Dr. Lisa S. Baloian, OD | Santa Cruz, CA | Optometrist

.about .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr. Baloian works in Santa Cruz, CA and specializes in Optometry.

5

18 Ratings
9 insurance plans accepted
18 written reviews
1 specialty
2 areas of expertise
1 office location
Female

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

Based on patient feedback. Read the reviews

Dr. Baloian's Ratings and Reviews

5

18 Ratings with 18 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 17 Minutes

How was your appointment with
Dr. Baloian?

Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Staff was courteous: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)

18 ratings & reviews

Sort:

Showing 1 to 10 of 18 reviews

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr Lisa was very clear on directions and explaining things as she tested me. She was very friendly and professional!

June 23rd, 2026

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

SHE WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! She took her time and was truly a light/joy to be around! 1000 percent would recommend!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

Needs Improvement

May 19th, 2026

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

She is very professional, explaining what I needed to know. This was my first visit… it went very well.

April 30th, 2026

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr. Baloian was great! Very attentive and thorough. Wanted to ensure we had everything we needed. Answered all of our questions.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

April 1st, 2026

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Lisa was the light of my day. Welcoming and comforting to help me understand my vision and find a solution to seeing more clearly. An amazing person who is full of wisdom that made me feel taken care of and all knowing I was at the right place. Sierra Eye Group had kind people and I highly recommend them to help your vision needs. I can see clearly now the rain is gone.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 24th, 2026

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

She was great at making me though the eye test

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 2nd, 2026

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Very pleasant experience, high tech equipment, and a highly competent doctor, friendly as well. I got right in at my appointment time, and choosing my frames afterwards was a good experience as well.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 10th, 2026

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

My grandfather went and did not speak English but he had such great care he wanted to share that he had a great experience. The doctor is really kind and profesional.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 5th, 2025

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

She is very thorough in her examination. She explains everything to ensure you understand from start to finish . She has a contagious laugh that puts you at ease . She truly cares for her patients

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 31st, 2025

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Quick, thorough, friendly, informative—happy with my visit

October 20th, 2025

Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian

804 41st AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062


Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian, OD	Dr. Roshni Shah, OD	Dr. Thao Jacqueline Thi Mai	Dr. James Vincent Pietrantonio
Optometry	Optometry	Optometry	Optometry
	Accepts New Patients
5 (18 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
			33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English
Santa Cruz , CA	SARATOGA , CA	San Jose , CA	Los Gatos , CA
			Med School: University Of Houston - College Of Optometry
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

Search for your insurance and plan

Accepts Medicaid
Cigna
Health Net - HMO
Humana
Humana - HMO
Medicare
Medicare - Medicaid
Medicare - Medicare
Triwest Healthcare Alliance
UnitedHealthcare

Optometry

Eye Exam
Vision Therapy

Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Optometry with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

NPI Number

Dr. Baloian's NPI number is 1346297322.

Dr. Lori Defelice Steyn
Optometry
33 Years Exp | Carson City, NV
(0)
Dr. Lisa Anne Slavit
Optometry
| Los Gatos, CA
(0)
Dr. Gigi Hsiao
Optometry
| Cupertino, CA
(0)
Dr. Daniel Ming Shen
Optometry
37 Years Exp | Santa Cruz, CA
(0)
Dr. Mary Ann C Shui
Optometry
25 Years Exp | San Jose, CA
(0)
Dr. Francis E Kuo
Optometry
40 Years Exp | Santa Cruz, CA
(0)
Dr. Linda Hsiao-Lin Kuo
Optometry
| San Jose, CA
(0)
Dr. Gilbert Jesus Ruiz
Optometry
| Campbell, CA
(0)
Dr. James Yao
Optometry
| Campbell, CA
(0)
Dr. Raymond Noboru Umeda
Optometry
45 Years Exp | Campbell, CA
(0)

Does Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian accepting new patients?: Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian's office located?: Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian's office is located at 804 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian?: You can find contact information for Dr. Lisa Strand Baloian here on Vitals.

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.

Copyright © 2026 Vitals Consumer Services, LLC. US Patent No. 8, 694, 441. All Rights Reserved.
As more fully set forth in this website's terms of use . (1) nothing contained on or offered by or through this website should be construed as medical advice and should not be relied upon for medical diagnosis or treatment. Vitals Consumer Services, LLC ("Vitals"). the provider of this website, does not recommend or endorse any particular healthcare provider whose information or ratings appear on this website; and (2) Vitals has granted you a limited license to access and use this website for your own noncommercial use. You are not permitted to copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, mirror, frame, scrape, extract, wrap, create derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble any part or aspect of this website.