Ophthalmology: Comprehensive Eye Care, Glaucoma, Cataract
San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria, Pismo Beach
Most recent review: 6 days ago
New
4.9
612 Ratings
228 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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Very thankful for Pacific Eye and Dr. Merrill for getting me in for an emergency visit. Dr. Merrill was clear and thorough in his explanations and I left feeling confident in the outcome of the problem.
(6 days ago)
Sep-2026
Very thorough and explained everything understandably
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Thorough & Professional
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Explained things well. Very good interpersoal skills.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
What I really liked about the doctor is that he shook my hand, made eye eye contact professionally, and personally, and spoke to me like a human being, not just another cattle and a cattle car!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Very thorough and compassionate doctor that closely listened to my health issue that is effecting my eye.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
He was great. He was very knowledgeable and I felt integrity in his recommendations too.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Was professional and provided me with medical details regarding my eye health status and options available for treatment which was reassuring for potential future eye care.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
I always appreciate how Dr. Merrill reads the history and test since the last appointment to bring himself up to the minute on me as a patient every time without fail. I trust him.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Merrill was very friendly and knowledgeable about glaucoma. He thoroughly looked through my history and determined I was using the best drops for my condition
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
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.
Very thankful for Pacific Eye and Dr. Merrill for getting me in for an emergency visit. Dr. Merrill was clear and thorough in his explanations and I left feeling confident in the outcome of the problem.
Very thorough and explained everything understandably
Thorough & Professional
Explained things well. Very good interpersoal skills.
What I really liked about the doctor is that he shook my hand, made eye eye contact professionally, and personally, and spoke to me like a human being, not just another cattle and a cattle car!
Very thorough and compassionate doctor that closely listened to my health issue that is effecting my eye.
He was great. He was very knowledgeable and I felt integrity in his recommendations too.
Was professional and provided me with medical details regarding my eye health status and options available for treatment which was reassuring for potential future eye care.
I always appreciate how Dr. Merrill reads the history and test since the last appointment to bring himself up to the minute on me as a patient every time without fail. I trust him.
Dr Merrill was very friendly and knowledgeable about glaucoma. He thoroughly looked through my history and determined I was using the best drops for my condition