The 20 Best Pterygium Doctors Near Me in el monte, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 183 doctor with experience in Pterygium near el monte, CA. Of these, 113 are Experienced, 57 are Advanced and 13 are Distinguished.

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183 providers found
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    California Eye Care Managed Eye Care Specialists, A Medical Group Inc.

    13177 Ramona Blvd, 
    Irwindale, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Khaled Tawansy is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Irwindale, California. Dr. Tawansy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Tawansy is board certified in Ophthalmology and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Tawansy is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Mayflower Medical Group Inc.

    11436 Garvey Ave, 
    El Monte, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shelly Bagai-Lapsi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in El Monte, California. Dr. Bagai-Lapsi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scleritis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Bagai-Lapsi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Linda Vu MD A Medical Corp

    511 E Garvey Ave Ste 201, 
    Monterey Park, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Bach Linda-Vu is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Monterey Park, California. Dr. Linda-Vu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Meibomianitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Linda-Vu is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1013 S Garfield Ave Ste B, 
    Alhambra, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Choy is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Alhambra, California. Dr. Choy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Pterygium, and Cataract.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Puente Hills Eye Care Center Inc

    1850 S Azusa Ave, Suite 107, 
    Hacienda Hts, CA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Garlan Lo is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Hacienda Hts, California. Dr. Lo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    De La Pena Eye Clinic

    2446 W Whittier Blvd, 
    Montebello, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Alejandra Uchio is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Montebello, California. Dr. Uchio is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Interstitial Keratitis. Dr. Uchio is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology. Dr. Uchio is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    De La Pena Eye Clinic

    2446 W Whittier Blvd, 
    Montebello, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Benjamin Mandel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Montebello, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Mandel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, and Cataract. Dr. Mandel is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology. Dr. Mandel is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Retina Institute Of California Medical Group

    100 E California Blvd, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Reid Wainess is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Wainess is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Pterygium, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma. Dr. Wainess is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology. Dr. Wainess is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Paul Urrea MD Mph Inc

    4560 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Urrea is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Urrea is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, and Pterygium. Dr. Urrea is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Urrea is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente Irwindale Medical Offices

    12761 Schabarum Ave, 
    Irwindale, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bobbie Jahan-Parwar is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Irwindale, California. Dr. Jahan-Parwar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, and Pterygium. Dr. Jahan-Parwar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Kaier Permanente Irwindale Medical Offices - Ophthalmology Department

    12761 Schabarum Ave, 
    Irwindale, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peng Lei is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Irwindale, California. Dr. Lei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Pterygium. Dr. Lei is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente Irwindale Medical Offices - Ophthalmology Department

    12761 Schabarum Ave, 
    Irwindale, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Savina Low is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Irwindale, California. Dr. Low is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Bump, Meibomianitis, Cataract, and Blepharitis. Dr. Low is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Laserpro Skin And Cosmetic Surgery Inc

    9428 Valley Blvd Ste 201, 
    Rosemead, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elson Lai is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Rosemead, California. Dr. Lai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Pterygium. Dr. Lai is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Stephen G Bornfeld OD Inc

    622 W Duarte Rd Ste 101, 
    Arcadia, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hugo Hsu is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Arcadia, California. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Amebiasis, Cloudy Cornea, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Irwindale Medical Offices

    12761 Schabarum Avenue, 
    Irwindale, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Soma Agarwal is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Irwindale, California. Dr. Agarwal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperferritinemia-Cataract Syndrome, Cataract, Keratoconus, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Agarwal is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Foothill Surgery Center

    255 E Santa Clara St Ste 110, 
    Arcadia, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Weise is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Arcadia, California. Dr. Weise is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Glaucoma, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Weise is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    San Gabriel Retina PC

    416 W Las Tunas Dr, 
    San Gabriel, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Yi Jiang is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Gabriel, California. Dr. Jiang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Jiang is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Retina Institute Of California Medical Group

    17833 Colima Rd, 
    City Of Industry, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Spanish, Taiwanese
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Chen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in City Of Industry, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Chen is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    University Eye Care Physicians

    15141 Whittier Blvd, Suite 480, Suite 480, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Phuc Le is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Whittier, California. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Glaucoma, and Cataract.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    California Eye Care Managed Eye Care Specialists, A Medical Group Inc.

    1135 S Sunset Ave, 
    West Covina, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicole Fuerst is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Covina, California. Dr. Fuerst is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Blepharitis. Dr. Fuerst is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Fuerst is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 el monte, 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 el monte, 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 el monte, 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 el monte, 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 el monte, 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 el monte, 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 el monte, 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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