Welcome! I’m Dr. Yvette Diaz, OD
San Diego Eye Doctor
Where to find me
Santee Vision Care Center Optometry
Vision to Learn
Bio
My Story
Hello there, I am a licensed optometrist from Marshall B Ketchum University College of Optometry. I am excited for the future of optometry and ready to make a difference.
I was born and raised in sunny San Diego and have returned to my home town to practice and serve my community.
I have depended on refractive correction since I was 10 years old so I know the impact vision can have on everyday life to future prospects. I strive to provide every patient with the best care, hospitality and education. I am always willing to share my knowledge and learn from others.
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Always open for new business opportunities and sponsorships so please reach out for more information.
Education
Marshall B. Ketchum University
Doctor of Optometry
CA Licensed
UC Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts: Integrative BiologyÂ
Focus in Human Biology
Skills and Special Interests
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Licensure and TPA Certification
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Clinical Spanish
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Myopia Control
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Pediatrics
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Special populations
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Glaucoma Management
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Scleral Lens
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Dry Eye
Clinical Experience
Roles & Responsibilities
Optometric Extern
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University Eye Center at Ketchum Health
Performed comprehensive exams on all ages, contact lens fitting, vision therapy sessions and low vision, gaining clinical experience in ocular pathology, vision therapy and trialing low vision devices.
Optometric Extern
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Naval Medical Center San Diego
Performed comprehensive eye exams on military personnel, gaining clinical experience in efficiency and exposure to individuals in physically demanding careers.
Optometric Extern
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Castle Family Eye Center
Performed comprehensive eye exams on all ages, glaucoma and diabetic exams on an underserved hispanic population in Atwater California, gaining clinical experience in diagnostic, treatment and management of glaucoma, diabetes, dry eye, and other ocular pathology.
Optometric Extern
University Eye Center Los AngelesÂ
Performed comprehensive eye exams on the underserved hispanic population in Los Angeles, gaining clinical experience with pediatric and special populations with conditions like autism, Down Syndrome and ROP.
Ophthalmic Technician
Ketchum Health
* Assisted in imaging for glaucoma exams and QTC Exams
* OCT California, OCT Daytona, Cirrus OCT, Avanti OCT trained
* Eidon, HRT, Octopus Perimetry trained
Research Assistant
Marshall B. Ketchum University
* Review research articles
* Create summary of articles for reference at a later date
* Present research findings and answer questions regarding those findings
Ophthalmic Technician
Gordon Schanzlin New Vision Institute
* Medical History scribe
* Instruct patients about LASIK, PRK, and cataract procedures
* Oculus, Lipiflow, Topography, and Optovue OCT trained
Optometric Assistant/Vision Therapy Assistant
San Diego Center for Vision Care
* Prepared vision therapy activities and take home equipment
* Pre-tested patients (i.e. auto-refraction, visual fields, depth perception and color tests)
* Lensometry skills (manual and automatic)
Optometric Assistant
Golden Gate Optometry
* Pre-tested patients on Humphrey VF
* Billed services to insurances (VSP, Eyemed, Medicare)
* Frame selection and lens options, Glasses Adjustments
* Lensometry skills and experience neutralizing gas permeable contact lenses
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Empathy
I know what it is like to rely on refractive correction to function everyday. Trust me with your medical care.
Drive
I am constantly adapting and improving to provide the best optometric care.
Years in the business
I have experience working in many different aspects of the optometric field. This experience gives me an advantage of broad hands on patient care.
