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11.5 mi · 1045 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Suite 400, Gardena, CA 90247
Ophthalmologist
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in vitreous opacities and degeneration + 9 more ·
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Nicholas P. Marsico, M.D., F.A.C.S. is a board certified ophthalmologist who performs all aspects of surgery on the anterior segment of the eye including cataract extraction, glaucoma surgery and various forms of corneal transplantation including penetrating keratoplasty and DSAEK. He is fellowship...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.80
·5 reviews
Doctor was good. Office staff was not bad. Assistant of Doctor was not good because attitude was lough.Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye) + 5 more ·
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Jean Katow, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in general ophthalmology, ophthalmic plastics, and reconstructive surgery. She obtained her Bachelors degree at the University of California, Los Angeles and subsequently attended the University of California, Davis for her Medica...Click to read more
Optometrist (Virtual)
5.00
·11 reviews
Irina is a great optometrist. She was able to get my prescription right the first time I saw her, which I found to be highly unusual!
More recently Irina took a tremendous amount of time working with me after surgery. I highly recommend her for her proficiency, skills and empathy. by EFClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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OptiHealth Optometry is a medical-focused, single-doctor optometry practice in Santa Monica led by Dr. Irina Yakubin, OD. The practice emphasizes medical eye care, continuity of care, and evidence-based treatment for patients seeking more than a routine vision screening.
Dr. Yakubin provides care f...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.87
·30 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Rany Woo is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Laser Eye Center's lead cataract surgeon. She specializes in premium femtosecond laser cataract surgery as well as refractive lens exchange, custom LASIK and PRK, EVO ICL implantable contact lenses, among others, with advanced expertise in premiu...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.50
·8 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Dr. Abraham V. Shammas is the founder and Chief Refractive Surgeon of Laser Eye Center — Southern California's original vision-correction practice, established in 1986. He is one of California's early pioneers of refractive surgery. Over four decades he has personally performed well over 95,000 proc...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.50
·8 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Dr. Abraham V. Shammas is the founder and Chief Refractive Surgeon of Laser Eye Center — Southern California's original vision-correction practice, established in 1986. He is one of California's early pioneers of refractive surgery. Over four decades he has personally performed well over 95,000 proc...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviews
I love the fact that every visit it’s really fast and confortable by SRClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Wendy Choy researched the genetics of myopia at UCLA's Doris Stein Eye Institute before joining Laser Eye Center, where she has practiced since 2005. She focuses on determining surgical candidacy during the preoperative evaluation and caring for patients afterward — with specialty expertise in d...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.87
·30 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Rany Woo is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Laser Eye Center's lead cataract surgeon. She specializes in premium femtosecond laser cataract surgery as well as refractive lens exchange, custom LASIK and PRK, EVO ICL implantable contact lenses, among others, with advanced expertise in premiu...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·1 review
Dr. Chen explained to me proper eye care in a way I really understood, then the staff helped me pick out a pair of glasses. It took me a while to decide, but they were more than happy to help (and sanitized everything between try-on's). The whole experience was so friendly! Love my new glasses :) Th...Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Jill Chen is a native of Cerritos and after graduating from Cerritos High School, went on to attend the University of California, San Diego in sunny La Jolla. Dr. Chen graduated with dual degrees in Biology and History from UCSD, and made the decision to stay in southern California to obtain her...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
5.00
·2 reviews
It is a consortium of eye doctors…Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in cataract + 6 more ·
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After graduating from the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, Dr. Brar completed his residency in ophthalmology at the University of Oklahoma’s Dean McGee Eye Institute in Oklahoma City. He then returned to Southern California where he had grown up skiing, swimming and playing basketball, ...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
Out-of-network
Accepting new patientsExpertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 5 more
Ophthalmologist
5.00
·1 review
Pleasant, Good mannered staff and Excellent Doctors. we’re treated like family. - Aug 9, 2022 by Reynaldo P.Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 18 years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in glaucoma surgery + 5 more ·
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Michelle Sato, M.D. specializes in glaucoma, cataracts, and general ophthalmology. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Sato then received her Medical Degree from New York Medical College. At Albert Einstein College of Medicine, she completed her resid...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in vitreous opacities and degeneration + 9 more ·
