Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Advanced Eye Care in Orange County
Harvard Eye Associates has been at the forefront of advanced medical and surgical eye care for nearly five decades. Our board-certified physicians bring extensive training and experience across specialized fields, having collectively performed over 200,000 surgical procedures. We combine cutting-edge technology with a commitment to research, ensuring patients receive the most innovative treatments available. Our team actively contributes to academic advancements, publishing research and participating in clinical trials to refine lens implants, surgical devices, and medications.As trusted leaders in ophthalmology, we prioritize patient-centered care, offering personalized solutions for conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal diseases. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art facilities across Orange County and our unwavering focus on preserving and enhancing vision. With a legacy built on expertise, accountability, and compassionate service, we strive to deliver outcomes that transform lives through improved eye health.
Services
LASIK Surgery
Cataract Surgery
Glaucoma Treatment
Retinal Care
Cornea Transplants
Oculoplastic Surgery
Refractive Lens Exchange
General Eye Exams
Dry Eye Therapy
Diabetic Eye Care
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have performed over 200,000 surgical procedures with board-certified specialists.
- Our physicians contribute to groundbreaking research on lens implants and surgical technology.
- We offer comprehensive care across all ophthalmology subspecialties under one roof.
- Our team includes pioneers in laser cataract surgery and premium intraocular lens implants.
- We maintain a patient-first approach with personalized treatment plans and compassionate care.
What people say
Superb surgeon
Excellent care
Painless procedure
Outstanding results
Compassionate staff
Services
Cataract Surgery
Our advanced cataract surgery utilizes laser technology and premium intraocular lenses to restore clear vision. With over 50,000 lens implants performed, our specialists create personalized treatment plans using 3D imaging for precise outcomes. The minimally invasive procedure takes 10-20 minutes per eye, with rapid recovery and options for multifocal lenses to reduce glasses dependency. Patients benefit from our surgeons' decades of experience and access to cutting-edge technologies like the Light Adjustable Lens for post-surgery customization.
LASIK Surgery
Our LASIK specialists offer state-of-the-art vision correction procedures using blade-free technology to treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. The personalized treatment reshapes the cornea for lasting clarity, with options for enhanced recovery protocols. Patients receive comprehensive pre-operative evaluations to determine ideal candidacy, ensuring optimal outcomes with minimal discomfort and rapid visual improvement within 24-48 hours post-procedure.
Glaucoma Treatment
We provide comprehensive glaucoma management from early detection to advanced interventions, including minimally invasive surgical options. Our specialists use cutting-edge diagnostic tools to monitor optic nerve health and intraocular pressure, offering tailored treatment plans that may include medicated drops, laser therapy, or surgical solutions like iStent implantation. The focus remains on preserving vision through proactive monitoring and personalized care strategies.
Retinal Care
Our retina specialists diagnose and treat complex conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal detachments using advanced imaging and treatment modalities. The team offers both medical and surgical interventions, including anti-VEGF injections and vitrectomy procedures, with a focus on early intervention to prevent vision loss and maintain ocular health.
Refractive Lens Exchange
This procedure replaces the natural lens with advanced intraocular lenses to correct presbyopia and refractive errors, offering long-term vision improvement. Patients receive personalized lens selection from options like trifocal, extended depth of focus, and toric lenses, with the added benefit of eliminating future cataract development. The 15-minute outpatient procedure provides rapid visual recovery and reduced dependence on corrective eyewear.
People
John A. Hovanesian
Specialist in Cataract, Refractive, Cornea, and Pterygium Surgery
Dr. Hovanesian is a renowned ophthalmologist with decades of experience in advanced cataract and refractive surgery. He has contributed extensively to clinical research and serves as a key opinion leader in ophthalmic innovation.
Savak Teymoorian
Specialist in Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
Dr. Teymoorian brings specialized expertise in combined cataract and glaucoma management, utilizing minimally invasive techniques to improve patient outcomes. His practice emphasizes personalized care and advanced surgical solutions.
Brian T. Kim
Specialist in Medical Retina and Cataracts
Dr. Kim focuses on retinal diseases and complex cataract cases, combining medical and surgical approaches to preserve vision. He actively participates in clinical research to advance treatment protocols.
Jeffrey L. Jacobs
Specialist in Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Dr. Jacobs specializes in cosmetic and functional eyelid surgery, addressing both aesthetic and medical concerns with precision and natural-looking results.
Nicoletta J. Stefanidis
Optometrist
Dr. Stefanidis provides comprehensive eye exams and pre/post-operative care, emphasizing patient education and preventive eye health management.
Questions
What eye conditions do you treat?
