Matthew R. Kirk, M.D. is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology, glaucoma, and cataract surgery. Serving the community of La Jolla since 2007, Dr. Kirk is focused on providing the best quality of care for each patient he works with. Dr. Kirk’s training includes Boston University School of Medicine, where he was selected to the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Medical Society.
Matthew R. Kirk, M.D. is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology, glaucoma, and cataract surgery. Serving the community of La Jolla since 2007, Dr. Kirk is focused on providing the best quality of care for each patient he works with. Dr. Kirk’s training includes Boston University School of Medicine, where he was selected to the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Medical Society.
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A long way to see Dr. Kirk but a very nice bedside manner
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Very informative explained everything that I needed to know about cataracts. I felt very comfortable talking to him and getting questions answered.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Had to wait 30 min before tech did preliminary test (then back to the waiting room until seen by doctor)
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
I have a complicated eye situation, and Dr. Kirk is watching it carefully and explains the potential issues that I’m may face. I have full confidence in his abilities because he saved my husband‘s vision when my husband had shingles in one eye. I recommend him highly.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Very knowledgeable and reassuring. Discussed my outlook with me and didn’t push me into any particular decision. Great experience
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
He is very thorough and nice
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
Dr Kirk is a no waste time Doctor that explains everything in his perspective that has helped me understand so much clarity on my eyesight. I am trilled he is my eye Doctor.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
I just had my first visit with Dr Kirk. I had previously seen my current eye Doctor in May and she said couldn’t schedule me for the simple YAG LASIK until August. She also told me I needed both eyes done. My first visit with Dr Kirk he told me I only needed procedure done in one eye and completed the procedure the very same appointment. I am so happy with the results and his honesty that I only needed one eye done. I will definitely recommend Dr Kirk and he is now my new eye Dr.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 months ago)
Jul-2026
he's
the BEST!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 months ago)
Jul-2026
Great eye doctor
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 months ago)
Jun-2026
Eye Care of La Jolla
9834 Genesee Ave Suite 200 La Jolla, CA 92037
Matthew R. Kirk, M.D. is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology, glaucoma, and cataract surgery. Serving the community of La Jolla since 2007, Dr. Kirk is focused on providing the best quality of care for each patient he works with.
Dr. Kirk’s training includes Boston University School of Medicine, where he was selected to the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Medical Society. He did his internship at the Naval Hospital, San Diego and served as a flight surgeon with the 3rd Marine Air Wing at Camp Pendleton and abroad.
After his time in the military, Dr. Kirk went on to do his residency at the world-renowned Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, where he was selected as a chief resident. He joined us at Eye Care of La Jolla in 2007.
In his personal time, Dr. Kirk enjoys a variety of outdoor activities with his family.
A long way to see Dr. Kirk but a very nice bedside manner
Very informative explained everything that I needed to know about cataracts. I felt very comfortable talking to him and getting questions answered.
Had to wait 30 min before tech did preliminary test (then back to the waiting room until seen by doctor)
I have a complicated eye situation, and Dr. Kirk is watching it carefully and explains the potential issues that I’m may face. I have full confidence in his abilities because he saved my husband‘s vision when my husband had shingles in one eye. I recommend him highly.
Very knowledgeable and reassuring. Discussed my outlook with me and didn’t push me into any particular decision. Great experience
He is very thorough and nice
Dr Kirk is a no waste time Doctor that explains everything in his perspective that has helped me understand so much clarity on my eyesight. I am trilled he is my eye Doctor.
I just had my first visit with Dr Kirk. I had previously seen my current eye Doctor in May and she said couldn’t schedule me for the simple YAG LASIK until August. She also told me I needed both eyes done. My first visit with Dr Kirk he told me I only needed procedure done in one eye and completed the procedure the very same appointment. I am so happy with the results and his honesty that I only needed one eye done. I will definitely recommend Dr Kirk and he is now my new eye Dr.
he's the BEST!
Great eye doctor