Ophthalmology: Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye, Cornea, LASIK Eye Surgery
Upland, Eastvale, Rancho Cucamonga, Hesperia
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.8
438 Ratings
171 Comments
Dr. Ryan G. Smith is a board-certified ophthalmologist and corneal specialist who has been working at Pacific Eye Institute since 2020.
After his residency in Ophthalmology at Stanford University, Dr. Smith was recognized as one of the top 10 residents in the country by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He then completed a fellowship in Cornea, External Disease, Refractive Surgery, and Complicated Anterior Segment Surgery at the University of California-Irvine.
Dr. Ryan G. Smith is a board-certified ophthalmologist and corneal specialist who has been working at Pacific Eye Institute since 2020.
After his residency in Ophthalmology at Stanford University, Dr. Smith was recognized as one of the top 10 residents in the country by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He then completed a fellowship in Cornea, External Disease, Refractive Surgery, and Complicated Anterior Segment Surgery at the University of California-Irvine.
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Dr Smith is amazing
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Thank you!
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
My impression a true professional he loves what he's doing. I hope he shows me that professionalism when I go and visit him in December.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Made me feel like I've known him for years
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
"The Best!"
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Great doctor
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
He was very friendly, answered all my questions. I a, very satisfied.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Talks too fast for good understanding. Pleasant and friendly.
(2 months ago)
Oct-2025
Doesn't listen well. In a hurry to leave.
(2 months ago)
Oct-2025
Always kind. Always listens to concerns. Has actually helped me with my dry eye issue when I’ve been coming there for years and had no improvement until I started seeing Dr Smith.
(2 months ago)
Oct-2025
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Pacific Eye Institute: Upland Office
555 North 13th Ave. Upland, CA 91786
Pacific Eye Institute: Eastvale Office
12442 Limonite Ave Unit 200 Eastvale, CA 91752
Pacific Eye Institute: Hesperia Office
11959 Mariposa Rd Hesperia, CA 92345
Pacific Eye Institute: Rancho Cucamonga Office
8112 Milliken Ave Suite 203 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Dr. Ryan G. Smith is a board-certified ophthalmologist and corneal specialist who has been working at Pacific Eye Institute since 2020.
After his residency in Ophthalmology at Stanford University, Dr. Smith was recognized as one of the top 10 residents in the country by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He then completed a fellowship in Cornea, External Disease, Refractive Surgery, and Complicated Anterior Segment Surgery at the University of California-Irvine.
Dr. Smith is excited to provide state-of-the-art cataract surgery including implants that give you both near and far vision, advanced full thickness and partial thickness cornea transplants surgeries (DMEK, DSAEK, PKP), and LASIK surgery to the Inland Empire, utilizing cutting-edge technology to deliver the best possible results while always treating patients like family.
Dr. Smith also believes in making a positive impact globally as well as in his community. He has completed mission trips to Belize and Nepal with the Stanford Belize Kids program and the Himalayan Cataract Project, the latter a nonprofit organization that has revolutionized the way ophthalmology is practiced in the developing world.
He is motivated to pass along his knowledge to the next generation, a passion he pursues by teaching residents and medical students. He holds an appointment as an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at UC-Irvine (go Anteaters!) and has published articles in prominent peer-reviewed publications including co-authoring a textbook to teach residents cataract surgery. He has also presented numerous papers at international meetings.
Dr. Smith loves exploring Southern California in all its splendor. He enjoys playing tennis, paddle boarding, hiking, learning to surf, skiing, and gardening.
Dr Smith is amazing
Thank you!
My impression a true professional he loves what he's doing. I hope he shows me that professionalism when I go and visit him in December.
Made me feel like I've known him for years
"The Best!"
Great doctor
He was very friendly, answered all my questions. I a, very satisfied.
Talks too fast for good understanding. Pleasant and friendly.
Doesn't listen well. In a hurry to leave.
Always kind. Always listens to concerns. Has actually helped me with my dry eye issue when I’ve been coming there for years and had no improvement until I started seeing Dr Smith.