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1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Asit Pruthi is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. With 36 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Pruthi brings extensive expertise to diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Pruthi practices at locations in Salinas and Monterey and maintains affiliations with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and Salinas Valley Health Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as eyelid infections, inflammation of the eyelids, and connective tissue disorders affecting the eyes. He performs comprehensive eye examinations, vision testing, and specialized visual field assessments to evaluate peripheral vision. Patients rate Dr. Pruthi 5.0 out of 5 stars for his care.
Dr. Pruthi practices at locations in Salinas and Monterey and maintains affiliations with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and Salinas Valley Health Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as eyelid infections, inflammation of the eyelids, and connective tissue disorders affecting the eyes. He performs comprehensive eye examinations, vision testing, and specialized visual field assessments to evaluate peripheral vision. Patients rate Dr. Pruthi 5.0 out of 5 stars for his care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 36 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Asit Som Pruthi has 2 locationsVantage Eye Center
622 Abbott StSalinas, CA 93901 Tel: (831) 771-3900
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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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 36 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 59 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, English |
| Salinas , CA | San Jose , CA | Salinas , CA | Salinas , CA |
| Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University | Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Asit Som Pruthi has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Asit Som Pruthi has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
Dr. Asit Som Pruthi 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 Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine in 1990.
NPI Number
Dr. Pruthi's NPI number is 1770580375.
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