The 20 Best Nearsightedness Doctors Near Me in poway, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 42 doctor with experience in Nearsightedness near poway, CA. Of these, 39 are Experienced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Arch Health Partners

    15611 Pomerado Rd # 1, 
    Poway, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Lozier is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Poway, California. Dr. Lozier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, Glaucoma, and Entropion. Dr. Lozier is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Retina Consultants San Diego Inc.

    12630 Monte Vista Rd, 
    Poway, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Ammar is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Poway, California. Dr. Ammar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ann Quan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Quan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Optic Atrophy Type 1, Trabeculectomy, and Vitrectomy.

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    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Referral may be required

    Gordon-Weiss-Schanzlin Vision Institute

    8910 University Center Ln Ste 800, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Schallhorn is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Schallhorn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nearsightedness, Cataract, Astigmatism, Presbyopia, and Cataract Removal.

    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

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

    Robert Weinreb is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Weinreb is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. 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.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Advanced Eye & Laser Center Of California Inc.

    10737 Camino Ruiz Ste 100, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Huynh is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Allergic Conjunctivitis. Dr. Huynh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Referral may be required

    Eye Specialists Of California Medical Group

    1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 301, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elizabeth Hofmeister is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Hofmeister is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nearsightedness, Meibomianitis, Astigmatism, and Glaucoma. Dr. Hofmeister is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    North County Eye Center Inc.

    225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lorne Kapner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Kapner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Kapner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    North County Eye Center Inc.

    225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Le is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Le is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

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

    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 Nearsightedness. 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.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    7877 Parkway Dr, Suite 100, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lee Katzman practices practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Katzman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coloboma of Optic Papilla, Coloboma of Optic Nerve, Cataract, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Katzman is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Barry Katzman M.D. Inc. APC

    6945 El Cajon Blvd, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarjan Patel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Pinguecula, and Glaucoma. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Motwani Lasik Institute

    4520 Executive Dr Ste 230, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manoj Motwani is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Motwani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astigmatism, Keratoconus, and Nearsightedness.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    California Fertility Experts

    4910 Directors Pl Ste 150, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Tanzer is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Tanzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His clinical expertise encompasses Nearsightedness.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Pacific Eye Institute A Medical Group Inc.

    5330 Carroll Canyon Rd Ste 210, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Padma Nanduri is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Nanduri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Afsaneh Amini O.D. A Professional Optometric Corporation

    1118 W Valley Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Medi Eslani is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Eslani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Interstitial Keratitis, Blepharitis, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

    3811 Valley Centre Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Ostrow is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Ostrow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, and Amblyopia.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Barry Katzman M.D. Inc. APC

    450 Fletcher Pkwy Ste 112, 
    El Cajon, CA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Tailun Zhao is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in El Cajon, California. Dr. Zhao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Usher Syndrome Type 2A, Usher Syndrome, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Zhao is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Vincent Q. Nguyen M.D. Inc.

    7695 Cardinal Ct Ste 100, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fane Robinson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Robinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Retinal Vein Occlusion.

    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    9415 Campus Point Dr, Mc0946, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kang Zhang is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 poway, 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 poway, 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 poway, 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 poway, 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 poway, 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 poway, 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 poway, 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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