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Barrett Eubanks, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 25485 Medical Center Dr, 212, Murrieta, CA 92562
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients · 15 years of experience · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 1 more ·
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Barrett Eubanks, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Ontario, CA and Aliso Viejo, CA. They attended medical school at University Of Florida College Of Medicine in 2011. Barrett Eubanks was board certified by American Board of Ophthalmology Certification in Ophthalmology. Their offices are located in 3155D Se...Click to read more

Edward Kim, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 665 Camino De Los Mares, 102, San Clemente, CA 92673
Accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in cataract + 6 more ·
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Edward Kim, MD is a Ophthalmologist in San Clemente, CA and Laguna Hills, CA. They attended medical school at University Of California in 1975. They completed their residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary. They attended medical school at Harvard Medical School in 1979. Edward Kim was board certified...Click to read more

Andrew Henrick, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 31852 Coast Hwy, 101, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in glaucoma + 3 more ·
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Andrew Henrick, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Laguna Beach, CA and Laguna Hills, CA. They completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center. They attended medical school at University Of California in 1976. Andrew Henrick was board certified by American Board of Ophthalmology Certification in Ophthalmol...Click to read more

Faris Ghosheh, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 26701 Crown Valley Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients · 24 years of experience · Expertise in glaucoma + 6 more ·
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Faris Ghosheh, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Mission Viejo, CA. They completed their residency at University Of Md Medical Sys. They attended medical school at University Of California in 2002. Faris Ghosheh was board certified by American Board of Ophthalmology Certification in Ophthalmology. Their of...Click to read more

George Salib, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 24422 Avenida De La Carlota, 110, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 7 more ·
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George Salib, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Santa Ana, CA and Laguna Hills, CA. They attended medical school at University Of Wisconsin Medical Sch in 1998. They completed their residency at Chas R Drew University Medical & Sci. Their offices are located in 3500 S Bristol St 202, Santa Ana, CA and 2442...Click to read more

M Polly McKinstry, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 23961 Calle De La Magdalena, 402, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients ·
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M Polly McKinstry, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Newport Beach, CA and Laguna Hills, CA. M Polly McKinstry was board certified by American Board of Ophthalmology Certification in Ophthalmology. Their offices are located in 1525 Superior Ave 101, Newport Beach, CA and 23961 Calle De La Magdalena 402, La...Click to read more

Barratt Phillips, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 3953 W Stetson Ave, Hemet, CA 92545
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in secondary membranaous cataract surgery + 5 more ·
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Barratt Phillips, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Murrieta, CA and Hemet, CA. They attended medical school at University Of Utah School Of Medicine in 1995. They completed their residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center in 1999. Their offices are located in 25395 Hancock Ave 100, Murrieta, CA and...Click to read more

John Tew, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 3953 W Stetson Ave, Hemet, CA 92545
Accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in cataract + 3 more ·
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John Tew, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Murrieta, CA, Fallbrook, CA and Hemet, CA. They completed their residency at University Co Hlth Sci Center. They attended medical school at Virginia Commonwealth University in 1999. Their offices are located in 25395 Hancock Ave 100, Murrieta, CA, 521 E Elder St ...Click to read more

Robert Sorenson, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 3953 W Stetson Ave, Hemet, CA 92545
Accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in cataract surgery with lens implant + 4 more ·
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Robert Sorenson, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Murrieta, CA and Hemet, CA. They completed their residency at Johns Hopkins University School Medicine. They attended medical school at University Of Michigan Medical Sch in 1997. Their offices are located in 25395 Hancock Ave 100, Murrieta, CA and 3953 W ...Click to read more

Robert Ruper, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 22921 Triton Way, 123, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Robert Ruper, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Laguna Hills, CA and Orange, CA. They attended medical school at University Of Minnesota Medical Sch-Minneapolis in 1965. They completed their residency at St Louis University Hospital. Robert Ruper was board certified by American Board of Ophthalmology Certi...Click to read more

Margaret Nambiar, MD

Ophthalmologist
7785.5 mi · 130 S Buena Vista St, Hemet, CA 92543
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in glaucoma + 2 more ·
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Margaret Nambiar, MD is a Ophthalmologist in Menifee, CA and Hemet, CA. They attended medical school at University Of Wisconsin Medical Sch in 1980. They completed their residency at Henry Ford Hospital in 1984. Margaret Nambiar was board certified by American Board of Ophthalmology Certification in...Click to read more
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On Zocdoc, you can search specifically for San Diego Ophthalmologists with availability after 5 p.m.

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You can use Zocdoc to find Ophthalmologists in San Diego who are highly rated by other patients. These ratings are based on verified reviews submitted by real patients. Every time a patient completes an appointment booked on Zocdoc, they’re invited to review their experience. Each review must comply with Zocdoc’s guidelines.

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Ophthalmologists in San Diego on Zocdoc who see patients through online video visits will have a purple video icon on their profiles. You can also filter your search results to show only Ophthalmologists who offer video visits.

Are video visits with an Ophthalmologist online covered by my insurance?

Most insurers provide coverage for video visits at the same cost as in-person visits. You can search on Zocdoc specifically for Ophthalmologists in San Diego who accept your insurance for video visits by selecting your carrier and plan from the drop-down menu at the top of the page. We recommend you check with your insurance carrier directly to confirm your coverage and out of pocket costs for video visits.

How can I find an Ophthalmologist in San Diego who sees patients in the morning or evening?

Zocdoc lets you search specifically for an Ophthalmologist who has appointments available before 10:00 am, or after 5:00 pm. Just choose the special hours filter at the top of our search page.

How can I find an Ophthalmologist in San Diego who sees patients during the weekend?

Zocdoc let's you see real-time availability for Ophthalmologists in San Diego. Many Ophthalmologists offer appointments on Saturdays and Sundays.

How many ophthalmologists are there in San Diego, CA?

As of March 2026, San Diego, CA, has about 151 licensed ophthalmologists. (Medpro)


How common is glaucoma among California adults?

About 3.8% of California’s adult Medicare population, nearly 5.9 million people were living with glaucoma. (National Library of Medicine, 2024)


How many eye surgeries were performed in San Diego in 2023?

In 2023, UC San Diego’s Shiley Eye Institute reported performing more than 7,700 eye surgeries. (UC San Diego's Shiley's Eye Institute, 2023)


How many patients book appointments with ophthalmologists in San Diego, CA through Zocdoc in a month?

In March 2026, around 1 patients booked appointments with ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA through Zocdoc.


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To find the best ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA, look at board certification, years of experience, patient reviews, and insurance acceptance. On Zocdoc, you can compare doctors by ratings, availability, and location to make the right choice.

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