4.7
61 Ratings with 37 written Reviews
Summary
Matthew R. Kirk, M.D. is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology, glaucoma, and cataract surgery with Eye Care of San Diego - La Jolla. Dr. Kirk has been serving the community of La Jolla since 2007 and is focused on providing the best quality of care for each patient he works with.
Dr. Kirk’s training includes Boston University School of Medicine, where he was selected to the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Medical Society. He did his internship at the Naval Hospital, San Diego and served as a flight surgeon with the 3rd Marine Air Wing at Camp Pendleton and abroad. After his time in the military, Dr. Kirk went on to do his residency at the world-renowned Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, where he was selected as a chief resident. He joined us at Eye Care of La Jolla in 2007.
In his personal time, Dr. Kirk enjoys a variety of outdoor activities with his family.
Dr. Kirk’s training includes Boston University School of Medicine, where he was selected to the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Medical Society. He did his internship at the Naval Hospital, San Diego and served as a flight surgeon with the 3rd Marine Air Wing at Camp Pendleton and abroad. After his time in the military, Dr. Kirk went on to do his residency at the world-renowned Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, where he was selected as a chief resident. He joined us at Eye Care of La Jolla in 2007.
In his personal time, Dr. Kirk enjoys a variety of outdoor activities with his family.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 26 years of experience
- 51 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- United States Naval Medical Center
- 37 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Office Location
Eye Care of San Diego
9834 Genesee Ave Ste 200La Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 457-3050
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 26 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Farsi |
| La Jolla , CA | El Centro , CA | El Centro , CA | El Centro , CA |
| Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, MA | Med School: National University of Cuyo School of Medicine of Argentina | Med School: University of California San Diego (UCSD) |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Matthew R. Kirk
Medical Specialties
Matthew R. Kirk has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Matthew R. Kirk has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
Matthew R. Kirk holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at United States Naval Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 2000.
NPI Number
Matthew R. Kirk's NPI number is 1598803066.
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