473 Optometrists Found in Santa Monica, CA

We found 473 Optometrists available in Santa Monica, CA with an average 4 stars across 174 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 152 Optometrists listed are accepting new patients and 115 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MD

Ophthalmology
Spent time with me
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
West Hollywood, CA
Dr. Arthur Benjamin is a Los Angeles ophthalmologist with 29 years of experience and more than 30,000 surgeries performed. View Profile

Dr. Negar Gharib, OD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Encino, CA9.6 mi
Meet Dr. Negar B. Gharib, OD: Personalized Eye Care and Vision WellnessDr. Negar B. View Profile

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Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MD

Ophthalmology
Spent time with me
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
West Hollywood, CA
Dr. Arthur Benjamin is a Los Angeles ophthalmologist with 29 years of experience and more than 30,000 surgeries performed. View Profile

Dr. John W Elman, OD

Optometry
58 years exp
Santa Monica, CA0.4 mi
Dr. John W Elman, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. He has 58 years of experience. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Mark S Weintraub, OD

Optometry
46 years exp
Santa Monica, CA0.7 mi
Dr. Mark S Weintraub, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. He has 46 years of experience. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Christina Asal Moghadam, OD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.7 mi
Dr. Christina Asal Moghadam, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Encino, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Ross J Somers, OD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA0.7 mi
Dr. Ross J Somers, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Michelle Anne Holmes, OD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.8 mi
Dr. Michelle Anne Holmes, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Santa Monica, CA and Santa Monica, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Maylin Gonzalez, OD

Optometry
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.8 mi
Dr. Maylin Gonzalez, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. She has 21 years of experience. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Christopher C. Lo, MD

Optometry
13 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Christopher C. Lo, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Pasadena, CA and Santa Monica, CA. He has 13 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Irina Yakubin, OD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA1.2 mi
Dr. Irina Yakubin, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in West Hollywood, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Michael Lee Baker, MD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA0.8 mi
"Every Dr. should be as thorough as Dr Baker. Kind , patient and very qualified . It was a delight to be seen by him." View Profile

Dr. Maiya Renee Miller

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
"Dr. Maiya Cooper exceeds my expectations every time I have an appointment with her. She went above and beyond the call of duty to get my complicated perscription percise." View Profile

Dr. King Y Wong, MD

Optometry
SANTA MONICA, CA0.2 mi
Dr. King Y Wong, MD is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA MONICA, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Dianna Kattengell

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA0.4 mi
Dr. Dianna Kattengell is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Amanda Wels Hikin, MD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Amanda Wels Hikin, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Timothy Wayne Shannon, MD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Timothy Wayne Shannon, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Vipal Dinesh Gandhi, MD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Vipal Dinesh Gandhi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Lynn Watt Kurata, MD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Lynn Watt Kurata, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Chien-Yu Chiu, OD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA0.6 mi
Dr. Chien-Yu Chiu, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Santa Monica, CA and Pacific Palisades, CA. View Profile

Dr. Leslie Miller, OD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA0.6 mi
Dr. Leslie Miller, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Inna Kreydin, OD

Optometry
SANTA MONICA, CA0.6 mi
Dr. Inna Kreydin, OD is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA MONICA, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Douglas Evan Levy

Optometry
SANTA MONICA, CA0.6 mi
Dr. Douglas Evan Levy is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA MONICA, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Barry Joel Cohen, OD

Optometry
48 years exp
SANTA MONICA, CA0.6 mi
Dr. Barry Joel Cohen, OD is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA MONICA, CA. He has 48 years of experience. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Madhu E Chawla, OD

Optometry
29 years exp
SANTA MONICA, CA0.7 mi
Dr. Madhu E Chawla, OD is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA MONICA, CA, with another office in SANTA MONICA, CA. She has 29 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Chauloan Long Lu

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
SANTA MONICA, CA0.7 mi
Dr. Chauloan Long Lu is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA MONICA, CA, with another office in SANTA MONICA, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Paul Reinbolt

Optometry
SANTA MONICA, CA0.8 mi
Dr. Paul Reinbolt is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA MONICA, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Donald Ferro, OD

Optometry
41 years exp
Santa Monica, CA0.8 mi
Dr. Donald Ferro, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. He has 41 years of experience. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Eric Drew Yoshinaga

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.8 mi
Dr. Eric Drew Yoshinaga is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Melissa Wang Chun, MD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.8 mi
Dr. Melissa Wang Chun, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Shahrokh Dayyani, OD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA0.8 mi
Dr. Shahrokh Dayyani, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Cory Gene Preston, MD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Cory Gene Preston, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Culver City, CA and Santa Monica, CA. View Profile

Dr. Grace Marie Meram, OD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Grace Marie Meram, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Santa Monica, CA and Downey, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Kristen L Kaneko, OD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Kristen L Kaneko, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Elham Zarabian

