The 20 Best Eyelid Drooping Doctors Near Me in San Diego, CA

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The 20 Best Eyelid Drooping Doctors near San Diego, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 70 doctor with experience in Eyelid Drooping near San Diego, CA. Of these, 58 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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70 providers found
    Elite in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bobby Korn is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Korn is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Thyroid Eye Disease, and Graves Disease.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    San Diego Eyecor LLC

    3939 3rd Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Asa Morton is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Morton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Entropion, Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, and Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome.

    Elite in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Don Kikkawa is an Ophthalmologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kikkawa is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Graves Disease, and Thyroid Eye Disease.

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    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Surgery Center Of California

    835 Third Ave Ste A, 
    Chula Vista, CA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emma Mcdonnell is an Ophthalmologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Mcdonnell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. Her top areas of expertise are Eyelid Drooping, Chalazion, Ptosis, and Meibomianitis.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Sharp Healthcare

    300 Fir St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Floyd Doughty is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Doughty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Blepharitis, Eyelid Bump, and Meibomianitis.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Naval Medical Center San Diego

    34800 Bob Wilson Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eva Chou is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Chou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Eye Disease, Graves Disease, Ptosis, and Eyelid Drooping.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    San Diego Eye And Face

    3399 1st Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kellie Satterfield is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Satterfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Blepharophimosis, Blepharophimosis Syndrome, and Blocked Tear Duct.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Russell P Edwards MD APC

    3969 4th Ave Ste 301, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suzanne Handler is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Handler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. Her top areas of expertise are Astigmatism, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Nearsightedness.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Christopher Joseph Gualtieri MD APC

    3969 4th Ave Ste 300, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Gualtieri is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Gualtieri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Blocked Tear Duct, Eyelid Bump, and Chalazion.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Russell P Edwards MD APC

    3969 4th Ave Ste 301, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Couris is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Couris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Presbyopia, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    San Diego Eye Institute

    3969 4th Ave Ste 301, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Russell Edwards is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Edwards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Neurotrophic Keratitis, Uveitis, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Optic Nerve Atrophy.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Kentaro E Yamada M.D. Inc.

    1040 University Ave Ste B209A, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kentaro Yamada is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Yamada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Pterygium, Cataract, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Thao Nguyen M D Inc.

    2406 Ulric St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thao Nguyen is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pterygium, Glaucoma, and Ptosis.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    1520 E Plaza Blvd, 
    National City, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Stainer is an Ophthalmologist in National City, California. Dr. Stainer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, and Pterygium.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Precision Eye Care A Medical Corp Clinic

    655 Euclid Ave Ste 302, 
    National City, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henry Hudson is an Ophthalmologist in National City, California. Dr. Hudson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Detachment.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Kaiser Permanente Vandever Medical Offices

    4405 Vandever Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lauren Eckstein is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Eckstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. Her top areas of expertise are Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Blocked Tear Duct. Dr. Eckstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Barry Katzman M.D. Inc. APC

    6945 El Cajon Blvd, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarjan Patel is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Pinguecula, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Barry Katzman M.D. Inc. APC

    6945 El Cajon Blvd, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gitane Patel is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Entropion.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Kaiser Permanente Garfield Specialty Center

    5893 Copley Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Solomon Shaftel is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Shaftel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Entropion. Dr. Shaftel is currently accepting new patients.

    Lee Katzman
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    NVISION Eye Centers - La Mesa

    7877 Parkway Dr Ste 100, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lee Katzman is an Ophthalmologist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Katzman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His top areas of expertise are Coloboma of Optic Nerve, Coloboma of Optic Papilla, Cataract, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Eyelid Drooping?

    Eyelid drooping is excess sagging of the upper eyelid. The edge of the upper eyelid may be lower than it should be (ptosis) or there may be excess baggy skin in the upper eyelid (dermatochalasis). Eyelid drooping is often a combination of both conditions.

    The problem is also called ptosis.

    When should I see an Eyelid Drooping doctor near San Diego, 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 an Eyelid Drooping doctor near San Diego, 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 Eyelid Drooping doctors near San Diego, 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 Eyelid Drooping doctors near San Diego, 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 an Eyelid Drooping doctor near San Diego, 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 Eyelid Drooping doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Eyelid Drooping 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 an Eyelid Drooping doctor near San Diego, 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 Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping doctors near San Diego, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Eyelid Drooping 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 an Eyelid Drooping doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Eyelid Drooping 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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