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Nicholas P. Marsico, M.D., F.A.C.S. is a board certified ophthalmologist who performs all aspects of surgery on the anterior segment of the eye including cataract extraction, glaucoma surgery and various forms of corneal transplantation including penetrating keratoplasty and DSAEK. He is fellowship...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.80
·5 reviews
Doctor was good. Office staff was not bad. Assistant of Doctor was not good because attitude was lough.Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye) + 5 more ·
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Jean Katow, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in general ophthalmology, ophthalmic plastics, and reconstructive surgery. She obtained her Bachelors degree at the University of California, Los Angeles and subsequently attended the University of California, Davis for her Medica...Click to read more
Optometrist (Virtual)
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Dr. Khadem is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine, where she earned her bachelor's degree, and then went on to the University of Southern California, where she earned her Doctor of Optometry. She provides diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases, injuries, and disorders of the...Click to read more
Optometrist
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Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Khadem is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine, where she earned her bachelor's degree, and then went on to the University of Southern California, where she earned her Doctor of Optometry. She provides diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases, injuries, and disorders of the...Click to read more
Optometrist
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Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Khadem is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine, where she earned her bachelor's degree, and then went on to the University of Southern California, where she earned her Doctor of Optometry. She provides diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases, injuries, and disorders of the...Click to read more
Optometrist
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Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Julie Gewon Shu was born in Guam and raised in Orange County. She received her Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, where she graduated with the highest honors as the valedictorian of her class.
For her aca...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·15 reviews
I loved everything about my experience during my visit. Everyone was pleasant and helpful. I will return next year for my annual exam. Thank you everyone!! - Feb 17, 2022 by Christopher G.Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Kelly Leong is a residency-trained optometrist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. She graduated from UC Irvine with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and a minor in Business Management. She received her Doctorate of Optometry from the Southern California College of O...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.87
·30 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Rany Woo is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Laser Eye Center's lead cataract surgeon. She specializes in premium femtosecond laser cataract surgery as well as refractive lens exchange, custom LASIK and PRK, EVO ICL implantable contact lenses, among others, with advanced expertise in premiu...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.50
·8 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Dr. Abraham V. Shammas is the founder and Chief Refractive Surgeon of Laser Eye Center — Southern California's original vision-correction practice, established in 1986. He is one of California's early pioneers of refractive surgery. Over four decades he has personally performed well over 95,000 proc...Click to read more
Optometrist
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Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Michael Bourgoin was born in Washington, D.C., and grew up in Rochester, N.Y. He enrolled at the State University of New York at Potsdam and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences. He then ventured to Berkeley, California, to attend the University of California,...Click to read more
Optometrist
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Dr. Jean Yoo, married to Dr. Bourgoin, joined their practice in 2003 after practicing for ten years in Orange County. Born in Seoul, Korea, and raised in West Los Angeles, Dr. Yoo earned her Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She received her D...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.92
·74 reviews
The office is very neat. Very friendly staff. Doctor is very humble and friendly. - Feb 15, 2026 by Edmon D.Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Tiffany Luong earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Marshall B. Ketchum University and completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Irvine. She had the opportunity to train at various practices across the country, including the Salem Veteran Affairs Medical Center in...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.87
·30 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Rany Woo is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Laser Eye Center's lead cataract surgeon. She specializes in premium femtosecond laser cataract surgery as well as refractive lens exchange, custom LASIK and PRK, EVO ICL implantable contact lenses, among others, with advanced expertise in premiu...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.50
·8 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Dr. Abraham V. Shammas is the founder and Chief Refractive Surgeon of Laser Eye Center — Southern California's original vision-correction practice, established in 1986. He is one of California's early pioneers of refractive surgery. Over four decades he has personally performed well over 95,000 proc...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviews
This is my second eye exam at this location. The staff was caring and helpful. I’ll be back - Jan 2, 2026 by Howard E.Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Leslie Bacani is a highly regarded optometrist. She practices at EyeXam in Newport Coast, CA.
