Summary

Dr. David Michelson specializes in ophthalmology with over three decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and has dedicated 32 years to helping patients maintain and restore their vision. Dr. Michelson is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Michelson practices at Eye Care of La Jolla in La Jolla, California, and maintains an affiliation with East Campus Medical Center at UC San Diego Health. He focuses on treating common eye conditions such as dry eyes and glaucoma. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams and retinal imaging to monitor eye health. Patients rate Dr. Michelson 4.4 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 32 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
  • 22 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. David Scott Michelson has 2 locations

Eye Care Of La Jolla

9834 Genesee Ave Ste 200La Jolla, CA 92037
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pacific Eye Institute

555 N 13th AveUpland, CA 91786
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.3 
32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Arabic
La Jolla , CAChula Vista , CAChula Vista , CAChula Vista , CA
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Rome Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine Med School: Zagazig University Faculty of Medicine in Egypt
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Scott Michelson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Scott Michelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Scott Michelson has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
Johns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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Dr. David Michelson is affiliated with East Campus Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health.

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