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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Competent and friendly, I saw Dr. Kirk after I had an injury to my eye, he was thorough in checking my eye to make sure my injury was healing.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Great knowledgeable doctor with great ,carrying personality.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Amazing staff and Doctor from beginning to end of visit!
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
He’s the best! Five stars for sure! I would definitely refer him! 🩷
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Very knowledgeable. He helped my husband preserve his eyesight when my husband had shingles. I feel very lucky to have him as my doctor.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Kirk communicates well with patients about their condition and allows time to discuss and answer questions. He reviews history and notes any changes. His staff is exceptional making the testing more relaxed. The atmosphere is comfortable and professional.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent doctor that always listens and answers your questions and is very thorough. I’ve been seeing him for years and very confident in his care.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Clear instructions for surgery. Answered all my questions.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very informative about a procedure I am not familiar with and very concerned about.
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.
Competent and friendly, I saw Dr. Kirk after I had an injury to my eye, he was thorough in checking my eye to make sure my injury was healing.
Great knowledgeable doctor with great ,carrying personality.
Amazing staff and Doctor from beginning to end of visit!
He’s the best! Five stars for sure! I would definitely refer him! 🩷
Very knowledgeable. He helped my husband preserve his eyesight when my husband had shingles. I feel very lucky to have him as my doctor.
Dr Kirk communicates well with patients about their condition and allows time to discuss and answer questions. He reviews history and notes any changes. His staff is exceptional making the testing more relaxed. The atmosphere is comfortable and professional.
Excellent doctor that always listens and answers your questions and is very thorough. I’ve been seeing him for years and very confident in his care.
Clear instructions for surgery. Answered all my questions.
Very informative about a procedure I am not familiar with and very concerned about.
Friendly….nice staff….knowledgeable….answers questions