The 20 Best Blocked Tear Duct Doctors Near Me in downey, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 70 doctor with experience in Blocked Tear Duct near downey, CA. Of these, 52 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
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    Thomas B Choi MD Professional Corporation

    11480 Brookshire Ave, 
    Downey, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Choi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Downey, California. Dr. Choi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Choi is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Andrew Choy MD Corp

    4401 Atlantic Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Clark is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Clark is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Amblyopia. Dr. Clark is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Referral may be required
    3950 Long Beach Blvd, Suite 200, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Brenner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Brenner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blocked Tear Duct, Neurotrophic Keratitis, Hyphema, and Interstitial Keratitis.

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    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Shammas Eye Medical Center

    8409 Florence Ave, 
    Downey, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Hanna Shammas is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Downey, California. Dr. Shammas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Presbyopia, Diabetic Retinopathy, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma. Dr. Shammas is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Shammas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Foundation Health Plan

    9449 Imperial Hwy, 
    Downey, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Dumars is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Downey, California. Dr. Dumars is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis, and Epicanthal Folds.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Referral may be required

    Arthur Edelstein MD A Professional Corporation

    3737 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 
    Lynwood, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Arthur Edelstein is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lynwood, California. Dr. Edelstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Interstitial Keratitis, Pterygium, and Cataract. Dr. Edelstein is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Edelstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Foothill Eyecare Services

    229 E Beverly Blvd, 
    Montebello, CA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Qui Vu is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Montebello, California. Dr. Vu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Pinguecula. Dr. Vu is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Louis T Bascoy M.D. Inc.

    4560 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Pesheva is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Pesheva is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Epicanthal Folds, Chalazion, and Fourth Cranial Nerve Palsy.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Eye Treatment Center

    3900 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Audrey Mok is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Mok is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Glaucoma, and Cataract. Dr. Mok is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Mok is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    County Of Los Angeles Auditor Controller

    2051 Marengo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jessica Chang is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Entropion, and Eyelid Bump.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Referral may be required

    Keck Hospital Of USC

    1500 San Pablo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Angeline Nguyen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Esotropia, and Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Veronique Jotterand, MD, A Medical Corp.

    2865 Atlantic Ave, Ste 109, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Veronique Jotterand is an Ophthalmologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Jotterand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Epicanthal Folds, and Esotropia. Dr. Jotterand is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Jotterand is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Alice Song, MD

    2888 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alice Song is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Song is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Blocked Tear Duct, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Song is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Azul Vision

    229 E Beverly Blvd, 
    Montebello, CA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Janet Kim is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Montebello, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Kim is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Referral may be required

    Lakewood Eye Physicians

    3300 E South St, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Theodore Pasquali is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Pasquali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Meibomianitis, and Chalazion. Dr. Pasquali is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Pasquali is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Lakewood Eye Physicians And Surgeons

    3300 E South St, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Carl Hartman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Hartman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Usher Syndrome, and Cone-Rod Dystrophy. Dr. Hartman is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Hartman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Lakewood Eye Physicians

    3300 E South St, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Larry Pasquali is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Pasquali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Uveitis. Dr. Pasquali is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Pasquali is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Lakewood Eye Physicians

    3300 E South St, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    John Ling is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Ling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Ling is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ling is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Referral may be required

    Office

    5750 Downey Ave Ste 101, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Flowers is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Flowers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Scleritis, Cataract, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    County Of Los Angeles

    1670 E 120th St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barbara Yates is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Yates is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Papilledema, Amblyopia, and Optic Neuritis.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Blocked Tear Duct?

    A blocked tear duct is a partial or complete blockage in the pathway that carries tears from the surface of the eye into the nose.

    When should I see a Blocked Tear Duct doctor near downey, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Blocked Tear Duct doctor near downey, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Blocked Tear Duct doctors near downey, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Blocked Tear Duct doctors near downey, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Blocked Tear Duct doctor near downey, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Blocked Tear Duct doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Blocked Tear Duct doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Blocked Tear Duct doctor near downey, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Blocked Tear Duct doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Blocked Tear Duct doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Blocked Tear Duct doctors near downey, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Blocked Tear Duct doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Blocked Tear Duct doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Blocked Tear Duct doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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