Dr. Daniel D. Esmaili, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of diseases of the retina and vitreous, with a special interest in treating age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion.
Dr. Daniel D. Esmaili, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of diseases of the retina and vitreous, with a special interest in treating age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion.
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I, unfortunately, have to visit a lot of specialist. Dr Esmailli is by far my favorite!! I moved quite a ways away from his office 4+ years ago, yet I have not, and will not transfer to another retinal specialist closer to my house. I will make the drive in SoCal traffic because he is that amazing!!
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Excellent service
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Wonderful doctor , always reassuring.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Esmali is very professional and caring. I've been receiving treatment for wet AMD and the injections are painless.More importantly, in my case they've been quite successful. I can highly recommend Dr. Esmali if you need treatment for retinal maladies.
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Very good
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
Always a good experience when seeing this doctor. Very friendly, yet highly professional. Explains things in layman’s terms and takes time to answer any questions. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a retina specialist.
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
Amazing doctor was very helpful
(5 months ago)
Aug-2025
Thorough, detailed and informative about the procedure as well as personable.
(5 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr. Esmaili was amazing. His office got me in right away and he was able to help me with my issue. So thankful!
(6 months ago)
Jul-2025
Dr. Esmaili is exceptionally, he is kind and very knowledgeable. He takes the time with all his patients. He doesn’t treat you like just a number.
(7 months ago)
Jun-2025
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Pacific Eye Institute: Upland Office
555 North 13th Ave. Upland, CA 91786
Dr. Daniel D. Esmaili, M.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of diseases of the retina and vitreous, with a special interest in treating age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion.
Dr. Esmaili is an accomplished author, researcher, and presenter. He has been actively involved in numerous research studies and clinical research trials, has authored peer-reviewed publications and book chapters, and is an oft-sought speaker at local and national scientific meetings.
Dr. Esmaili has received numerous awards, including being named to Super Doctors of Southern California three consecutive years. He obtained his medical degree with the highest distinction from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed a prestigious two-year surgical vitreoretinal fellowship at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary (MEEI) of Harvard Medical School where he was selected as Chief vitreoretinal fellow. He also served as part of the full-time academic faculty at MEEI/Harvard where he also served as Medical Director of the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Retina Consultants satellite practice.
I, unfortunately, have to visit a lot of specialist. Dr Esmailli is by far my favorite!! I moved quite a ways away from his office 4+ years ago, yet I have not, and will not transfer to another retinal specialist closer to my house. I will make the drive in SoCal traffic because he is that amazing!!
Excellent service
Wonderful doctor , always reassuring.
Dr. Esmali is very professional and caring. I've been receiving treatment for wet AMD and the injections are painless.More importantly, in my case they've been quite successful. I can highly recommend Dr. Esmali if you need treatment for retinal maladies.
Very good
Always a good experience when seeing this doctor. Very friendly, yet highly professional. Explains things in layman’s terms and takes time to answer any questions. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a retina specialist.
Amazing doctor was very helpful
Thorough, detailed and informative about the procedure as well as personable.
Dr. Esmaili was amazing. His office got me in right away and he was able to help me with my issue. So thankful!
Dr. Esmaili is exceptionally, he is kind and very knowledgeable. He takes the time with all his patients. He doesn’t treat you like just a number.