifer Lam's office located?

Dr. Jennifer Lam's office is located at 101 S San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jennifer Lam?

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