We treat all major eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, corneal disorders, and refractive errors, with specialized care for diabetic eye disease and macular degeneration.
Do you offer LASIK surgery?
Yes, our LASIK specialists provide advanced vision correction procedures using blade-free technology for treating nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
Are your surgeons board-certified?
All our physicians are board-certified ophthalmologists with specialized training in their respective subspecialties, maintaining the highest standards of care.
What locations do you serve?
We have three convenient locations in Laguna Hills, Orange, and San Clemente, California, serving all of Orange County.
Do you accept emergency eye care cases?
For eye emergencies, we recommend contacting your nearest emergency room or calling 911, as we do not provide emergency services.
Can I finance my eye surgery?
Yes, we offer patient financing options to help make vision correction procedures more accessible and affordable.
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Reviews (6)
Jeanne Barnhill
Jun 24, 2022
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I can't say enough nice things about Harvard Eye Associates. Dr. T. is fantastic, and took this terrified patient through cataract surgery on both eyes, at separate times, with kindness, professionalism and fantastic surgical skills. His calm, friendly, confident approach worked well for me and that made eye surgery, which I think in anyone's book is kind of scary, not be quite as terrifying. I'm not saying I didn't have some jitters I did, but all of the surgical staff were professional, warm and friendly which kept me calm. The best decision I ever made was to run not walk away from that other eye place, it was the best decision I ever made.
Kristen Campbell
Apr 24, 2022
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I don't go here but as someone caring for a patient that goes here it was a frustrating experience. My mom was placed in the wrong waiting room for almost an hour, no fault on her part, and then was told her whole appointment was delayed because the nurse simply couldn't put her in the right area to wait for her doctor. So my mom who has severe neuropathy and spinal pain had to wait over two hours for the completion of her appt.
These appointments typically only take 1 hour at most! I was the one along with my service dog who had to sit and wait in her car for over two hours in the smoldering heat for absolutely no other reason besides negligent behavior. It terrifies me that a nurse could do something so extraordinarily absent minded at a surgery center. I would not want to be a patient here!
These appointments typically only take 1 hour at most! I was the one along with my service dog who had to sit and wait in her car for over two hours in the smoldering heat for absolutely no other reason besides negligent behavior. It terrifies me that a nurse could do something so extraordinarily absent minded at a surgery center. I would not want to be a patient here!
Mark Walther
Aug 23, 2021
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Wonderful experience and care. Dr. Teymoorian has been managing my glaucoma for years and when he saw my cataracts getting worse along with my glaucoma and astigmatism he suggested cataract surgery. Just had the first eye done and his surgery yielded fantastic results, clear bright vision without the need for glasses, I needed glasses ever since I was 5. Can hardly wait to get the second eye done. Dr. Teymoorian and the staff made the process really simple and I'm impressed with the results. Definitely recommend him to anyone with vision issues.
Shahnaz Lewis
Aug 06, 2021
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Great experience with Dr. Diane Kersten. Dr. Kersten diagnosed and explained my vision problem after extended tests during initial consult visit and explained the procedure that will correct the problem and let me know what to expect. She performed keratectomy on my right eye to remove the scarring tissue to clear my vision, 10 days ago. Right away the next day, my vision had improved tremendously. Excellent Dr. with with expert pair of hands and great bedside manner. I am super happy with the outcome of my procedure and highly recommend Dr. Kersten and Harvard Eye Associates.
Ramin Mousavi
Mar 15, 2021
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I was visited by Dr Rouhani in Harvard Eyes. I have a chronic eye condition and had consulted more than 10 ophthalmologists before in the past 20 years, but none of them listened to me so attentively and examined my condition so thoroughly. Dr Rouhani did a really great job in our first visit. She explained to me very clearly the condition with my eyes, reviewed with me the alternative options and discussed with me the path forward.
While it has passed only one week since I started my treatment, I see visible improvements and I am so happy with my experience. The process for booking an appointment and the registration were also very straight forward and easy. All in all, great experience with HEA and Dr Rouhani.
While it has passed only one week since I started my treatment, I see visible improvements and I am so happy with my experience. The process for booking an appointment and the registration were also very straight forward and easy. All in all, great experience with HEA and Dr Rouhani.
Patti Ronning
Jan 17, 2021
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What a wonderful experience with Dr Edward Kim! I had cataract surgery done on both eyes and I am so happy with the results. Everyone at both the Harvard Eye Institute and the Alicia surgery enter were all so nice! Everything was on time and nothing seemed rushed. I really felt I was in excellent hands all the way through. And Dr Kim has a wonderful caring attitude and explains things so well. I would definitely recommend Dr Edward Kim and his whole team!
