Dr. Rakhi Ammar

OphthalmologyCornea Specialist
La Jolla, CA
(858) 295-1985
Accepts Medicare

Location

4130 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 300
La Jolla, CA 92037
Accepting New Patients

Areas of Expertise

Corneal Transplantation
Refractive Lens Exchange
Dry Eye
EVO ICL
Corneal Disease
Ocular Surface Disease
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About Me

Dr. Rakhi Ammar is a board-certified ophthalmologist with specialized expertise in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery. At Gordon Schanzlin New Vision Institute in La Jolla, San Diego, she provides comprehensive care for a wide range of eye conditions including corneal disease, cataracts, dry eye, and refractive errors. She performs advanced procedures such as corneal transplantation (PKP, DSAEK, DMEK), LASIK, PRK, and cataract surgery with premium intraocular lens options.

Her patient care philosophy centers on careful listening and thorough evaluation. Dr. Ammar takes time to understand each patient's visual goals and lifestyle, creating personalized treatment plans with transparent communication about options, expected outcomes, and potential risks. This approach ensures that patients feel informed and confident in their care decisions. Dr.

Training

  • University of California, Irvine, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute

    Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery

    UC Irvine

    Fellowship
  • Internship

    Scripps Mercy Hospital

    Residency
  • Wills Eye Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University

    Ophthalmology Residency

    Thomas Jefferson University

    Residency
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

    Doctor of Medicine

    2018

    Virginia Commonwealth University

    Medical School
  • Virginia Commonwealth University

    Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology

    Virginia Commonwealth University

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Alpha Omega Alpha honor society

    Virginia Commonwealth University

  • A.D. Williams Award

    Virginia Commonwealth University

  • Top Student in Cellular and Molecular Biology

    Virginia Commonwealth University

Publications & Press

  • The Evidence of Implanting a Different IOL in Each Eye

    Current Opinion in Ophthalmology2023
  • Chapters on glaucoma management in the Wills Eye Manual

    Wills Eye Manual, 8th Edition2021

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CA
License Numbers
178992