Ophthalmology: Comprehensive Eye Care, Glaucoma, Cataract
San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria, Pismo Beach
Most recent review: 2 days ago
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4.8
516 Ratings
198 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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kind and clear speaking
(2 days ago)
Mar-2026
Great doctor 👍
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Amazing gifted doctor. Changes lives with his skills.
(6 days ago)
Mar-2026
Thorough and professional!
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
I'm very impressed with the way that Dr. Merrill explains things and gives me choices about what the options are. Best, ophthalmologist around.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great eye doctor..
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Merrill is always professional and sincere in his practice!
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very professional and knowledgeable. Doesn't try to sell you on a procedure you don't need. And the biggest part is that he doesn't push drugs on you if you don't need them.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
The doctor was very thorough in explaining the condition of my eye. I’m glad it was an extra thorough exam and my eyes are fine.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Very good, very thorough, very knowledgeable, not rushed, took time to listen, explained things well, easy to understand, good personality, pleasant!
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
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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.
kind and clear speaking
Great doctor 👍
Amazing gifted doctor. Changes lives with his skills.
Thorough and professional!
I'm very impressed with the way that Dr. Merrill explains things and gives me choices about what the options are. Best, ophthalmologist around.
Great eye doctor..
Dr. Merrill is always professional and sincere in his practice!
Very professional and knowledgeable. Doesn't try to sell you on a procedure you don't need. And the biggest part is that he doesn't push drugs on you if you don't need them.
The doctor was very thorough in explaining the condition of my eye. I’m glad it was an extra thorough exam and my eyes are fine.
Very good, very thorough, very knowledgeable, not rushed, took time to listen, explained things well, easy to understand, good personality, pleasant!