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129 verified Eye Doctors in Palm Desert, CA
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Ophthalmologist
4.00
·9 reviews
49 mi · 25395 Hancock Ave, Ste 100, Murrieta, CA 92562
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 30 more
Accepting new patients · Expertise in blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye) + 8 more ·
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Dr. Eric K Chin is a board certified ophthalmologist and a native of Northern California who joined Inland Eye Specialists in 2015. He graduated from the University of California Berkeley with a bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering. He received his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School. He c...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.70
·30 reviews
49 mi · 25395 Hancock Ave, Ste 100, Murrieta, CA 92562
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 30 more
Accepting new patients · 19 years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 5 more ·
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“I feel fortunate to live in a time where technology and experience allow us to offer so many people an improved quality of life through better vision.” Dr. R. Duncan Johnson is a board-certified ophthalmologist who joined Inland Eye Specialists in 2012. He treats medical and surgical diseases of t...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
5.00
·7 reviews
49 mi · 25395 Hancock Ave, Ste 100, Murrieta, CA 92562
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 30 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Expertise in surgical retina and vitreous procedures + 3 more ·
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Jason C. Chow, M.D. M.S. is a native of the bay area in Northern California. He graduated from the University of California, San Diego with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Bioengineering. He received his medical degree from the University of Buffalo. He completed his ophthalmology residency at B...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.87
·31 reviews
49 mi · 25395 Hancock Ave, Ste 100, Murrieta, CA 92562
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 30 more
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 5 more ·
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My number one goal as a physician is to improve and maintain your vision. Whether through glasses, medical, or surgical interventions I hope to improve sight and quality of life. Throughout my training, I treated a vast spectrum of diseases in people from around the world. I utilize the latest techn...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.97
·30 reviews
49 mi · 25395 Hancock Ave, Ste 100, Murrieta, CA 92562
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 30 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 5 more ·
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Dr. Barratt L. Phillips is a board certified ophthalmologist who has been practicing since 1995 and joined Inland Eye Specialists in 1999. He treats medical and surgical diseases of the eye and specializes in cataract surgery and refractive surgery. Dr. Phillips completed his medical degree at The ...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.97
·30 reviews
49 mi · 25460 Medical Ctr Dr, Ste 103, Murrieta, CA 92562
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 30 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 5 more ·
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Dr. Barratt L. Phillips is a board certified ophthalmologist who has been practicing since 1995 and joined Inland Eye Specialists in 1999. He treats medical and surgical diseases of the eye and specializes in cataract surgery and refractive surgery. Dr. Phillips completed his medical degree at The ...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.70
·30 reviews
49 mi · 25460 Medical Ctr Dr, Ste 103, Murrieta, CA 92562
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 30 more
Accepting new patients · 19 years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 5 more ·
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“I feel fortunate to live in a time where technology and experience allow us to offer so many people an improved quality of life through better vision.” Dr. R. Duncan Johnson is a board-certified ophthalmologist who joined Inland Eye Specialists in 2012. He treats medical and surgical diseases of t...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.91
·34 reviews
in and out quick and easy! If only the other providers worked this efficiently! - Aug 20, 2023 by Kelly M.Click to read more
49.5 mi · 27100 Eucalyptus Ave, Moreno Valley East, Moreno Valley, CA 92555
Accepts Aetna, EyeMed + 2 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Graduated Regents' and Chancellor's Scholar from UC Berkeley and the Southern California College of Optometry. Completed residency at VA West Los Angeles. Medical optometrist specializing in LASIK consultations/post-operative care and specialty contact lens fits. Experienced in all aspects of primar...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.70
·30 reviews
56.5 mi · 521 East Elder St, Ste 102, Fallbrook, CA 92028
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 30 more
Accepting new patients · 19 years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 5 more ·
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“I feel fortunate to live in a time where technology and experience allow us to offer so many people an improved quality of life through better vision.” Dr. R. Duncan Johnson is a board-certified ophthalmologist who joined Inland Eye Specialists in 2012. He treats medical and surgical diseases of t...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·1 review
58.5 mi · 330 Inland Shopping Ctr, San Bernardino, CA 92408
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Davis Vision + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Dandouch was born and raised in Southern California. He graduated from California State University, San Bernardino, with a Bachelor of Science degree. He then completed his education at Midwestern University Chicago College of Optometry, where he earned his Doctor of Optometry. Afterward, he mov...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·30 reviews
66.5 mi · 2620 Tuscany St, Corona, CA 92881
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, EyeMed + 8 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended
Optometrist
67 mi · 11134 Rancho Carmel Dr, STE 102, San Diego, CA 92128
