3 Best Eye Doctors in San Mateo, CA

“Dr. William To is a board-certified optometric physician with over a decade of healthcare expertise in caring for and educating patients. He finished his undergraduate degree at UC San Diego, where he received a B.S. in Human Biology and a Minor in Psychology. He earned his Doctorate in Optometry at Western University of Health Sciences. Dr. Will became the owner of Optical Illusions at the Hillsdale Shopping Center in San Mateo, CA in 2019. He believes in providing a complete eye care experience, emphasizing a patient-centric approach through mutual respect and open communication. His goal was simple to create an optometry practice that offers the highest quality eye care that patients deserve with premium eyewear made of the world's highest quality sustainable materials and the most advanced technology and diagnostic equipment available. Dr. Will has received several awards and recognitions, including the American Optometric Association Presidential Advocacy Service Award Recipient in 2021, California Optometric Association Young Optometrist of the Year 2022, International Association of Healthcare Professionals Top Optometrist in 2021. His Optical Illusions practices have also been recognized as one of the top Optometry practices in their respective areas. They have won Best of Juneau for Optometrist (Eye Doctor) multiple years in a row and Nextdoor ‘Neighborhood Fave’ for Best Medical Professional in San Mateo and San Ramon. As of 2024, Dr. Will owns a total of seven practice locations, including Lifetime Eyecare in Juneau and Optical Illusions in Santana Row.”

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“Dr. Gary Lai is an experienced optometrist who obtained his BA in Physiology from the University of California Berkeley and later received his doctorate from the School of Optometry at U.C. Berkeley. He has over 25 years of experience and has worked at various organizations, including the University of California San Francisco, the Veterans Affairs Hospitals in Sacramento & Oakland, and in private practice in southern California. Dr. Lai is a proud member of the California and American Optometric Associations. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities such as mountain biking, snowboarding, and skiing. Dr. Lai also has a passion for photography and has captured many breathtaking views of the mountains he has summited in the Sierras and Colorado. Dr. Gary Lai currently practices at Eyeworks of San Mateo. They been providing the best eyecare and eyewear with exceptional customer service in a friendly, relaxing, professional environment.”

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“Dr. Walter Wong is a graduate of UC Berkeley's School of Optometry. With years of experience, he has honed his skills in disease detection, specialty contact lenses, binocular vision, and accurate prescriptions. Dr. Wong is licensed to provide therapy and manage ocular diseases, including glaucoma. He has also worked as an examiner for the National Board of Optometry. In addition to his practice, Dr. Wong reviews instructional materials for professional enhancement and accreditation. He is affiliated with professional associations such as the American Optometric Association, the California Optometric Association, the San Francisco County Optometric Society, and the California Optometric Laser Associates.”

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