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Dr. Babak Shabatian, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.68
·108 reviews
Efficient and capable. met all of my expectations. - May 7, 2016 by Zygmont B.Click to read more
13.5 mi · 19000 Hawthorne Blvd, Suite 200, Torrance, CA 90503
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 19 more
Accepting new patients · 24 years of experience · Expertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 9 more ·
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Dr. Babak Shabatian is a Board Certified Ophthalmic Surgeon who graduated with the top honors of summa cum laude from University of California in Los Angeles. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at the prestigious North Shore – Long Is...Click to read more

Dr. Jean Katow, MD

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
14.5 mi · 1045 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Suite 400, Gardena, CA 90247
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
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

Dr. Nicholas Marsico, MD

Ophthalmologist
14.5 mi · 1045 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Suite 400, Gardena, CA 90247
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
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

Dr. Johnathon (Eric) Downing, MD

Ophthalmologist
14.5 mi · 1045 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Suite 400, Gardena, CA 90247
Accepting new patientsExpertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 5 more

Dr. Amarpreet Brar, MD

Ophthalmologist
5.00
·2 reviews
It is a consortium of eye doctors…Click to read more
14.5 mi · 1045 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Suite 400, Gardena, CA 90247
Accepts Aetna + 2 more
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

Dr. Michelle Sato, MD

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
14.5 mi · 1045 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Suite 400, Gardena, CA 90247
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
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

Dr. Nicholas Marsico, MD

Ophthalmologist
14.5 mi · 420 E 3rd St, Suite 603, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
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

Dr. Jean Katow, MD

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
14.5 mi · 420 E 3rd St, Suite 603, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
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

Dr. Johnathon (Eric) Downing, MD

Ophthalmologist
14.5 mi · 420 E 3rd St, Suite 603, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Accepting new patientsExpertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 5 more

Dr. Michelle Sato, MD

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
14.5 mi · 420 E 3rd St, Suite 603, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
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

Dr. Amarpreet Brar, MD

Ophthalmologist
5.00
·2 reviews
It is a consortium of eye doctors…Click to read more
14.5 mi · 420 E 3rd St, Suite 603, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Accepts Aetna + 2 more
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

Dr. Lilit Ablabutyan, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.67
·3 reviews
extremely nice and thorough with the exam, would recommend to anyone - Dec 8, 2021 by Richard Y.Click to read more
15.5 mi · 1510 S Central Ave, Ste 530, Glendale, CA 91204
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait timeExpertise in glaucoma surgery + 6 more

Dr. Renia Malek, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·11 reviews
This was the best Eye Exam I have ever had, the doctor was so knowledgeable and easy to talk to! by TGClick to read more
16 mi · 728 Americana Way, Glendale, CA 91210
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Malek graduated with honors and received her Doctor of Optometry degree from Western University of Health Sciences College of Optometry in Los Angeles, California. She has worked with nationally renowned surgeons, clinicians, and researchers to provide her patients with best-in-class care. She ...Click to read more

Dr. Johnathon (Eric) Downing, MD

Ophthalmologist
16.5 mi · 23441 Madison St, Suite # 120, Torrance, CA 90505
Accepting new patientsExpertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 5 more

Dr. Jean Katow, MD

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
16.5 mi · 23441 Madison St, Suite # 120, Torrance, CA 90505
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
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

Dr. Michelle Sato, MD

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
16.5 mi · 23441 Madison St, Suite # 120, Torrance, CA 90505
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
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

Dr. Nicholas Marsico, MD

Ophthalmologist
16.5 mi · 23441 Madison St, Suite # 120, Torrance, CA 90505
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
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

Dr. Amarpreet Brar, MD

Ophthalmologist
5.00
·2 reviews
It is a consortium of eye doctors…Click to read more
16.5 mi · 23441 Madison St, Suite # 120, Torrance, CA 90505
Accepts Aetna + 2 more
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