Accepts BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, EyeMed + 3 more
Accepting new patients
Optometrist
5.00
·30 reviews
68 mi · 2665 Vista Way, Unit B, Oceanside, CA 92054
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 8 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended
Optometrist
70 mi · 1044 N El Camino Real B, Encinitas, CA 92024
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 10 more
Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Vaishali Keswani is a skilled optometrist who provides a wide range of vision and eye care services for Dr. Rambod Esfandiari, provider of Eyexam of CA in Encinitas, CA. She treats patients of all ages. Dr. Keswani obtained her doctoral degree in optometry from the New England College of Optome...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
5.00
·2 reviews
71.5 mi · 489 Saxony Place, Suite 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 16 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in benign or precancerous skin growths ·
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Neeta Varshney, MD, is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist trained in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disease. Dr. Varshney is an accomplished surgeon and enjoys using the latest technologies available to deliver the highest degree of care to her patients. She is committed to deliveri...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
1.00
·1 review
71.5 mi · 489 Saxony Place, Suite 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 16 more
Accepting new patients · 21 years of experience · Expertise in vitreous opacities and degeneration + 5 more ·
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Dr. Crosby graduated with honors from Duke University. She earned an NIH-funded scholarship to the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, where she completed medical and graduate school training. She earned a PhD in molecular and cellular patho-biology (with focus on inflammation and rh...Click to read more
Optometrist
72 mi · 12503 N Mainstreet, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
Accepts BlueCross BlueShield + 2 more
Accepting new patients ·
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Primary Eye Care, Contact Lens. Dr. Benjamin is a Southern California native from Rancho Cucamonga. She enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her West Highland Terrier, Brutus. She also loves traveling, trying new foods, and visiting museums. Dr. Benjamin earned her Doctor of Optometry ...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·31 reviews
- Dec 1, 2023 by Maria P.Click to read more
72.5 mi · Encinitas, 1010 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 14 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Kelly Keane grew up in New Jersey and attended school in Boston before moving to sunny San Diego. She has a passion for pediatrics but loves to see patients and families of all ages. When she is not at work, Dr. Keane enjoys spending time with her husband, sons, and Australian shepherd. Dr. Kean...Click to read more
Optometrist
4.87
·30 reviews
72.5 mi · 4200 E 4th St, Ontario, CA 91764
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Davis Vision + 9 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended
Optometrist
5.00
·1 review
73.5 mi · 539 Pkwy Plz, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 16 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Vady Khalil, a dedicated optometrist, serves patients at Professional Optometric Corporation (Eyexam of CA) in El Cajon, CA. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from Western University of Health Sciences, reflecting his commitment to providing top-notch eye care. Dr. Khalil's expertise span...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.83
·30 reviews
73.5 mi · 3155D Sedona Ct, Ste 100, Ontario, CA 91764
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 20 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in cataract + 2 more ·
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Dr. Khoury has performed thousands of LASIK procedures worldwide. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine, completed an internship in Internal Medicine at Yale University, a residency in Ophthalmology at Vanderbilt University, and a fellowship in C...Click to read more
Retina & Vitreous Surgeon
5.00
·24 reviews
The wait time is too long. I got there 15 minutes before my appointment, and they still took an hour to get me in to see the nurses. It took another hour to see the doctor. I would also like the receptionist to let me know, e.g., what to expect and the tests that need to be done - Jan 6, 2026 by L...Click to read more
74 mi · 231 W Main St, Second Fl, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Expertise in surgical retina and vitreous procedures + 8 more ·
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American Eye Associates looks forward to caring for you! Please note this provider does not provide general eyeglass consultations. Please read on to learn more about Dr. James J. Peairs as she continues to offer quality care. Dr. James J. Peairs is a San Diego native and joined American Eye Assoc...Click to read more
Optometrist
5.00
·4 reviews
- Jan 13, 2026 by Miranda B.Click to read more
74 mi · 231 W Main St, Second Fl, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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American Eye Associates looks forward to caring for you! Please note this provider does not provide general eyeglass consultations. Please read on to learn more about Dr. Anita Koo as she continues to offer quality care. Dr. Anita Koo is a board-certified optometrist experienced in primary eye care...Click to read more
Retina Specialist (Medical)
4.84
·31 reviews
The office was clean staff was friendly and doctor listened didn't feel rushed and were seen on time - Jul 30, 2024 by Jesus T.Click to read more
74 mi · 231 W Main St, Second Fl, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye) + 6 more ·
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American Eye Associates looks forward to caring for you! Please note this provider does not provide general eyeglass consultations. Please read on to learn more about Dr. Majid Mani as he continues to offer quality care. Majid Mani, M.D., is an Ophthalmic Surgeon with an emphasis in caring for pati...Click to read more
Retina & Vitreous Surgeon
4.44
·18 reviews
- Jan 6, 2025 by Sherry B.Click to read more
74 mi · 231 W Main St, Second Fl, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time · Expertise in surgical retina and vitreous procedures + 10 more ·