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Elham Zarabian is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Monique Nadine Fah, OD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Monique Nadine Fah, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Mark Emmanuel Lao Landig

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Mark Emmanuel Lao Landig is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Los Angeles, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Milton Mitsuyoshi Tari, OD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Milton Mitsuyoshi Tari, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Palmdale, CA and Santa Monica, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Sarah Young Chung, OD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Sarah Young Chung, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Santa Monica, CA and Los Angeles, CA. View Profile

Dr. Lindsay R Harris, MD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Lindsay R Harris, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Lindsay R Harris

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. Lindsay R Harris is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Their specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. John E May

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. John E May is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Their specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. John Eugene May, MD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA0.9 mi
Dr. John Eugene May, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Sarah K Ito, OD

Optometry
33 years exp
Santa Monica, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Sarah K Ito, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. She has 33 years of experience. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Mitsuaki David Kato, OD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA1.0 mi
Dr. Mitsuaki David Kato, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Santa Monica, CA and Marina del Rey, CA. View Profile

Dr. Michele S Dominick

Optometry
SANTA MONICA, CA1.1 mi
Dr. Michele S Dominick is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA MONICA, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Martin H Kanter

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA1.1 mi
Dr. Martin H Kanter is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Roya Manavi-Makhani, OD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA1.1 mi
Dr. Roya Manavi-Makhani, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Robert C Dickey, OD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA1.2 mi
Dr. Robert C Dickey, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Margaret Lily Lai, OD

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA1.4 mi
Dr. Margaret Lily Lai, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Terri Fichman Stibel

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA1.4 mi
Dr. Terri Fichman Stibel is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Donna Huei-Ju Cooper

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA1.4 mi
Dr. Donna Huei-Ju Cooper is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. John William Stibel

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA1.4 mi
Dr. John William Stibel is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Trung V Nguyen, MD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA1.5 mi
Dr. Trung V Nguyen, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. Their specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Steven Kastenbaum, OD

Optometry
54 years exp
Santa Monica, CA1.5 mi
Dr. Steven Kastenbaum, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. He has 54 years of experience. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Bill T Takeshita

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA1.5 mi
Dr. Bill T Takeshita is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Jimmy R Cheng

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA1.5 mi
Dr. Jimmy R Cheng is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Randy Taketa, OD

Optometry
38 years exp
Santa Monica, CA1.5 mi
Dr. Randy Taketa, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. He has 38 years of experience. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Trang Van Thi Nguyen, OD

Optometry
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA1.5 mi
Dr. Trang Van Thi Nguyen, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. Her specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Richard L Silver, OD

Optometry
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA1.5 mi
Dr. Richard L Silver, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Sherman Oaks, CA. He has 47 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Eric Y Ericson

Optometry
Santa Monica, CA1.5 mi
Dr. Eric Y Ericson is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

Dr. Bijan Cohenmehr, OD

Optometry
40 years exp
Santa Monica, CA1.6 mi
Dr. Bijan Cohenmehr, OD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. He has 40 years of experience. His specialties include Optometry. View Profile

What is an Optometrist and How Can They Help You?

An optometrist provides primary vision care including eye examinations, vision assessment, and optical prescriptions. Optometrists detect eye diseases, manage certain ocular conditions, and prescribe corrective eyewear.

Optometrists complete undergraduate education followed by a four-year OD program covering visual science, ocular pathology, and clinical care. After board certification, some pursue residency training in pediatric vision, low vision rehabilitation, or other specialties.

An Optometrist's clinical services include:

  • Emphasizes visual function, ocular health, and the optical system
  • Performs complete visual assessments, evaluates ocular and visual function, prescribes corrective lenses, identifies eye pathology
  • Manages refractive disorders (myopia, hyperopia), ocular surface disease, elevated intraocular pressure, lens opacities, and diabetic ocular complications
  • Provides optical correction (eyeglasses, contact lenses), medicated eye drops, vision rehabilitation, and ophthalmology referrals
  • Known as: OD, eye care provider, vision specialist

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for an Optometrist in Santa Monica who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Optometrists in Santa Monica who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Optometrists in Santa Monica who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Optometrists providing telehealth services in Santa Monica. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Optometrists in Santa Monica?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Optometrists, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with an Optometrist in Santa Monica?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Santa Monica. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Optometrists in Santa Monica have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Santa Monica. This helps you find an Optometrist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Optometrists in Santa Monica without calling?
Search for Optometrists who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate an Optometrist in Santa Monica with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Optometrists in Santa Monica. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with an Optometrist in Santa Monica?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Optometrist.
How can I locate an Optometrist in Santa Monica who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Optometrists. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for an Optometrist in Santa Monica who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Optometrists practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Optometrists who work there.

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