As someone in healthcare, Dr. Nadji is fantastic. I was able to see him right away for something…read morevery urgent. He explained his treatment plan with the latest research and findings. He shared his honest concerns without worrying me. He wanted to see me quickly after treatment to make sure it was working and gave me an appointment 2 days after seeing me. He EVEN messaged me the following day to see how I was doing. I really appreciate him and recommend him to anyone needing an ophthalmologist. Front desk is fine, just make sure they take your insurance. I care more about the physician seeing me.

I had a very poor experience, starting with the technician that took me through a long battery of…read moreunnecessary tests that they did not fully know how to adminiister. They were rude and abrasive as well. When the doctor examined me, he prescribed an eye lotion from a specialty mail order pharmacy that charged almost $200 for a teeny tiny bottle that did not work properly, and, they also did not allow me to use my insurance to pay for it. After a month of trying to use it, it ultimately did nothing to fix my issue, and the whole experience has been frustrating and a complete waste of time. I'm sorry I went here.

I stopped by recently again here at the Santa Monica Eye Medical Group. I really love the glasses…read morethey provided me with the last time of my eye procedure. These men and women are wonderful professionals in my opinion. I am just speaking from experience. I would rather not name the medical candidates that work on me for their protection and reputations, but all I can say is that I am a happy man.

It's amazing office great staff doctor was wonderful and very glad I chose this facilityread more

Dr. Samimi changed my life. After being turned away by other cosmetic surgeons who considered my…read moremalar festoon eye bags too complex to treat, I found Dr. Samimi -- and the difference he has made to my appearance has been truly remarkable. He performed an in-office skin pinch, midface lift, fat grafting, and direct festoonectomy on me. What struck me most was his combination of youth, innovation, and exceptional talent. Where others saw complexity and walked away, he saw a path forward and delivered results I honestly didn't think were possible for me. I cannot recommend Dr. Samimi highly enough. If you've been told your case is too difficult or complex, don't give up -- find this doctor.

Dr. Samimi was just excellent. During my consult, he explained to me what the issue was and not…read moreonly how he planned to treat it, but why he made these choices. I was encouraged to ask questions, though I didn't really have any, because he was so thorough. On the day of my procedure, Dr. Samimi and his team were fantastic. He re-explained everything, and the procedure was quick and painless. I felt really seen and cared for.

I came in two days ago to get screened for keratoconus, and I was impressed by how incredibly…read morethorough the process was. The machines used here are very high-tech and advanced, as the data they provided was exceptionally comprehensive. Everyone at the clinic was very polite -- from the receptionist, techs, lasik consultant, optometrist, and Dr. Moarefi. The male tech did a great job guiding me through the different tests; he was also doing a good job training a female tech who was shadowing him and sounded very knowledgeable. My main concern was to determine if my eyes could be corrected to 20/20, and Dr.Moarefi had both the tech and the optometrist check my prescription to see if that would be achievable. I also wanted to get my axial length measured, so the optometrist was able to precisely measure that for me. I truly appreciated Dr.Moarefi's high attention to detail and the way that every single one of my concerns were all addressed seriously. My experience was phenomenal, and I know that I can trust this clinic with my eye management going forward. Our eyes are among our most important senses, so I highly recommend LA Sight for anyone seeking quality eye care. Finding a clinic that utilizes advanced technology, provides comprehensive examinations, and takes the time to address every concern is key to ensuring the best possible care and long-term eye health.

I came across LA Sight through Reddit recommendations and I'm so glad I did. From the start, their…read moretransparent pricing and easy online booking set them apart. The staff is warm, professional, and genuinely caring. Dr. Moarefi is fantastic! He's patient, thorough, and great at explaining everything clearly. The surgery day was a breeze. I loved the relaxation room and chair massage beforehand, and the bladeless LASIK procedure itself took less than an hour and was completely painless. Only a few days post-op and my vision is already amazing. Truly a life-changing experience. Absolutely worth it and I highly recommend!

When I made an appointment with Dr. Christian for simple cataract surgery I was very clear and told…read morethem I had Medicare and did they take that as full payment. I was told yes and it also says they take it on their website. This is not true, Sure they will take your Medicare and also make you pay 5 thousand dollars for the privilege. I never would have known this if not for YELP. I read reviews. After I made the appointment, I thought I better give Yelp a read. I was shocked to find out about this undisclosed charge. I would have wasted my time and God only knows when they would have told me to hand over 5K. I have cataracts so hard to read, close to impossible and I was very clear asking Medicare all in right--of course was the response. So, I called back and asked for billing. I told them I read they charge an additional 5 K on top of Medicare and your supplement. I was told they did. I told her I was not told that and it is no where on your website. Pregnant pause--sort of like what should I tell this woman. She then said that they use the best and latest equipment. I asked is that compared to old and outdated equipment. Another long pause. She said we have that charge. She never said she was sorry I was not told this. Now, I would have wasted a day and I am confident they would have made money off what I consider false advertising by billing Medicare to see me and may then tell me to hand over 5K. There is always a reason when you can get an appointment right away. Run from these people.