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American Eye Associates looks forward to caring for you! Please note this provider does not provide general eyeglass consultations. Please read on to learn more about Dr. Georgios Papastergiou as he continues to offer quality care Dr. Papastergiou is a prolific researcher, who has published numerou...Click to read more
Retina & Vitreous Surgeon
4.78
·18 reviews
Dr. Pons has always been professional and provided clear explanation of exams practiced. Staff is great - Apr 11, 2025 by Myrtha Q.Click to read more
74 mi · 231 W Main St, Second Fl, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in hypertensive retinopathy + 10 more ·
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American Eye Associates looks forward to caring for you! Please note this provider does not provide general eyeglass consultations. Please read on to learn more about Dr. Mauricio E. Pons as he continues to offer quality care. Mauricio E. Pons, M.D., an associate at American Eye Associates, brings ...Click to read more
Refractive Surgeon
4.28
·18 reviews
- Apr 5, 2025 by liliana G.Click to read more
74 mi · 231 W Main St, Second Fl, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
Accepting new patients · Expertise in hypertensive retinopathy + 4 more ·
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American Eye Associates looks forward to caring for you! Please note this provider does not provide general eyeglass consultations. Please read on to learn more about Dr. Colin Ip as he continues to offer quality care. Dr. Colin Ip is a fellowship trained cornea specialist and board certified by th...Click to read more
Refractive Surgeon
5.00
·5 reviews
Excellent, great Doctor and probably one of THEE nicest persons I have ever met!!! - Feb 11, 2026 by Mark H.Click to read more
74 mi · 231 W Main St, Second Fl, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in cataract surgery with lens implant ·
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American Eye Associates looks forward to caring for you! Please note this provider does not provide general eyeglass consultations. Please read on to learn more about Dr. Gregory A. Stainer as he continues to offer quality care. Gregory A. Stainer, M.D. is an ophthalmologist who specializes in Corn...Click to read more
Retina Specialist (Medical)
5.00
·1 review
74 mi · 231 W Main St, Second Fl, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
Accepting new patients · 24 years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 7 more ·
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American Eye Associates looks forward to caring for you! Please note this provider does not provide general eyeglass consultations. Please read on to learn more about Dr. Tayson DeLengocky as he continues to offer quality care. Tayson DeLengocky, D.O., an associate of American Eye Associates, is a ...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.65
·23 reviews
Great provider. Very easy to talk to and explained everything clearly. - Aug 13, 2024 by Lauren M.Click to read more
74 mi · 231 W Main St, Second Fl, El Cajon, CA 92020
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in hypertensive retinopathy + 4 more ·
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American Eye Associates looks forward to caring for you! Please note this provider does not provide general eyeglass consultations. Please read on to learn more about Dr. Martin Rajsbaum as hecontinues to offer quality care. Martin Rajsbaum, M.D., is an ophthalmologist who is highly experienced in ...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist
4.86
·70 reviews
Dr Chen is very professional & very efficient. He is excellent & convinced my husband to trust him which isn't easy to do! - Jun 3, 2014 by Linda K.Click to read more
75 mi · 12395 El Camino Real, Ste 300, San Diego, CA 92130
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 20 more
Accepting new patients · 24 years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 4 more ·
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Edwin S. Chen, MD is a graduate of Stanford University and Medical College of Ohio at University of Toledo. After completing his general eye surgery training at St. Vincent's Hospital-New York Medical College in Manhattan where he served as Chief Resident, he spent an additional year in fellowship s...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist (Virtual)
4.87
·383 reviews
Appointment was a breeze, was saw very quickly and doctor explained everything very well. - Oct 19, 2020 by Hannah C.Click to read more
Los Angeles, CA
Accepts BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare + 51 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Expertise in glaucoma surgery + 6 more ·
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David Kamen, M.D. has been the medical director at the Kamen Eye Surgery and Medical Center for the past 12 years. Dr. David Kamen is a very respected Beverly Hills eye surgeon who has performed more than 10,000 successful eye surgeries. He was chosen as the America’s Top Ophthalmologist in the area...Click to read more
Optometrist (Virtual)
4.89
·63 reviews
DR. TOM AND HIS STAFF HAVE TAKEN GREAT CARE OF ME- THE QUALITY OF SERVICE AND THE PRODUCTS THEY CARRY ARE EXCEPTIONAL. by JTClick to read more
Danville, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, EyeMed + 18 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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My mission has always been to exceed "the standard of care." I pride myself on continuously enhancing my medical skills through advanced education and training, expanding my ability to practice to the fullest extent to benefit all of my patients. I earned my Bachelor’s degree and Doctor of Optometry...Click to read more
Ophthalmologist (Virtual)
4.39
·129 reviews
Very through and personable MD, but unfortunately very busy as well so took 30 min to get eyes dilated, then almost 45 after that to see the MD. - Sep 12, 2020Click to read more
San Francisco, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 20 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in glaucoma + 7 more ·
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Dr. Lillie A. Mosaddegh completed her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Illinois in Chicago with honors. She subsequently obtained her Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin at the top of her class, where she was awarded with multiple honors including the Janet...Click to read more
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