Eye Care of La Jolla offers state-of-the-art technology to ensure the most appropriate, safest and most accurate treatment options for a wide array of conditions and diseases, including LASIK surgery, advanced cataract surgery, multifocal and toric lens implants, dry eye treatments, and evaluation and management of chronic eye conditions including macular degeneration and glaucoma, as well as routine eye examinations for patients of all ages.
about usLearn the association between common eye symptoms and the most frequently treated eye conditions. This site isn’t a tool for self diagnosis – only an Eye Care of La Jolla doctor or eye care professional can offer an accurate diagnosis around any symptom you may be experiencing.
Eye Care of La Jolla encourages you to learn all you can about routine eye care. Schedule an appointment to have a general eye examination by a Eye Care of La Jolla doctor or eye surgeon – especially if you are experiencing any of these symptoms. When it comes to eye health, the more you know, the better you see.
Request an Appointment NowBlurred vision refers to a lack of sharpness of vision resulting in the inability to see fine detail. Blurred vision may result from abnormalities such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, presbyopia, or astigmatism that can be improved with corrective lenses (eyeglasses) or it may signal the presence of eye disease.
Blurred Vision can be a symptom of:
Symptoms left untreated can lead to serious health complications. If you are experiencing this or any other medical symptom, please seek professional medical help immediately.
Request an Appointment NowHalos are bright circles that surround a light source, like headlights. Glare is light that enters your eye and interferes with your vision. Halos often show up when you’re in a dim or dark place. Glare is more likely in the daytime. They're a normal response to bright lights, but deeper problems can also bring them on.
Night Glare and Halos can be a symptom of:
Symptoms left untreated can lead to serious health complications. If you are experiencing this or any other medical symptom, please seek professional medical help immediately.
Request an Appointment NowIf you have watery eyes, there are several possible reasons.
Watering Eyes can be a symptom of:
Symptoms left untreated can lead to serious health complications. If you are experiencing this or any other medical symptom, please seek professional medical help immediately.
Request an Appointment NowAllergies and eye infections can both cause your eyes to feel sore, red and itchy. Often, itchy or irritated eyes can become sore after excessive rubbing. The eye infection conjunctivitis is a particularly common cause of sore, red eyes. Contact lens irritation can also cause sore, red eyes.
Red Eyes can be a symptom of:
Symptoms left untreated can lead to serious health complications. If you are experiencing this or any other medical symptom, please seek professional medical help immediately.
Request an Appointment NowA drooping eyelid is also called ptosis or blepharoptosis. In this condition, the border of the upper eyelid falls to a lower position than normal. In severe cases, the drooping eyelid can cover all or part of the pupil and interfere with vision.
Lid Issues can be a symptom of:
Symptoms left untreated can lead to serious health complications. If you are experiencing this or any other medical symptom, please seek professional medical help immediately.
Request an Appointment NowThe medical term for lazy eye is "amblyopia." Amblyopia occurs when your brain favors one eye, often due to poor vision in your other eye. Eventually, your brain might ignore signals from your weak, or “lazy,” eye. The condition can result in vision impairment and loss of depth perception.
Wandering Eyes can be a symptom of:
Symptoms left untreated can lead to serious health complications. If you are experiencing this or any other medical symptom, please seek professional medical help immediately.
Request an Appointment NowFind out more about advanced cataract surgery procedures performed by Eye Care of La Jolla.
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Dr. Michelson and the staff at Eye Care of La Jolla have solutions to your Dry Eye!
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Glaucoma affects millions of older men and women, and regular eye exams are critical for preventing vision loss.
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Dr. Michelson is recognized as a leading provider of Laser Vision Correction and LASIK surgery in Southern California.
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The top-ranked ophthalmologists at Eye Care of La Jolla provide patients with the state-of-the-art care.
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Eye Care of Ja Jolla offers evaluation and treatment options for the full range of retinal diseases.
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Interested in learning more about cataract surgery and lens options? Take our easy and FREE Online Cataract Self-Test.
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If you experience symptoms of dry eye, take our easy online dry eye self-evaluation for more information.
Eye Care of La Jolla is committed to providing patients with individualized solutions based on each patient’s needs to help ensure the clearest vision and optimal resolution of eye health issues.
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Eye Care of La Jolla is a top-rated ophthalmology practice providing comprehensive medical and surgical eye care as well as routine and preventive ophthalmology services for patients in La Jolla, CA, and throughout the surrounding San Diego area.
9834 Genesee Ave, Ste 200
La Jolla, CA 92037
Hours
Monday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary; please contact the office at (858) 457-3050 to confirm.
