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    MediFind found 64 doctor with experience in Nearsightedness near Oakland, CA. Of these, 57 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    64 providers found
      Advanced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      Bay Area Retina Associates Medical Group

      491 30th St, Suite 102, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin

      Tuow Ting is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Ting is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

      Advanced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      East Bay Retina Consultants A Medical Group Inc

      3300 Telegraph Ave, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Cantonese, German, Mandarin

      Eugene Lit is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Lit is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Neuroretinitis.

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      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      345 9th St, Suite 204, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sophia Chen is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pterygium, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

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      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      Eye Physicians Of The East Bay Medical Corporation

      80 Grand Ave, Suite 700, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Wang is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Pinguecula, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Blepharitis.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      Eye Physicians Of The East Bay Medical Corporation

      80 Grand Ave, Suite 700, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Filipino, Spanish

      Steven Pascal is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Pascal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      Eye Physicians Of The East Bay Medical Corporation

      80 Grand Ave, Suite 700, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bahasa, Spanish

      Jane Loman is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Loman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      491 30th St, Suite 201, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Erich Horn is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Horn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Nearsightedness, Cataract, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Eyelid Bump.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      491 30th St, Suite 201, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cynthia Chiu is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Chiu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Neuroretinitis, and Allergic Conjunctivitis.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      491 30th St, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Cantonese, Mandarin

      Melanie Hom is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Hom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      491 30th St, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin, Spanish

      Jennifer De Niro is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. De Niro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      East Bay Retina Consultants A Medical Group Inc

      3300 Telegraph Ave, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German

      Daniel Brinton is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Brinton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      East Bay Retina Consultants A Medical Group Inc

      3300 Telegraph Ave, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jesse Jung is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Jung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      East Bay Retina Consultants A Medical Group Inc

      3300 Telegraph Ave, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi, German, Mandarin, Spanish

      Soraya Rofagha is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Rofagha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      Oakland Medical Center

      3772 Howe St, 2nd Floor, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Melissa Neuwelt is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Neuwelt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Neuwelt is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      491 30th St Ste 103, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Iryna Falkenstein is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Falkenstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Nearsightedness, and Cataract Removal.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology

      Ucsf Health Medical Foundation

      747 52nd St, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mary Lim is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Lim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Legius Syndrome, RASopathies, and Amblyopia.

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      2900 Telegraph Ave, 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi, Filipino

      Tara Starr is an Ophthalmologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Starr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD), and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

      Experienced in Nearsightedness
      Experienced in Nearsightedness

      Bellevue Eye Medical Center Inc

      1936 University Ave, Suite 112, 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Leonardo Dacanay is an Ophthalmologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Dacanay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Kallikrein Hypertension, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Neuroretinitis.

      Anita Agarwal
      Advanced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      1445 Bush St., 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Anita Agarwal is an Ophthalmologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Agarwal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), and Vitrectomy. Dr. Agarwal is currently accepting new patients.

      H R. Mcdonald
      Advanced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Nearsightedness
      Ophthalmology
      1445 Bush St., 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      H Mcdonald is an Ophthalmologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Mcdonald is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Mcdonald is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Nearsightedness?

      Nearsightedness is when light entering the eye is focused incorrectly. This makes distant objects appear blurred. Nearsightedness is a type of refractive error of the eye.

      If you are nearsighted, you have trouble seeing things that are far away.

      When should I see an Nearsightedness doctor near Oakland, 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 Nearsightedness doctor near Oakland, 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 Nearsightedness doctors near Oakland, 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 Nearsightedness doctors near Oakland, 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 Nearsightedness doctor near Oakland, 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 Nearsightedness doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness doctor near Oakland, 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness doctors near Oakland, CA?

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

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