Summary

Dr. Bruce Mebine, OD is a skilled optometrist practicing in the San Francisco, CA area.

Dr. Mebine's practice, L. BRUCE MEBINE, O.D. & ASSOCIATES, has been providing quality eye care to San Francisco's West Portal District for almost 60 years. His goal is to provide patients with the very best optometric care in a warm and personable setting.

Patients receive a thorough vision and eye health evaluation, and the team utilize state of the art equipment, including fundus photography and retinal tomography to diagnose, manage and treat eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and glaucoma. including fundus photography and retinal tomography to diagnose, manage and treat eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and glaucoma.

Dr. Mebine fits standard and specialty contact lenses  including a range of options for patients with Kerataconus and scarred corneas. For patients who wish to slow the progression of near sightedness, he offers Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) which is a non-surgical option that treats myopia during sleep.

Dr. Mebine grew up in San Francisco in the Sunset District. He received his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Optometry degrees from the University of California at Berkeley. He took the practice over from his father, Dr. Loran Mebine, in 1969. ​Dr. Mebine has been a clinical professor at the UC Berkeley School of Optometry since 1983. ​Dr. Mebine has served as president for the San Francisco Optometric Society, the Bay Area Optometric Council and the California Optometric Association. He is currently past Chair of the Board of Directors for Vision Service Plan. Dr. Mebine was named Optometrist of the Year in 1991 by the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry and Optometrist of the Year in 1998 by the California Optometric Association.

​In his spare time Dr. Mebine enjoys his five grandchildren, fencing, photography, and sailing.

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Office Location

L Bruce Mebine OD & Associates

340 West Portal AveSan Francisco, CA 94127
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 58 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of California - Berkeley Optometry
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. L. Bruce Mebine

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • We are a VSP (vision service plan) provider and are able to bill directly to them.

Medical Specialties

Dr. L. Bruce Mebine has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. L. Bruce Mebine has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Eye Exam
  • Vision Therapy

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Optometry

Board Certification

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor of Optometry, California, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of California - Berkeley OptometryGraduated in 1968

Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. L. Bruce Mebine speak?
Dr. L. Bruce Mebine speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. L. Bruce Mebine?
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Does Dr. L. Bruce Mebine accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. L. Bruce Mebine has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. L. Bruce Mebine's office located?
Dr. L. Bruce Mebine's office is located at 340 West Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94127.
Does Dr. L. Bruce Mebine accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. L. Bruce Mebine accepts on their Vitals profile.

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