Dr. Bacani obtained her doctoral degree in optometry from Marshall B. Ketchum University. She offers personalized eye care that includes vision correction, comprehensive exams, and early detection of c...Click to read more
Optometrist
3.00
·1 reviewOut-of-network
Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Dannelle Chung grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and moved down to sunny Southern California to attend UCLA. After graduation, she stayed in Southern California and earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern California College of Optometry, where she graduated summa cum laude. S...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.50
·8 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Dr. Abraham V. Shammas is the founder and Chief Refractive Surgeon of Laser Eye Center — Southern California's original vision-correction practice, established in 1986. He is one of California's early pioneers of refractive surgery. Over four decades he has personally performed well over 95,000 proc...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.87
·30 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Rany Woo is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Laser Eye Center's lead cataract surgeon. She specializes in premium femtosecond laser cataract surgery as well as refractive lens exchange, custom LASIK and PRK, EVO ICL implantable contact lenses, among others, with advanced expertise in premiu...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·38 reviews
She was very attentive, friendly and straight to the point. No wait time. Super friendly staff. Overall great experience! - Feb 6, 2024 by Leydi B.Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Uzma Husain is an optometrist based in Culver City, CA, practicing at Culver City Vision Optometry. She provides comprehensive care including annual eye examinations, pediatric eye consultations, retina consultations, and treatment for computer vision syndrome.
Dr. Husain earned her Doctor of...Click to read more
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Optometrist
5.00
·34 reviews
Love this location and the care was amazing! - Nov 1, 2024 by Tara O.Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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When not at work, Dr. Tari enjoys working out, lifting weights, playing volleyball, and surfing. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from Marshall B. Ketchum University.Click to read more
Next available: today
Optometrist
5.00
·34 reviews
Had a wonderful experience here. Dr Katherine Xie listened to my issues and easily corrected an issue a previous optometrist had brushed off. Highly recommend her! - Mar 27, 2025 by Stacey B.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Katherine Xie (pronounced “sh-yeh”) grew up in the San Gabriel Valley. She went to UCLA for her undergraduate education and graduated with a B.S. in Human Biology and Society in 2018. Having worn glasses since 2nd grade and loving all her eye exams, Dr. Xie knew she wanted to be an optometrist s...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Jul 1
Optometrist
4.92
·39 reviews
Wonderful & smooth process. Dr. Choe was like Tom Brady -- throwing nothing but touchdowns. Will definitely be coming back! - Feb 25, 2025 by Jason M.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Choe graduated from Illinois College of Optometry with a Doctor of Optometry degree after earning a Bachelor of Science from Purdue University. She is passionate about improving the lives of her patients by providing educative and high-quality eye care through new technology. She enjoys fitting ...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Jun 29
Optometrist
4.94
·50 reviews
At first the office was difficult to find because I didn’t realize I was driving to the mall.
However, if you park closest to the JCPenny side of the Fox Hills Mall- you’ll be able to walk through JCPenny’s and find the LensCrafters to the left.
The office is located in the back of the store...Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Katherine Xie grew up in the San Gabriel Valley and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Biology and Society from the University of California, Los Angeles. She then completed her Doctor of Optometry degree at the Berkeley campus. Dr. Xie's goal is to make eye exams a pleasant experience and to...Click to read more
Next available: Sun, Jun 28
Optometrist
4.98
·41 reviews
Dr. Patel and the staff were great! I learned a lot about the changes in my eyes and prescription.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Pooja Patel
Eye care is more than finding the right prescription. Our patients count on us to have their back when it comes to seeing clearly, feeling healthy, and looking their best. We can't wait to get to know you and provide you with a vision solution that fits your lifestyle.
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Optometrist
5.00
·34 reviews
Was seen quickly and eye exam was also quick and easy. - Mar 29, 2025 by Huw M.Click to read more
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Diane Tran is a dedicated optometrist known for her passion for eye care and her commitment to her patients' not only visual, but overall health. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Irvine, where she developed a solid foundation in the sciences and a strong inter...Click to read more
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Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviewsOut-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Laura's favorite part about practicing optometry is being able to instantly help her patients see better with new glasses or contact lenses. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Pacific University Forest Grove Campus and completed her bachelor's degree at the University of California S...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, Jul 3
Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
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Dr. Tiffany Tseng is a Board-Certified Optometrist specializing in surgical consultations and post-operative care. She graduated UCLA and the UC Berkeley School of Optometry. She is experienced in all refractive vision treatments, including LASIK, PRK, ICL, RLE and cataract surgery care.
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