Summary

Dr. Matthew Kirk is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in treating cataracts and dry eye conditions. They earned their medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed residency training at the United States Naval Medical Center. With 26 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Kirk brings extensive knowledge to their practice. They are fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kirk practices at Eye Care of San Diego in La Jolla, California, and maintains hospital privileges at East Campus Medical Center at UC San Diego Health. Their clinical focus includes treating cataracts, dry eyes, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca. They perform cataract surgery and provide comprehensive eye examinations for patients seeking routine and specialized eye care. Patients have given Dr. Kirk an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 26 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 36 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Eye Care of San Diego

9834 Genesee Ave Ste 200La Jolla, CA 92037
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.7 
26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
La Jolla , CANational City , CANational City , CAEl Centro , CA
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD Med School: Indiana University School of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Matthew R. Kirk

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Matthew R. Kirk has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Matthew R. Kirk has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Matthew R. Kirk 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 United States Naval Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Matthew R. Kirk's NPI number is 1598803066.

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Is Matthew Kirk accepting new patients?
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What languages does Matthew Kirk speak?
Matthew Kirk speaks English and Spanish.
Does Matthew Kirk accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Matthew Kirk affiliated with?
Matthew Kirk is affiliated with East Campus Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health.
Where is Matthew Kirk's office located?
Matthew Kirk's office is located at 9834 Genesee Ave Ste 200, La Jolla, CA, 92037.

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