Dr. Elliott Caine, OD

Optometrist
4.95
·180 reviews
Excellent service. Very knowledgable and helpful team. Thank you so much!Click to read more
18 mi · 5016 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 15 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Quality eyecare and personal attention are our focus at Dr. Elliott Caine Optometry. We are a family optometry practice that prides itself on the individual care and attention we provide to all of our patients. Your entire family is welcome at Dr. Elliott Caine Optometry. Located in the Highland Par...Click to read more

Dr. Eileen Chang, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·2 reviews
22 mi · 477 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 35 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Chang enjoys Travel, Musical Instruments, Art, and Calligraphy.Click to read more

Dr. Alan Limfat, OD

Optometrist
4.88
·8 reviews
22 mi · 477 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 35 more
Accepting new patients ·
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I enjoy reading books, playing tennis, and watching English Premier League Soccer.Click to read more

Dr. Neda Khadem, OD

Optometrist (Virtual)
San Pedro, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
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

Dr. Neda Khadem, OD

Optometrist
22 mi · 1366 W 7th St, San Pedro, CA 90732
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
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

Dr. Neda Khadem, OD

Optometrist
23 mi · 1600 S Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more
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

Dr. Rany Woo, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.88
·32 reviews
Surgery was good by RGClick to read more
25 mi · 18000 Studebaker Rd, Ste 505, Cerritos, CA 90703
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

Dr. Lilia Babakhan, OD

Optometrist
26 mi · 25834 The Old Rd, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
Accepts EyeMed, Medicare, VSP + 1 more
Accepting new patients ·
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Dr Lilia Babakhan is a family and pediatric Optometrist with Glaucoma certification. She has extensive training in treatment and management of Keratoconus, fitting specialty contact lenses & Myopia Management in pediatric patients. Dr. Babakhan earned her Bachelor's of Science degree in Biology fro...Click to read more

Dr. Rany Woo, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.88
·32 reviews
Surgery was good by RGClick to read more
27.5 mi · 23838 Valencia Blvd, Ste 205, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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

Dr. Abraham Shammas, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.56
·9 reviews
I absolutely recommend this doctor he helped me so much! I had the best experience with him and the whole team. I would 100% go back and I will recommend everyone to him! by KCClick to read more
27.5 mi · 23838 Valencia Blvd, Ste 205, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Excellent wait time ·
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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

Dr. Jill Chen, OD

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
28 mi · 13349 South St, Cerritos, CA 90703
Accepts Aetna, Davis Vision, EyeMed + 4 more
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

Dr. Gewon Shu, OD

Optometrist
35.5 mi · 303 W Lincoln Ave, Suite #120, Anaheim, CA 92805
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 11 more
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

Dr. Kelly Leong, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·15 reviews
This office was so friendly and quick. They were a little short staffed, but still got everything done efficiently and said there’s normally more people working. Everything was clean and up to date. I haven’t been checked in years, but Dr. Julie Shu was thorough and explained all the tests every ste...Click to read more
35.5 mi · 303 W Lincoln Ave, Suite #120, Anaheim, CA 92805
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, EyeMed + 10 more
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

Dr. Michael Bourgoin, OD

Optometrist
42 mi · 1835 Newport Blvd, Ste A-111, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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

Dr. Jean Yoo-Bourgoin, OD

Optometrist
42 mi · 1835 Newport Blvd, Ste A-111, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Accepting new patients ·
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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

Dr. Tiffany Luong, OD

Optometrist
4.92
·75 reviews
It was great to felt like my questions and concerns were being listened to and addressed. - Jul 18, 2025 by Taylor M.Click to read more
42 mi · 1696 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Accepts Aetna, EyeMed, UnitedHealthcare + 6 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Tiffany Luong was born and raised in the San Gabriel Valley. She graduated from the University of California, Irvine with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and received her doctorate degree from the Southern California College of Optometry in Fullerton. During this time, she had the opportunity ...Click to read more

