Ophthalmology: Comprehensive Eye Care, Glaucoma, Cataract
San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria, Pismo Beach
Most recent review: 4 days ago
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4.8
465 Ratings
184 Comments
Craig A. Merrill, M.D., is an ophthalmologist at Pacific Eye, with offices in San Luis Obispo, Lompoc, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, and Santa Maria, California, as well as Optical Concepts in Santa Maria. Dr. Merrill practices at the offices in San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, and Santa Maria, specializes in cataract surgery, refractive surgery, glaucoma, and general ophthalmology.
Craig A. Merrill, M.D., is an ophthalmologist at Pacific Eye, with offices in San Luis Obispo, Lompoc, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, and Santa Maria, California, as well as Optical Concepts in Santa Maria. Dr. Merrill practices at the offices in San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, and Santa Maria, specializes in cataract surgery, refractive surgery, glaucoma, and general ophthalmology.
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Professional, informative, good listener, polite & respectful.
(4 days ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Merrill very caring and informative .
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
He’s been my eye Dr. for several years now. He is friendly, professional and fact oriented! I would recommend him without reservation.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
It has been a life-changing experience for my husband, Dennis, Chezick . He has many health issues and we did not realize he could not see until we took him to Dr. Merrill. We are grateful.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Asuper competant eye doctor that explains the options and fixes the problems.
(2 months ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent Doctor in all respects.
(2 months ago)
Sep-2025
Great Doctor Merrill and staff very professional in their tasks.
(2 months ago)
Sep-2025
Exceptional doctor
(2 months ago)
Sep-2025
My visit are Verry calm all the staff are so nice. I was so nervous about my surgery they made it so easy for me. I am ready for the second one. Great staff❤️
(2 months ago)
Sep-2025
Very professional and caring.
(2 months ago)
Sep-2025
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Pacific Eye Surgeons: Pismo Beach Office
931 N Oak Park Blvd Suite 201 Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Pacific Eye Surgeons: San Luis Obispo Office
3855 Broad Street Suite B San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Pacific Eye Surgeons: Santa Maria Office
816 E Enos Dr Santa Maria, CA 93454
Craig A. Merrill, M.D., is an ophthalmologist at Pacific Eye, with offices in San Luis Obispo, Lompoc, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, and Santa Maria, California, as well as Optical Concepts in Santa Maria. Dr. Merrill practices at the offices in San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, and Santa Maria, specializes in cataract surgery, refractive surgery, glaucoma, and general ophthalmology.
In Dr. Merrill’s own words, “Vision is the most precious of all senses, and nothing is more gratifying than improving someone’s eyesight. My skills as an ophthalmologist have given me the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on my patient’s lives.”
Although a native of California’s Central Coast, Dr. Merrill traveled to Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, for his undergraduate studies. He then earned his medical degree at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Merrill returned to Utah for his internship at the University of Utah Health, and completed his residency at the school’s Moran Eye Center, both in Salt Lake City.
An expert in the fields of glaucoma, cataract, and refractive lens and laser surgery, Dr. Merrill has performed thousands of major eye surgeries since he started practicing comprehensive and refractive surgical ophthalmology on the Central Coast in 1995. Among his patients are doctors, nurses, lawyers, civic leaders, several NBA players, and even exotic animals such as white tigers.
Dr. Merrill is a diplomate with the American Board of Ophthalmology, as well as a member of the National Board of Medical Examiners. He has previously served as a captain in the U.S. Army Medical Corps, volunteer missionary in Italy, and as a domestic and international disaster relief worker. Today, he regularly performs medical and surgical volunteer work, and volunteers with several local charitable organizations, including the Boy Scouts of America.
Professional, informative, good listener, polite & respectful.
Dr. Merrill very caring and informative .
He’s been my eye Dr. for several years now. He is friendly, professional and fact oriented! I would recommend him without reservation.
It has been a life-changing experience for my husband, Dennis, Chezick . He has many health issues and we did not realize he could not see until we took him to Dr. Merrill. We are grateful.
Asuper competant eye doctor that explains the options and fixes the problems.
Excellent Doctor in all respects.
Great Doctor Merrill and staff very professional in their tasks.
Exceptional doctor
My visit are Verry calm all the staff are so nice. I was so nervous about my surgery they made it so easy for me. I am ready for the second one. Great staff❤️
Very professional and caring.