Ophthalmology: Comprehensive Eye Care, Glaucoma, Cataract
San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria, Pismo Beach
Most recent review: 6 days ago
New
4.8
488 Ratings
190 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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Such a great Dr
(6 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Merrill is very kind, professional, helpful, and informative... so glad we were referred to him. All of the staff at Pacific Eye Surgeons were also top notch.
(6 days ago)
Jan-2026
A very thorough doctor. Kind and helpful
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
He explained everything I need to know about my eyes. Great Dr.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Always treats my mother with respect.
He's the best!
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Always enjoy my visit to see Dr morrell keep up the great work Lucy. Happy Thanksgiving
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Professional, informative, good listener, polite & respectful.
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Merrill very caring and informative .
(2 months 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.
(2 months 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.
(3 months ago)
Oct-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.
Such a great Dr
Dr. Merrill is very kind, professional, helpful, and informative... so glad we were referred to him. All of the staff at Pacific Eye Surgeons were also top notch.
A very thorough doctor. Kind and helpful
He explained everything I need to know about my eyes. Great Dr.
Always treats my mother with respect. He's the best!
Always enjoy my visit to see Dr morrell keep up the great work Lucy. Happy Thanksgiving
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.