The 20 Best Glaucoma Doctors Near Me in La Jolla, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 107 doctor with experience in Glaucoma near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 61 are Experienced, 35 are Advanced, 8 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Glaucoma

    Dr. Robert N. Weinreb
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Glaucoma

    Dr. Robert N. Weinreb
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    858-534-6290
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Robert Weinreb is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Weinreb is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Iridectomy.

    Elite in Glaucoma
    Elite in Glaucoma
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    858-534-6290
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Girkin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Girkin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Girkin is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Glaucoma

    Dr. Sally L. Baxter
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Glaucoma

    Dr. Sally L. Baxter
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of California

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    858-657-7000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sally Baxter is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Baxter is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.

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    Distinguished in Glaucoma

    Dr. Michael Goldbaum
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Glaucoma

    Dr. Michael Goldbaum
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    858-534-6290
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Michael Goldbaum is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Goldbaum is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Melanoma of the Eye, Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy.

    Distinguished in Glaucoma

    Dr. Derek S. Welsbie
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Glaucoma

    Dr. Derek S. Welsbie
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    858-249-6753
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Derek Welsbie is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Welsbie is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Traumatic Brain Injury, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, and Trabeculectomy.

    Distinguished in Glaucoma
    Distinguished in Glaucoma
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    800-765-2737
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Cristiana Vasile is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Vasile is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Glaucoma

    Dr. Quang H. Nguyen
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Glaucoma

    Dr. Quang H. Nguyen
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    858-299-2984
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Quang Nguyen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Renata Ochabski
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Renata Ochabski
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Eye MD Of La Jolla APC

    7334 Girard Ave Ste 202, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    858-459-8224
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Renata Ochabski is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Ochabski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Glaucoma
    Advanced in Glaucoma
    Referral may be required

    Paul E Michelson MD Inc

    9834 Genesee Ave Ste 200, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    858-457-3050
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    David Michelson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Michelson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Tomas M. Grippo
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Tomas M. Grippo
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    917-679-7782
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tomas Grippo is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Grippo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, Cataract, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, and Trabeculectomy.

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Jeffrey E. Lee
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Jeffrey E. Lee
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    858-534-8858
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jeffrey Lee is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Manuel Puig
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Manuel Puig
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    619-696-1200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Manuel Puig is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Puig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Pterygium.

    Advanced in Glaucoma
    Advanced in Glaucoma
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    858-534-1621
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sasan Moghimi-Araghi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Moghimi-Araghi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Weldon W. Haw
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Weldon W. Haw
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    858-534-6290
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Weldon Haw is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Haw is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Pterygium, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Cataract Removal.

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Kyle A. Bolo
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Kyle A. Bolo
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    858-534-8824
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Kyle Bolo is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Bolo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Diabetic Retinopathy, Vitrectomy, and Iridectomy.

    Experienced in Glaucoma
    Experienced in Glaucoma
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    858-534-6290
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    William Freeman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Freeman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), and Vitrectomy.

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Shervin Alborzian
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Shervin Alborzian
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Shervin Alborzain MD PC

    9834 Genesee Ave Ste 209, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    858-457-2220
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Shervin Alborzian is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Alborzian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Reuben T. Yoo
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Reuben T. Yoo
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    858-299-2984
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Reuben Yoo is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Yoo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Amblyopia.

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Dana C. Chan
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Dana C. Chan
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    858-299-2984
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances

    Dana Chan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Chan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Peter J. Krall
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Glaucoma

    Dr. Peter J. Krall
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    858-299-2984
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Krall is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Krall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glaucoma. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Pterygium.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Glaucoma?

    Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve. This nerve sends the images you see to your brain.

    Most often, optic nerve damage is caused by increased pressure in the eye. This is called intraocular pressure.

    When should I see a Glaucoma doctor near La Jolla, 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 Glaucoma doctor near La Jolla, 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 do I find the best Glaucoma doctor near La Jolla, CA?

    You can find a Glaucoma doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Glaucoma doctors near La Jolla, 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 Glaucoma doctors near La Jolla, 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 Glaucoma doctor near La Jolla, 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 Glaucoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Glaucoma 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 Glaucoma doctor near La Jolla, 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 Glaucoma 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 Glaucoma 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 Glaucoma doctors near La Jolla, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Glaucoma 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 Glaucoma doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Glaucoma 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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