The Assil Eye Institute is globally recognized for their legacy of caring for patients with the deepest levels of respect, continuously pioneering advanced in technology, and innovating a culture of collaboration and heart within the community, its team members, and the industry.
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Dr. Kerry Assil
Ophthalmologist, Medical Director
Dr. Assils patients talk about their quality of careOne of the world's foremost experts in eye surgery, Dr. Assil continues to make significant advances in his field with numerous inventions and introductions of state-of-the-art technology.
The top eye specialists around! I wouldn’t go anywhere else. I’m fortunate to have them be covered under my insurance as well!John K.
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Dr. Avneet K. Sodhi Gaur
Director of Glaucoma Services, Glaucoma, Cataract and LASIK Surgeon
Dr. Gaur's patients talk about their quality of careDr. Avneet K. Sodhi Gaur is a Board-Certified, Fellowship trained Cataract and Glaucoma Specialist, with training and experience developed at nationally renowned ophthalmic institutions, including Tufts Medical Center/New England Eye Center and Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston-Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary.
My doctor could not have summarized any better at my last visit about the overall condition of my eyes and the plans for future treatment.Robert D.5.0 -
Dr. Svetlana Pilyugina
Ophthalmologist and Retinal Specialist / Surgeon
Dr. P's patients talk about their quality of careFellowship trained Retina Specialist, Dr. Svetlana Pilyugina provides the highest level of retinal care in both Beverly Hills and Santa Monica. Dr. Svetlana Pilyugina is fluent in English, Spanish and Russian and is known in the office as "Dr. P" by patients and our staff. She is board-certified and has exceptional credentials.
Everyone is very friendly competent and super professional.Christine S.5.0 -
Dr. Rafi Israel
Ophthalmologist, Director of Oculoplastics
Dr. Rafi Israel's patients talk about their quality of careDr. Rafi Israel is a Board-Certified, Fellowship trained Ophthalmologist and the director of Oculoplastics at Assil Eye Institute.
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Dr. John May
Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)
Dr. May's patients talk about their quality of careDr. May is an optometrist who has worked at the Assil Eye Institute for over a dozen years . He provides a broad range of care for patients including pre and post-surgical management, comprehensive eye exams, urgent care as well as dry eye consultation and therapy.
He also has assisted with numerous FDA supervised clinical trials and continuing education events.
You guys are awesome and I trust you with my eyes.Ahmad E.5.0 -
Dr. Lindsay Harris
Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)
Dr. Harris's patients talk about their quality of careDr. Harris provides comprehensive eye care examinations, treatment, and management of ocular diseases, as well as pre and post operative care for cataracts, LASIK, and corneal transplants.
She specifically works with Dr. Assil in preparing pre-surgical plans for all of his intraocular lens procedures.
The staff are very friendly and at same time very professional.URI P.5.0 -
Dr. Sahar Zokaeim
Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)
Dr. Sahar Zokaeim's patients talk about their quality of careDr. Zokaeim specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of general eye disease, as well as preoperative management of cataract & refractive surgery procedures.
Dr. Z participates as a volunteer for OneSight and Angels for Sight, providing eye care for underprivileged populations.
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AEI Patient Education Team's patients talk about their quality of careThe AEI Education Team is led by Dr. Kerry Assil , Dr. Avneet K. Sodhi Gaur , Dr. Svetlana Pilyugina , Dr. John May and Dr. Lindsay Harris .
The team reviews all content published on this website,...
Dr. Assil is incredibly skilled and truly cares about his patients. I was having an urgent issue with my eye and they happily ...Sherry G.- Exceptional Surgeons!Terri R.
- The staff was very professional and friendly.Miguel L.
- My driving is better. No more glasses. They did a great jobLouis L.
- Dr. Assil is fabulous! The people who work there are very well chosen.They are all friendly, courteous, helpful and knowledge...Trudy T.
- My family and I have been going to Santa Monica for about 10 years and have always been treated with the most respect. They tru...Jennifer B.
- Thanks!Suzanne V.
- I was pleased that a follow consult could be scheduled and it was very helpful.John G.
- I have and will continue to recommend you to everyone. It was a great experience.Chantal M.
- Maybe have more documents that give me a better understanding of the preparation for surgeryEverett K.
- I am about 1 month post surgery, and am very happy about the outcome. Dr. Assil and his staff are very pleasant, professional...Michael R.
- the staff are so polite and friendly and explain everything very clearly.Huma P.
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Philip BaileyEarth Wind and Fire
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Rip HamiltonFormer NBA player
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John EmersonUS Ambassador to Germany
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Shane MosleyFormer professional boxer
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