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Dr. Craig Merrill, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 63
Dr. Craig Merrill, MD
4.8 (91 Ratings)

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Dr. Craig Merrill, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Pismo Beach, CA.
Dr. Craig Merrill, MD
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Dr. Craig Merrill, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 63
Pismo Beach, CA
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Craig Merrill, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Pismo Beach, CA.

About

Dr. Merrill graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina|Oxford University in 1991 and completed a residency at University Ut Moran Eye Center.Dr. Craig Merrill, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Pismo Beach, CA and has 33 years experience. Dr. Merrill currently practices at Pacific Eye Surgeons and are affiliated with Adventist Health Sierra Vista and French Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Merrill has experience treating conditions like Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy, Corneal Diseases and Keratitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Merrill received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 91 times. Dr. Merrill's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Merrill also speaks Italian and Spanish. Dr. Merrill is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Corneal Diseases
Keratitis
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Corneal Diseases
Keratitis
Corneal Erosion
Eye Infections
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Chalazion
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Episcleritis Periodica Fugax
Eye Cancer
Eye Pain
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Eyelid Disorders
Farsightedness
Floaters
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Foreign Body in Eye
Glaucoma
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Hordeolum
Hypertensive Retinopathy
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Lazy Eye
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Macular or Retinal Edema
Nearsightedness
Optic Neuritis
Pinguecula
Presbyopia
Pterygium
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Squamous Blepharitis
Stye
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Trichiasis
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Cornea Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Acquired Coloboma
Acute Endophthalmitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anisocoria
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Anterior Scleritis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Bell's Palsy
Black Eye
Blocked Tear Duct
Cataract Surgery Complications
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chorioretinal Scars
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diplopia
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Dislocation of Lens
Disorder of Choroid
Disseminated Chorioretinitis and Disseminated Retinochoroiditis
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Eyes
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Ectropion of Eyelid
Endophthalmitis
Entropion
Esophoria
Esotropia
Exophoria
Exotropia
Eye Injuries
Eyeball Contusion
Eyelid Spasm
Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Heterophoria
Hypertropia
Hyphema
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Hypopyon
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Hypotony of Eye
Hypotropia
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Iridocyclitis
Iris Ciliary Degeneration
Juvenile Macular Degeneration
Keratoconus
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular Degeneration
Macular Hole
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Marfan Syndrome
Migraine
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Nerve Sheath Tumors
Nystagmus
Ocular Hypertension
Orbital Cellulitis
Orbital Fracture
Paralytic Strabismus
Parasitic Endophthalmitis
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Posterior Scleritis
Progressive High Myopia
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retinal Cysts
Retinal Detachment
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
Retinoschisis
Strabismus
Tear Duct Disorders
Uveitis
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Anterior Vitrectomy
Conjunctivoplasty
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Drainage of Conjunctival Cyst
Excision of Chalazion
Glaucoma Surgery
Intraocular Lens Implant Surgery
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Laser Surgery
LASIK
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Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Ocular Prosthetics
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Reconstructive Eyelid Surgery
Removal of Intraocular Foreign Body
Scleral Reinforcement Surgery
Vitrectomy
Vitreoretinal Surgery
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Cigna
  • Local Access Plus HMO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Large Group PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Humana
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Principal Financial Group
  • WellPoint
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
  • Health Net
  • UC High Option Supplement to Medicare-CA

Locations

  1. 1 Pismo Beach Office
    931 Oak Park Blvd Ste 201, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Lompoc Office
    1111 E Ocean Ave Ste 7, Lompoc, CA 93436
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Santa Maria Office
    816 E Enos Dr Ste A, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  4. 4 San Luis Obispo Office
    805 Aerovista Pl Ste 109, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merrill
4.8
Based on 91 Reviews
5 Stars (84)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Dec 14, 2024
As always doctor Merril completed a perfect review of my eyes and recommended surgery to improve my vision
— Dec 14, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Italian
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical University Of South Carolina|Oxford University
    1991
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University Ut
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Ut Moran Eye Center
    1995
Residency Hospital
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Does Dr. Merrill communicate via email?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Craig Merrill, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Merrill's profile.

Dr. Merrill frequently treats the following conditions: Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy, Corneal Diseases and Keratitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Craig Merrill, MD is affiliated with Adventist Health Sierra Vista and French Hospital Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Craig Merrill, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Adventist Health Sierra Vista

    1010 Murray Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA