The 20 Best Pterygium Doctors Near Me in San Diego, CA

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The 20 Best Pterygium Doctors near San Diego, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 87 doctor with experience in Pterygium near San Diego, CA. Of these, 54 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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87 providers found
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Russell P Edwards MD APC

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

    Kelly Keefe is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Keefe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Cogan's Syndrome, Pterygium, Yaws, and Cataract.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Pterygium, Cataract, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pterygium, Glaucoma, and Ptosis.

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    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, and Pterygium.

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Surgery Center Of California

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

    Arnett Carraby is an Ophthalmologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Carraby is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, and Kallikrein Hypertension.

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Surgery Center Of California

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

    Colin Ip is an Ophthalmologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Ip is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Interstitial Keratitis, Kallikrein Hypertension, and Cataract.

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Distinguished in Pterygium

    Surgery Center Of California

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

    George Papastergiou is an Ophthalmologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Papastergiou is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Glaucoma.

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Surgery Center Of California

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

    Mauricio Pons is an Ophthalmologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Pons is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Kallikrein Hypertension, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Surgery Center Of California

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

    Martin Rajsbaum is an Ophthalmologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Rajsbaum is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Kallikrein Hypertension, Interstitial Keratitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Pterygium.

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Surgery Center Of California

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

    Walid Abdallah is an Ophthalmologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Abdallah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Kallikrein Hypertension.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    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 Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Blepharitis, Eyelid Bump, and Meibomianitis.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown Pharmacy

    300 Fir St Fl 1, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bishoy Said is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Said is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pterygium, Cogan's Syndrome, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    L Dale Lapp M D Inc

    4060 4th Ave Ste 640, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nora Khatib is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Khatib is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    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 Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Presbyopia, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    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 Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Astigmatism, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Nearsightedness.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium

    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 Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Blocked Tear Duct, Eyelid Bump, and Chalazion.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Regents Of The University Of California

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

    Sally Baxter is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Baxter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Crown City Eye Center Medical Group

    1317 Ynez Pl Ste A, 
    Coronado, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Bigham is an Ophthalmologist in Coronado, California. Dr. Bigham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Meibomianitis.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Mosaic Eye Specialists PC

    3555 Rosecrans St Ste 107B, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adam Dao is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Dao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Entropion, Cataract, and Glaucoma.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Mosaic Eye Specialists PC

    3555 Rosecrans St Ste 107B, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Eck is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Eck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Pterygium?

    A pterygium is a noncancerous growth that starts in the clear, thin tissue (conjunctiva) of the eye. This growth covers the white part of the eye (sclera) and extends onto the cornea. It is often slightly raised and contains visible blood vessels. The problem may occur on one or both eyes.

    When should I see a Pterygium 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 a Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 a Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctors near San Diego, CA?

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

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