534 Results for Optometry near Santa Ana, CA

Dr. McDiarmid's Biography — Dr. John J. McDiarmid is a graduate of Stanford University and received his optometric degree from the Southern California College of Optometry. Dr. McDiarmid is an active member of the American Board of Optometry. He has received national awards for patient satisfaction. Dr. McDiarmid provides comprehensive eye examinations, individualized contact lenses and fittings, and eyeglass prescriptions. He also provides the selection of eyeglass frames and lenses. Dr. McDiarmid provides LASIK evaluations and pre and post-surgery management. He manages all types of eye health problems and emergencies. Dr. McDiarmid was drafted to play professional soccer and holds The NCAA record for the fastest goal scored. He currently coaches children’s soccer. He loves hiking and spending time in the outdoors with his family. Dr. McDiarmid is available for appointment in our Murrieta and Temecula offices Monday through Saturday. “The eye is responsible for one of our most vital senses, and I’ve always been fascinated with it. In fact, my interest in the physiology of the eye and vision is what led me to the field of optometry. The eyes can tell us a lot about our overall health. For example, conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and thyroid problems can be diagnosed at the time of an eye examination. I can’t think of anything more rewarding than providing exceptional, highly-personalized eyecare to patients of all ages. I treat my patients just like I would friends or family members, and I’ve enjoyed watching the young ones grow up and the rest grow old gracefully.”

Dr. Larson's Biography — Dr. Larson is a graduate of Brigham Young University and received his optometric degree Cum Laude from the Southern California College of Optometry. Dr. Larson completed a residency specializing in Cornea and Contact Lenses at the Southern California College of Optometry where he received training in designing and fitting contact lenses for patients with irregular corneas including keratoconus, pellucid marginal degeneration, and corneal transplant patients. Of these specialty lenses, Dr. Larson has spent numerous hours perfecting the design and fit of scleral lenses which provide improved comfort and ocular health for those patients that require rigid gas permeable lenses. Dr. Larson has received extensive training in the fitting of ocular prosthetics (prosthetic eyes) and cosmetic contact lenses. He has provided care for hundreds of patients that have had eye removal, misshapen, or scarred eyes. He finds this particular area of eye care especially rewarding as he sees his patient’s confidence restored and their lives change for the better. Dr. Larson also provides pediatric contact lenses for children of all ages. He regularly fits infants that have had cataract removals with soft contact lenses in order to encourage normal vision development. Certified in corneal refractive therapy which allows a patient to sleep in special contact lenses at night and see clearly during the following day eliminating the need to use glasses or contact lenses for daytime wear. During his time as an intern, Dr. Larson completed a clinical rotation at the Center for the Partially Sighted where he provided low vision evaluations and care for patients that are legally blind. He has received several scholarships and awards for his work with those in this special needs group. Dr. Larson has lectured at the local and national level on the topic of scleral lenses and care of patients with corneal irregularities. He has also published articles on the topics of gas permeable contact lenses and toric contact lenses for patients with astigmatism. Dr. Larson is a fellow of the Scleral Lens Education Society where he provides training and education to other practitioners on the topic of scleral lenses. He is a member of the American Academy of Optometry, American Optometric Association, and Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honors Society. In his free time Dr. Larson enjoys running, weight lifting, racquetball, and spending time with his wife and children.

Dr. Bladh's Biography — Dr. Bladh was born and raised in Southern California. He has dedicated his life to the treatment and advancement of Optometry and is always on the forefront of education and advancements in the industry.