Dr. Dennis Sugiyama, O.D., is a highly skilled optometrist with over 30 years of experience in medical and primary care optometry. A graduate of the Southern California College of Optometry, he completed a prestigious medical optometry residency at the West Los Angeles Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center, specializing in geriatric and hospital-based care. Dr. Sugiyama is glaucoma-certified and has expertise in managing complex anterior and posterior segment diseases, post-operative care, and specialty contact lenses.
Dr. Dennis Sugiyama, O.D., is a highly skilled optometrist with over 30 years of experience in medical and primary care optometry. A graduate of the Southern California College of Optometry, he completed a prestigious medical optometry residency at the West Los Angeles Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center, specializing in geriatric and hospital-based care. Dr. Sugiyama is glaucoma-certified and has expertise in managing complex anterior and posterior segment diseases, post-operative care, and specialty contact lenses.
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Professional and caring.
(3 days ago)
Apr-2026
Friendly and listening.
Spend time with patient.
Clearly explained
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Very kind and understanding Doctor
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Excellent
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Given examination throughly
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Good Doctor thanks
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Thank you Doctor, you've been great, and I'm sorry for misspelling your last name in the comments!
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Answers my questions without a problem
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
He's so knowledgeable and dedicated to his patients.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Thank you Dr Sugiyama for a great explanation of my exam !!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
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Mission Hills
11550 Indian Hills Rd Suite 341 Mission Hills, CA 91345
Dr. Dennis Sugiyama, O.D., is a highly skilled optometrist with over 30 years of experience in medical and primary care optometry. A graduate of the Southern California College of Optometry, he completed a prestigious medical optometry residency at the West Los Angeles Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center, specializing in geriatric and hospital-based care. Dr. Sugiyama is glaucoma-certified and has expertise in managing complex anterior and posterior segment diseases, post-operative care, and specialty contact lenses.
Active in professional organizations such as the American Academy of Optometry and the California Optometric Association, he is committed to advancing eye care through education and community service. In his free time, Dr. Sugiyama enjoys volunteering, engaging in health fairs, and giving back to his local community.
EDUCATION: O.D. (Doctor of Optometry) Marshall B. Ketchum University Fullerton, CA, 1991
B.A., Psychology (Child Development) University of California, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA, 1986
TRAINING: Residency Medical Optometry West Los Angeles Veteran's Affairs Medical Center Los Angeles, CA, 1992
LICENSURES: California State Board of Optometry, 1991 Drug Enforcement Administration Registration, 2022 Glaucoma Certification, CA State Board of Optometry, 2017
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Member — American Academy of Ophthalmology Member — American Optometric Association Member — California Optometric Association Treasurer — San Gabriel Valley Optometric Society Delegate, House of Representatives — California Optometric Association Congress President's Council and Leadership Quorum — California Optometric Association
Professional and caring.
Friendly and listening. Spend time with patient. Clearly explained
Very kind and understanding Doctor
Excellent
Given examination throughly
Good Doctor thanks
Thank you Doctor, you've been great, and I'm sorry for misspelling your last name in the comments!
Answers my questions without a problem
He's so knowledgeable and dedicated to his patients.
Thank you Dr Sugiyama for a great explanation of my exam !!