Dr. Jon Emberland, OD, Rancho Mirage, CA

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.94

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Jon Emberland

Education: Clinical Adjunct Faculty, Southern California College of Optometry, Fullerton, CA, July 2011 to present Successful completion of California TLG glaucoma certification, 2012 Clinical Staff privileges, Naval Hospital, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CA, 2002 – 2005 Doctor of Optometry, With Distinction, Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR, 2002 Successful completion of National Board of Examiners in Optometry, including Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease, 2002 Selectee, Navy Health Services Collegiate Program, 2000 Bachelor of Science, Microbiology, Minnesota State University, Mankato, MN, 1997 Practice History: Milauskas Eye Institute, Staff Optometrist, 2005 – present Naval Hospital, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CA 2002-2005 Internships/Externships: Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute, Bellevue, WA 2002 Washington State School for the Blind, Vancouver, WA Pacific University Family Eye Centers, Forest Grove and Portland, OR, 2001 University of Utah Moran Eye Center, Salt Lake City, UT 2001 Veterans Administration Medical Center, Salt Lake City, UT 2001 Other Appointments: Lieutenant Commander, Medical Service Corps Reserve, United States Navy, 2008 Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, United States Navy, 2002 Licensed: California and Utah Awards: Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honor Society (academic achievement) National Defense Service Medal Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Albert T. Milauskas M.D Award for Excellence in Eye Care Eye Care Network Provider of Excellence (MES Vision) Research and Publications: Pacific University College of Optometry Doctoral Thesis: Visual Profile of a Rural Elementary Population, Adamich, Cheslock, and Emberland, 2002

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

Eyelid Lesions

General Eye Consultation

Pachymetry

Retina Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Contact Lenses

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

Eyelid Lesions

Office locations

Milauskas Eye Institute (1 of 3)

41990 Cook St, Bldg E-502, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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Milauskas Eye Institute (2 of 3)

72057 Dinah Shore Dr, Ste D, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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Milauskas Eye Institute (3 of 3)

78560 Hwy 111, La Quinta, CA 92253

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Education and background

Practice names

Milauskas Eye Institute

Education and training

Pacific University Forest Grove Campus, Doctor of Optometry
Minnesota State University, Mankato (Bachelor's)

Awards and publications

Pacific University College of Optometry Doctoral Thesis: Visual Profile of a Rural Elementary Population, Adamich, Cheslock, and Emberland, 2002
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1972606424

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.94

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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What practice does Dr. Jon Emberland work with?

Dr. Jon Emberland works with Milauskas Eye Institute.

Where is Dr. Jon Emberland's office located?

Dr. Jon Emberland has 3 office locations, including in Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, and La Quinta, view full addresses on Dr. Emberland's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jon Emberland?

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

What languages does Dr. Jon Emberland speak?

Dr. Jon Emberland speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Jon Emberland in reviews?

31 patients have reviewed Dr. Jon Emberland. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.94/5. 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.