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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Answers my questions without a problem
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
He's so knowledgeable and dedicated to his patients.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Thank you Dr Sugiyama for a great explanation of my exam !!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Very Professional
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Good job
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
The only thing good about this was that the doctor was really nice and he was very helpful. He explained everything well and answered all my questions.
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
Muy bien atencion gracias
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
Goat
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
Very patient and concerned. Took time to answer my questions and thoroughly answer them. Professional friendly and caring.
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
Gr8 Optometrist who is very patient friendly and attentive to his patients needs.
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
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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
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 !!
Very Professional
Good job
The only thing good about this was that the doctor was really nice and he was very helpful. He explained everything well and answered all my questions.
Muy bien atencion gracias
Goat
Very patient and concerned. Took time to answer my questions and thoroughly answer them. Professional friendly and caring.
Gr8 Optometrist who is very patient friendly and attentive to his patients needs.