Summary

Dr. John Cotter treats glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and posterior capsule opacity, and performs cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, and ICL procedures. He practices ophthalmology and has 54 years of experience, and is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center.

Dr. Cotter completed his residency at the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and received his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. He sees patients in San Luis Obispo, California, and speaks Korean and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cotter 4.76 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 54 years of experience
  • speaks Korean, Spanish
  • University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine
  • 9 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

ADV Vision, San Luis Obispo

835 Aerovista Park #110San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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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John B. CotterDr. Maan Aziz Nasir, MDDr. Justin Blake Hellman, MDDr. Harvey E Billig III, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.7 
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54 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 58 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Korean, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
San Luis Obispo , CAOxnard , CASan Luis Obispo , CATempleton , CA
Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John B. Cotter

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Medical Specialties

John B. Cotter has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

John B. Cotter has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

John B. Cotter 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 University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1972.

NPI Number

John B. Cotter's NPI number is 1124021746.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is John Cotter affiliated with?
John Cotter is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with John Cotter?
You can find contact information for John Cotter here on Vitals.
Does John Cotter accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that John Cotter accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does John Cotter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
John Cotter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is John Cotter accepting new patients?
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