Dr. Rachael Allen
Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Rachael Ann Allen is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and refractive surgery. She performs advanced procedures such as PRK, LASIK, SMILE, and ICL to correct vision issues like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Her expertise helps patients achieve clearer vision and reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses.
Dr. Allen earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Oklahoma State University and completed her ophthalmology residency at the Naval Medical Center San Diego. With years of experience providing eye care to active-duty service members, veterans, and their families, she has also trained and mentored ophthalmology residents and fellows from UCSD, UCSF, and USC.
Passionate about improving patients' vision and quality of life, Dr. Allen offers comprehensive care for conditions including cataracts and glaucoma. She is dedicated to personalized treatment plans that address individual visual needs and enhance daily living.
Training
Resident in Ophthalmology
Naval Medical Center San Diego
ResidencyIntern in General Surgery
Naval Medical Center San Diego
Residency
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Medical School
BA in Biochemistry, Magna Cum Laude
University of San Diego
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
Board Certified in Ophthalmology
2022STAAR Surgical ICL Certified
2021STAAR Surgical
Publications & Press
An atypical case of viral panuveitis and retinal vasculitis with retrograde extension associated with human herpesvirus-6
Am J Ophthalmol Case Rep•2022Comparison of Dry Eye Symptoms in SMILE and LASIK
Carl Zeiss sponsored research protocol•2022Comparison of the Postoperative Use of Dextenza versus a Standard Regimen of Topical Fluorometholone after PRK in the DoD
Carl Zeiss sponsored research protocol•2022Streptococcus viridans Pelvic Osteomyelitis after Dental Procedures in an Adolescent Male: A Case Report Illustrating the Importance of Dental History
Pediatrics and Therapeutics•2014
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- CA
- License Numbers
- 20A14877