Dr. Babak Shabatian, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.68
·108 reviews
Efficient and capable. met all of my expectations. - May 7, 2016 by Zygmont B.Click to read more
44.5 mi · 1280 S Victoria Ave, Suite # 160, Ventura, CA 93003
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 19 more
Accepting new patients · 24 years of experience · Expertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 9 more ·
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Dr. Babak Shabatian is a Board Certified Ophthalmic Surgeon who graduated with the top honors of summa cum laude from University of California in Los Angeles. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at the prestigious North Shore – Long Is...Click to read more

Dr. Larisa Canter, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.99
·96 reviews
Helpful staff, intelligent and caring doctor. Great practice. Very clean! - Nov 1, 2021Click to read more
45.5 mi · 400 Newport Ctr Dr, Ste 200, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 17 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 4 more ·
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Dr. Larisa Canter is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist through the Academy of Ophthalmology with 20 years of experience. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from Wayne State University, completed her internship at the University of California, Los Angeles, and finished her residency in Ophthalmology a...Click to read more

Dr. Cecilia Mai, OD

Optometrist
45.5 mi · 3800 Barranca Pkwy, Ste D, Irvine, CA 92606
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 9 more
Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Mai's priority is to help her patients create memories with their loved ones through sight. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Marshall B. Ketchum University. During her free time, Dr. Mai loves spending time with her family, enjoys gardening, and watching Korean dramas.Click to read more

Dr. Leslie Bacani, OD

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
49 mi · 7976 East Coast Hwy, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Accepts EyeMed, Medicare, VSP + 1 more
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

Dr. Dannelle Chung, OD

Optometrist
3.00
·1 review
49 mi · 7976 East Coast Hwy, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Accepts EyeMed, Medicare, VSP + 1 more
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

Dr. Babak Shabatian, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.68
·108 reviews
Efficient and capable. met all of my expectations. - May 7, 2016 by Zygmont B.Click to read more
50 mi · 1739 W Ave J, Lancaster, CA 93534
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 19 more
Accepting new patients · 24 years of experience · Expertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 9 more ·
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Dr. Babak Shabatian is a Board Certified Ophthalmic Surgeon who graduated with the top honors of summa cum laude from University of California in Los Angeles. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at the prestigious North Shore – Long Is...Click to read more

Dr. Rany Woo, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.88
·32 reviews
Surgery was good by RGClick to read more
52.5 mi · 3200 Inland Empire Blvd, Ste 140, Ontario, CA 91764
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

Dr. Abraham Shammas, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.56
·9 reviews
I absolutely recommend this doctor he helped me so much! I had the best experience with him and the whole team. I would 100% go back and I will recommend everyone to him! by KCClick to read more
64.5 mi · 3600 Lime St, Ste 117, Riverside, CA 92501
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Excellent wait time ·
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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

Dr. Rany Woo, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.88
·32 reviews
Surgery was good by RGClick to read more
64.5 mi · 3600 Lime St, Ste 117, Riverside, CA 92501
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

Dr. Mary Ann Banez, MD

Ophthalmologist (Virtual)
4.66
·467 reviews
She is very nice and knows her stuff. I was scared and she made me feel better - Jul 9, 2019 by Julie M.Click to read more
San Francisco, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 3 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time · Expertise in glaucoma ·
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Dr. Banez is a board-certified ophthalmic surgeon who has been in practice for over 20 years. She received her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency in ophthalmology at Sinai Hospital. Dr. Banez is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology ...Click to read more

Dr. Kristen Kaneko, OD

Optometrist
4.91
·45 reviews
Horrible service - would not take me in unless I paid for a full eye exam when I specifically mentioned that I was coming in for a specific issue. Office did not communicate any of this beforehand. - Jun 28, 2024Click to read more
0.5 mi · 321 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Kristen Kaneko has worked in her Santa Monica location since January of 1997. She earned both her Bachelor's degree and Doctor of Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry. In 2009, she was honored with L.A.'s Best Doctor in Santa Monica Award. She is married and has a young son. Dr. Kane...Click to read more
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Dr. Cynthia Boxrud, MD

