Dr. Jessica Gomez, MD, Temecula, CA

About Dr. Jessica Gomez

Dr. Jessica Gomez is a San Diego native who graduated from UC San Diego with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Cell Biology, earning Provost Honors. She received her medical degree from the UCLA School of Medicine, where she conducted research on gene therapies for retinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and presented her work at national and international conferences. She completed her ophthalmology residency at the University of Minnesota, where she trained under renowned retina specialists and participated in groundbreaking retinal implant surgery. Dr. Gomez has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, including research focused on improving patient comfort during intravitreal injections, a book chapter on eye infections, and a review of macular hole surgery. Dr. Gomez completed a two-year vitreoretinal fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine, receiving advanced training at several major Houston hospitals. She also served as a clinical instructor at the largest VA Hospital Eye Clinic in the United States. Passionate about mentorship, Dr. Gomez was selected by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) as a mentor in the Minority Ophthalmology Mentoring Program, where she guides medical students pursuing careers in ophthalmology. A board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Gomez specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of retinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and detachments, macular holes, epiretinal membranes, retinal vein occlusions, and uveitis. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Gomez is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and believes in listening carefully to each patient’s concerns while providing personalized treatment. Dr. Gomez is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS).

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Hypertensive retinopathy

Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other

Age-related macular degeneration

Glaucoma

Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)

Surgical retina and vitreous procedures

Hypertensive retinopathy

Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other

Age-related macular degeneration

Glaucoma

Office locations

American Eye Associates (1 of 3)

27315 Jefferson Ave, Ste F, Temecula, CA 92590

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American Eye Associates (2 of 3)

1520 E Plaza Blvd, National City, CA 91950

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American Eye Associates (3 of 3)

1118 W Vly Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025

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Education and background

Practice names

American Eye Associates

Education and training

Medical School - University of California, Los Angeles, Doctor of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine, Fellowship
University of Minnesota, Residency
University of California San Diego, Bachelor's

Professional memberships

American Society of Retina Specialists
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Women in Retina

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1790041804

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What practice does Dr. Jessica Gomez work with?

Dr. Jessica Gomez works with American Eye Associates.

Where is Dr. Jessica Gomez's office located?

Dr. Jessica Gomez has 3 office locations, including in Temecula, National City, and Escondido, view full addresses on Dr. Gomez's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jessica Gomez?

Dr. Jessica Gomez frequently sees patients for Botox Treatment, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jessica Gomez on their profile.