Dr. Brian Alva, OD | Upland, CA | Optometry

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Dr. Brian Alva is a leading provider of ocular medical care at the Pacific Eye Institute. He has provided a high level of primary eye care throughout the Inland Empire and looks forward to assisting you with ocular disease management, cosmetic and specialty contact lens fitting, emergency eye care, and post-surgical care. Dr. Alva is a member of the American Optometric and California Optometric Association, San Gabriel Optometric Society, Scleral lens Society, the Fellowship of Christian Optometrists, and the National Glaucoma Society.

accepting new patients
4.8

24 Ratings
10 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
Indiana University
24 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
3 areas of expertise
1 office location

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Alva's Ratings and Reviews

4.8

24 Ratings with 24 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 19 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

Patients express high satisfaction with Dr. Brian M. Alva, highlighting his thoroughness, professionalism, and approachable demeanor. Many describe him as knowledgeable and personable, feel at ease during visits, and appreciate his ability to explain medical procedures clearly. Compliments frequently mention his patient-centered approach and the time he spends addressing questions, indicating a strong comfort level with his care. However, there are no negative reviews in the dataset provided, showing an overall positive experience from the patients.

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I had a pressure check and follow-up with Dr. Alva on 3/17. It was my first time seeing this Dr. As mine had a family emergency to run to. However, I was very happy with Dr. Alva. He's a eeal cool cat.

March 18th, 2026

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Dr. Alva is an outstanding eye specialist, he's incredibly thorough, and shows a tremendous amount of concern and care for his patients.

February 14th, 2026

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I liked Dr. Alva. He explained everything throughly, was very friendly and professional.

November 7th, 2025

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I wish please with the way knocked her out explain everything and she was doing it and before so that I would understand what was being done and what the purpose of it was for he seem to be very knowledgeable and he was very kind

September 5th, 2025

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Such a wonderful bedside manner. Answered all of my questions. I look forward to seeing Dr Alva next year!

July 24th, 2025

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he was fantastic very patient orientated handled the visit extremely well and will see him in six months he is so knowledgeable and personable the best!

July 24th, 2025

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Dr Alva was very knowledge answering any question I had. Felt secure in my treatment by him.

June 21st, 2025

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Dr. Ava was great. Very knowledgible and professional. He was friendly and put me at ease right away. Hetook his time and answered any questions I had. He also anticipated most of them and practically answered them before I even asked. Never felt rushed.

April 17th, 2025

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He is excellent, very professional and understanding of my needs, My current Doctor is moving to St Diego, I definitely like to continue with Dr Alva.

April 17th, 2025

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I had a good visit, Dr. Alva was to the point and was able to tell me exactly what was happening during my visit, and what's needed to continue with my eye health.

February 8th, 2025

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Pacific Eye Insitute - Upland

555 N 13th AveUpland, CA 91786

Tel: (909) 982-8846

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

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Dr. Brian Alva, OD	Dr. Quynh Nha Tran	Dr. Brooke K Bonilla, OD	Dr. Prudence Tam
Optometry	Optometry	Optometry	Optometry
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (24 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
10 Years of Experience		8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Upland , CA	RANCHO CUCAMONGA , CA	La Habra , CA	RANCHO CUCAMONGA , CA
Med School: Indiana University
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Optometry, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Indiana UniversityGraduated in 2016

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