Dr. Ying Liu, OD

Dr. Ying Liu, OD

Optometrist
8843 Villa La Jolla Dr, Ste 201, La Jolla, CA
4.95
“Dr. Liu was so thorough and helpful in listening to my concerns and questions fully and giving thoughtful responses and educating me along the way. Really friendly staff overall and a super easy process!”
Hailey R.April 1, 2026
Highly recommended
99% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.95

Average wait time

4.79

Bedside manner

5.00
“Dr. Liu was so thorough and helpful in listening to my concerns and questions fully and giving thoughtful responses and educating me along the way. Really friendly staff overall and a super easy process!”
Hailey R.April 1, 2026
“I went a couple minutes late the lady with blonde hair was so nice she squeezed me in between current appointments so I can get attendance. Dr. Communication on point, I had a great experience with Vanessa and walked out with my contacts lenses on. Thank you!!”
Juan T.January 2, 2026

About Dr. Ying Liu

Dr. Ying Liu earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the State University of New York, College of Optometry, and completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, San Diego. She has been practicing for over 10 years in various settings, including ophthalmology clinics, private practice, and retail offices. Dr. Liu strives to provide the best eye care experience through precise refractions and ocular disease screening with retinal health exams. She treats red eyes, conjunctivitis, and dry eye syndrome and has managed numerous patients with cataract, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Dr. Liu specializes in pediatric optometry and areas of eye movement, focusing, and alignment. She emphasizes early discovery of refractive conditions in children to maximize their ability to learn. She is well-versed in all methods of myopia control, including Atropine therapy, MiSight soft contact lenses, and orthokeratology.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses
Eye Infection
Eye Inflammation
Eyeglasses
Eyelid Lesions
General Eye Consultation
Glaucoma Consultation
Routine Eye Exam
Contact Lenses
Eye Infection
Eye Inflammation
Eyeglasses

Office location

Dr. Ying Liu OD PC
8843 Villa La Jolla Dr, Ste 201, La Jolla, CA 92037

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • State University of New York, Doctor of Optometry
  • University of California, San Diego (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Chinese (Mandarin)

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1508116955

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.95
Wait time
4.79
Bedside manner
5.00
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Great office, close to my home, friendly staff and professional Dr!
Verified patient
Friendly, fast and helpful staff. I would definitely go back. Best experience
Dr. Liu was so thorough and helpful in listening to my concerns and questions fully and giving thoughtful responses and educating me along the way. Really friendly staff overall and a super easy process!
Verified patient
I went a couple minutes late the lady with blonde hair was so nice she squeezed me in between current appointments so I can get attendance. Dr. Communication on point, I had a great experience with Vanessa and walked out with my contacts lenses on. Thank you!!
Verified patient
Doctor was very thorough - I really liked her and the staff. Efficient, helpful, and had great technology. Would definitely recommend.
Doctor Liu was knowledgeable and thorough. She explained everything simply and helped me make an informed decision. She was friendly and efficient.
Verified patient
Dr. Liu was amazing! Clean office with friendly staff. She explained everything about my appointment, prescription and different types of contacts in detail. Did not feel rushed and listened. Highly recommend!
Verified patient
Appointment was on time and staff was very friendly! Cleaned my glasses so well it looked brand new. Optometrist was very informative and answered all my questions.
Verified patient
Great experience!
Great first time experience
Finally! An optometrist I trust! Her exam was thorough, everything was clearly explained. I didn't feel like she was trying to upsell me (a super refreshing change). The doctor demonstrated that I could get an acceptable result with inexpensive over-the-counter readers, and even told me what strength to buy! Got a copy of my new prescription without asking, and they had no problem with me price shopping for the glasses. I'm going to recommend Dr. Liu to all my friends and family!
Verified patient
I had a great visit and am happy to return for my contacts. I felt listened to and like the doctor really cared about getting my prescription just right. It felt calming and unrushed despite it being a fairly quick appointment.
Professional and courteous.
Dr. Liu is an excellent listener. She’s kind and considerate. She isn’t pushy- but she is honest. I liked how she gave me all pros/cons of glasses, prescription and lasik. I loved how she listened to my concern without being judgmental. She was friendly and didn’t rush me. Her staff were also so kind and lovely. I felt so welcomed there and would gladly pay out of pocket just to have the same pleasant experience at a doctor I trust.
Verified patient
DrLiu was extremely professional, knowledgeable and had great bedside manners. She gave me my diagnosis right away and arranged for a surgeon to see me right away.
Verified patient
I had a great experience at this office. The staff was so friendly and the doctor was very informative. Everything was so easy and efficient. I’d recommend to anyone!
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Where is Dr. Ying Liu's office located?

Dr. Ying Liu's office is located at 8843 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ying Liu?

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

What languages does Dr. Ying Liu speak?

Dr. Ying Liu speaks English and Chinese (Mandarin).

How do patients rate Dr. Ying Liu in reviews?

84 patients have reviewed Dr. Ying Liu. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.95/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.79/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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