I was referred to Dr C by my optometrist and friend. Both being in the medical field I respect…read moretheir opinion. My initial consult went very well Doctor answered all my questions and explained every part of the procedure. I decided to go forward with the surgery. Removal of the cataracts and new lenses Tecnis Oddyssey by I can't wait to "see" the results lenses. I'm excited Oh yes the staff are helpful helpful and professional All one would expect, TG

Dr. Thomas O'Hearn is my hero. He saved my right eye after suffering a retinal detachment. On a…read morequick side note, I was extremely lucky to have been referred to him by "Linda" from Pacific Eye Care Center. *Mind u, this was Friday around 5:30pm when my vision starting getting worse and EVERYWHERE was closing!!!! I was ordered to get my butt in the office ASAP per Dr. O'Hearn. Few hours later, the operation takes place right next door at St. John's Medical Center. Get this...Dr. O'Hearn schedules a follow up for me the following day! Yup, it's a Saturday, his office is closed and you guessed it, it's his day OFF! Now that's an awesome individual. I hope none of you ever experience a retinal detachment, but if you unfortunately do, Dr. O'Hearn is who you need to see (No pun intended).

If you need a retina specialist, please go to Dr. Ohearn. He is really care, nice and knows what he…read moredoes. He knows what's best for you and your eye. He repaired my eye after my 1st retina detachment surgery failed. As young as i am, he did the 2ND surgery on my left eye. And i am be able to see again!!!! The stuff in the front Petty, AND the stuff Nancy, they are all super nice. And they are here to help you. Yes.. the waiting time sometimes is a little bit long, but if you want the best doctor for your eye, it is super worth to wait!!!

The doctor was wonderful. I consistently have positive experiences with the medical care and truly…read moreappreciate the provider. Unfortunately, the front desk experience was again very poor. The receptionist, Veronica Chavez, was unnecessarily rude and antagonizing during check-in. I was asked for my insurance card, and I explained that it is the same insurance already on file since last year and that I have not yet received a new card. This is common in early January. Despite clearly stating that I did not have the card, the same question was repeated. At that point, the receptionist raised her voice and said, "I'm not questioning your insurance. I'm just asking if you have your insurance card," even though I had already answered that I did not. I again explained that it is early January and that many insurance companies have not yet issued new cards. Instead of clarifying what was needed, the receptionist continued to antagonize the situation and then told me that I "needed to be respectful," even though her own tone and behavior were rude and dismissive. The exchange became uncomfortable and occurred in front of other patients in the waiting area. This is not the first time I have had a negative experience at the front desk. It is disappointing because the quality of care from the physician is excellent, but repeated unprofessional interactions at check-in detract significantly from the overall experience. I hope this feedback is addressed so patients are treated with basic patience and courtesy.

I have been coming to the Santa Monica location of the Jules Stein Eye Institute for almost 10…read moreyears for high eye pressure and I have only had positive experiences at this location. Sometimes they are very busy and you have to wait more than normal but that is expected. Usually the wait time is minimal. My current doctor Juliet Chung is a great opthamologist and always kind and considerate as was my past doctor, who is no longer at this location, Dr. Nouri-Mahdavi.

Cynthia Boxrud is excellent at what she does. She is honest, trustworthy, and all of her work is…read moreperfection and natural looking.

I adore Dr. Boxrud. She has a positive bed side manner and is helpful and conservative in…read morerecommendations. I went to her because of a droopy eye lid- nothing new. It's 100% hereditary. On my father, it's cute. On my great grandfather, he looks like he has a twinkle in his eye. On me, a woman? It looks like asymmetry. I can even see it in toddler photos. It definitely wains based on weight etc. but with age it was more prevalent and showing up constantly in photos so I decided to check my options and start getting my normal Botox from an MD vs. a medspa for fear of making it worse. So I've been going now for a few years, about once a quarter and am loving my result. No surgery necessary, just a few small pokes of Botox into my single brow- which oddly provided fantastic relief to my above eyebrow migraines i was getting near weekly! Welcome happenstance in pursuit of my vanity. She also offers lasers, microneedling, surgery and lots else. I'm just not there yet, thankfully, but I know I have Dr. Boxrud when the time comes!

I visited Dr. Lazar for a second opinion after experiencing a retinal detachment. He was…read morerecommended by two people who also had positive experiences with his practice. During my visit, he reassured me that my retinal surgeon did an excellent job and that my healing is progressing as expected. While there was nothing additional we could do at this time to accelerate the healing process, I left the appointment feeling confident that I received the best care possible. I also feel grateful to now have Dr. Lazar as a trusted resource and a doctor I can turn to in the future when I change health plans. His facility is exceptionally clean, modern, and state-of-the-art, creating a very welcoming environment. The staff was friendly, efficient, and truly wonderful to work with.

dr Lazar and his team are the best. The office runs very…read moreefficiently and I was seen right away, which is surprising for a doctor's office. Dr Lazar found the problem right away and treated it to my satisfaction. He's a warm and caring doctor, I highly recommend him.

Dr. Spooner is phenomenal! Her front office coordinator, Christy, is also wonderful and got us in…read moreright away for an emergency visit after my 2-month-old was struck in the eye during a bouncer malfunction. Dr. Spooner was kind, patient, and professional throughout, and is truly an expert in her field. She took the time to thoroughly examine my baby and explain everything clearly, which put us at ease during a stressful situation. I can't recommend her highly enough. Thank you, Dr. Spooner and Christy!

Dr Spooner is very thorough and gentle. Her receptionist too is very friendly and professional. I…read morelove that they ask us to wash our hands first before any eye tests.