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What Is Ophthalmology?
Ophthalmology services in San Diego focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of eye and vision disorders. Eyes are among the most vital sensory organs, allowing us to see and interact with the world around us. At Grossmont Endoscopy Institute, our ophthalmologists specialize in caring for the entire visual system — including the cornea, retina, optic nerve, lens, eyelids, and tear ducts — helping patients maintain clear and healthy vision.
Symptoms of Eye Problems
Board-certified ophthalmologists at Grossmont Endoscopy Institute are highly trained in identifying the early signs and symptoms of eye and vision problems, including:
- Blurred or double vision
- Eye pain or pressure
- Sensitivity to light
- Dry or watery eyes
- Redness or swelling of the eye
- Difficulty seeing at night
- Sudden flashes of light or floaters
- Loss of peripheral vision
- Headaches related to eye strain
Diagnosis
Accurate diagnosis is the first step toward protecting and improving your vision. To reach a diagnosis, your ophthalmologist will review your medical and vision history and conduct a comprehensive eye examination.
Additional diagnostic tests may include:
- Visual acuity test to measure sharpness of vision
- Slit-lamp examination to check eye structures under magnification
- Tonometry to measure eye pressure and screen for glaucoma
- Retinal imaging and OCT scans for detailed views of the retina
- Visual field tests to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss
Treatment
Using advanced diagnostic technologies and evidence-based methods, our ophthalmologists deliver personalized care for both common and complex eye conditions.
Treatments may include:
- Prescription of eyeglasses or contact lenses
- Medications for infections, inflammation, or glaucoma
- Laser treatments for glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, or retinal tears
- Cataract surgery with lens replacement
- Corneal transplants
- Retinal surgeries, including repair of retinal detachment
- Minimally invasive surgical techniques for vision correction
Common Conditions We Treat
Our specialists provide comprehensive care for a wide range of eye diseases and vision problems, including:
- Cataracts
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism)
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconus
- Retinal detachment
- Eye infections and injuries
Related Services
Our ophthalmology team works closely with subspecialists to provide a full range of advanced eye care services, including:
- Pediatric Ophthalmology
- Oculoplastic Surgery (eyelid & orbital surgery)
- Neuro-ophthalmology
- Contact Lens and Vision Correction Services
- Low Vision Rehabilitation
- Cosmetic and Reconstructive Eye Surgery
Advanced Ophthalmology Care for Clearer Vision
Get expert ophthalmology services in San Diego — preserving eye health and enhancing visual clarity.
9001 Grossmont blvd,
suite 606, La Mesa,
Ca 91941