The 20 Best Pterygium Doctors Near Me in long beach, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 111 doctor with experience in Pterygium near long beach, CA. Of these, 71 are Experienced, 31 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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

    Coastal Vision Medical Group

    709 E Anaheim St, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dan Tran is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Tran is rated as an Advanced 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 Cataract, Pterygium, Glaucoma, and Interstitial Keratitis. Dr. Tran is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Tran is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Azul Vision Inc.

    2600 Redondo Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Myles Brookman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Brookman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Meibomianitis, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Brookman is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology. Dr. Brookman is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Eye Treatment Center

    3900 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Irene Sasaki is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Sasaki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Neuroretinitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Cataract. Dr. Sasaki is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Sasaki is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Eye Treatment Center

    3900 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Audrey Mok is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Mok is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Glaucoma, and Cataract. Dr. Mok is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Mok is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Donald N. Schwartz M.D. A Medical Corp

    2650 Elm Ave Ste 108, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Donald Schwartz is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Cataract, Eyelid Bump, and Interstitial Keratitis. Dr. Schwartz is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Alice Song, MD

    2888 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alice Song is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Song is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Blocked Tear Duct, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Song is board certified in American Board Ophthalmology.

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

    Harshad P. Patel, MD Private Practice

    2865 Atlantic Ave, Ste 109, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Harshad Patel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced 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 Amblyopia, Strabismus, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, and Chalazion. Dr. Patel is board certified in Ophthalmology and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Azul Vision

    2880 Atlantic Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Darren Knight is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Knight is rated as an Experienced 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 Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Cataract, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Knight is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Knight is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Eye Treatment Center An Inc. Medical Group Inc.

    3900 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shalu Gupta is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy, Pterygium, and Glaucoma.

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

    Eye Treatment Center An Inc. Medical Group Inc.

    3900 Long Beach Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Ling Bei is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Bei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Neuroretinitis. Dr. Bei is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Katherine M. Tanaka M.D. Inc.

    5512 E Britton Dr Ste 200, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Tanaka is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Tanaka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Entropion, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

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

    Hertzog Eye Associates A Medical Corp.

    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hans Hertzog is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Hertzog is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Dry Eye Syndrome.

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

    Hertzog Eye Associates A Medical Corp.

    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leif Hertzog is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Hertzog is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Amblyopia, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

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

    Quantum Eye Group, Inc

    1945 Palo Verde Ave, Ste 210, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ravi Menghani is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Menghani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Interstitial Keratitis, Pterygium, and Glaucoma. Dr. Menghani is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Century Eye Care Medical Center

    4477 W 118th St, Ste 101, 
    Hawthorne, CA 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Mehrdad Aghai is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Hawthorne, California. Dr. Aghai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy, Pterygium, Cataract, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Aghai is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Aghai is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Eye Physicians Of Long Beach

    1661 Golden Rain Rd, 
    Seal Beach, CA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Carlos Martinez is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Seal Beach, California. Dr. Martinez 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, Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Martinez is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Eye Physicians Of Long Beach

    1661 Golden Rain Rd, 
    Seal Beach, CA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Lars Hertzog is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Seal Beach, California. Dr. Hertzog is rated as an Advanced 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 Cataract, Glaucoma, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Hertzog is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Hertzog is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Lakewood Eye Physicians

    3300 E South St, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Kate Xie is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Xie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Meibomianitis, Cataract, and Pterygium. Dr. Xie is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Xie is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Lakewood Eye Physicians

    3300 E South St, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Larry Pasquali is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Pasquali is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Uveitis. Dr. Pasquali is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Pasquali is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Lakewood Eye Physicians

    3300 E South St, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Allison Jarstad is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Jarstad 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, Dry Eye Syndrome, Vitrectomy, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Jarstad is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Jarstad 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 long beach, 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 long beach, 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 long beach, 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 long beach, 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 long beach, 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 long beach, 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 long beach, 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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