Dr. Ryan Smith

Dr. Ryan G. Smith is a cornea, cataract, and refractive surgeon who enjoys helping patients see clearly with personalized, evidence-based care. He offers a full range of options for vision correction and complex corneal disease, tailoring treatment to each patient’s lifestyle and goals. Patients appreciate his calm manner, clear explanations, and emphasis on shared decision-making at every step of the process.

After ophthalmology residency at Stanford, Dr. Smith completed advanced fellowship training in Cornea and External Disease at the University of California, Irvine. In practice at Pacific Eye MD, he performs modern cataract surgery, advanced corneal transplantation, and laser vision correction, and collaborates closely with referring optometrists and primary care providers. Whether restoring clarity after a difficult cataract, treating keratoconus, or managing a stubborn corneal infection, he focuses on durable outcomes and a smooth recovery experience.