Oculoplastic Surgeon
5.00
·8 reviews
My visit was excellent - great bed-side manner. by AAClick to read more
1 mi · 2021 Santa Monica Blvd, #408E, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 4 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Boxrud, MD, a highly qualified medical specialist and surgeon in Facial Ophthalmic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, as well as Orbital and Ophthalmic Oncology. She credits over twenty years of referrals from satisfied patients and return clients for the growth of her medical and surgical pra...Click to read more

Dr. Trang Ha, OD

Optometrist
4.91
·47 reviews
Very quick appointment! The staff is so friendly and very thorough. The doctor answered all questions and was detailed in explaining things. - Jan 12, 2025Click to read more
5 mi · 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Century City Spc 2550, Los Angeles, CA 90067
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 7 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Trang Ha has been providing quality and personalized eye care for the past two decades. Her skill set includes contact lens fitting, Lasik surgery co-management and annual eye exams. She enjoys yoga, cooking and traveling.Click to read more
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Dr. Milton Tari, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·34 reviews
Love this location and the care was amazing! - Nov 1, 2024 by Tara O.Click to read more
6 mi · 6000 Sepulveda Blvd, STE 1680, Culver City, CA 90230
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 4 more
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
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Dr. Majid Moarefi, MD

Ophthalmologist
4.64
·11 reviews
Top experience. - Apr 7, 2026 by Meline V.Click to read more
3 mi · 11600 Wilshire Blvd, 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 36 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in glaucoma surgery + 5 more ·
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Dr. Amir Moarefi is a recognized expert in the treatment of keratoconus, a progressive condition that causes thinning and distortion of the cornea. His extensive training at a Keratoconus Center of Excellence has provided him with firsthand experience in cutting-edge treatments and the latest advanc...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Aug 3

Dr. Sima Tabanfar, OD

Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
4.50
·2 reviews
3 mi · 11600 Wilshire Blvd, 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 4 more
Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Sima Tabanfar is our Director of Clinical Services. She is a Board-Certified optometrist specializing in pre- and post-operative treatment for surgical vision correction, including LASIK eye surgery and cataract surgery. She graduated Cum Laude from UCLA and the Southern California College of Op...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Aug 5

Dr. Tiffany Tseng, OD

Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
3 mi · 11600 Wilshire Blvd, 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Accepting new patients ·
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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. Dr. Tseng ...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Aug 5

Dr. Meredith Barber, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·45 reviews
7.5 mi · 8471 Beverly Blvd, STE 105, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Meredith Barber grew up in Vienna, Virginia, a suburb of Washington, D.C. She attended the University of Virginia for her undergraduate degree in Biology before moving to California to pursue her optometry career. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree in 2010 from Marshall B. Ketchum Univers...Click to read more
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Dr. Uzma Husain, OD

Optometrist
5.00
·38 reviews
A shockingly wonderful office and staff! I didn’t know how nice it would be to have a good eye doctor! - Nov 7, 2023 by Patricia M.Click to read more
6 mi · 10820 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Davis Vision + 11 more
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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Dr. Susan Choe, OD

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
6 mi · 10820 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230
Accepts Cigna, Davis Vision, EyeMed + 9 more
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, Aug 3

Dr. Shirin Yousefi, OD

Optometrist
6 mi · 6200 Slauson Ave, Culver City, CA 90230
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 2 more
Accepting new patients ·
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Ocular disease residency. Fits Scleral lenses. Fits RGP lenses. Fluent in English and Farsi. Residency trained in Ocular Disease from University of Houston. Doctor of Optometry degree from Nova Southeastern University, Florida. Undergraduate degree from University of California, Irvine. Fellow of th...Click to read more
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