Dr. Philip Taunton is one of the experienced optometrists at Eye Care of San Diego. He has been with our team for over 20 years.
Education, Training & Certifications
Dr. Taunton earned his degree from Bradford University School of Optometry in Great Britain in 1968. He studied with The New England College of Optometry, where he earned a Certificate of Advanced Study in Ocular Disease and Pharmaceutical Application. Dr. Taunton also trained at Westville University Natal in South Africa.
Dr. Philip Taunton is one of the experienced optometrists at Eye Care of San Diego. He has been with our team for over 20 years.
Education, Training & Certifications
Dr. Taunton earned his degree from Bradford University School of Optometry in Great Britain in 1968. He studied with The New England College of Optometry, where he earned a Certificate of Advanced Study in Ocular Disease and Pharmaceutical Application. Dr. Taunton also trained at Westville University Natal in South Africa.
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Great feeling of comfort and confidence. I thank Dr Philip and all of the staff there.
(2 months ago)
Mar-2026
Dr is very thorough, knowledgeable and personable. Great energy. Highly recommend.
(2 months ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Taunton was knowledgeable, friendly and through. Can’t wait to see him again next year!
(3 months ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Taunton is always kind and very good at what he does. I have been coming to him for years.
(3 months ago)
Feb-2026
Competent and very helpful. Great session
(3 months ago)
Feb-2026
He always gives me a thorough examination and provides answers to any questions I may have.
(3 months ago)
Feb-2026
Love Phil Taunton.
(3 months ago)
Feb-2026
Always
(4 months ago)
Jan-2026
Very good appt very professional very comfortable
(4 months ago)
Jan-2026
Kind caring exam
(4 months ago)
Jan-2026
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Eye Care of San Diego: Escondido
700 West El Norte Parkway Escondido, CA 92026
Dr. Philip Taunton is one of the experienced optometrists at Eye Care of San Diego. He has been with our team for over 20 years.
Education, Training & Certifications Dr. Taunton earned his degree from Bradford University School of Optometry in Great Britain in 1968. He studied with The New England College of Optometry, where he earned a Certificate of Advanced Study in Ocular Disease and Pharmaceutical Application. Dr. Taunton also trained at Westville University Natal in South Africa.
Dr. Taunton is licensed with the California state board, and the National Board of Optometry in Basic Science, Clinical Science, Clinical Skills and Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease. In 1997, he joined Eye Care of San Diego as a resident optometrist and contact lens specialist. He specializes in aphakic, keratoconus and post-surgical contact lens fitting. Dr. Taunton attained Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agent certification with the California state board in December 1997. He became one of the first 0ptometrists in California to receive certification for the treatment and management of glaucoma.
Dr. Taunton has worked professionally as an optometrist in Great Britain and South Africa, in addition to over 30 years in San Diego. He was involved in providing the first one-hour comprehensive laboratory service for eyeglasses in Durban, S.A.
Great feeling of comfort and confidence. I thank Dr Philip and all of the staff there.
Dr is very thorough, knowledgeable and personable. Great energy. Highly recommend.
Dr Taunton was knowledgeable, friendly and through. Can’t wait to see him again next year!
Dr Taunton is always kind and very good at what he does. I have been coming to him for years.
Competent and very helpful. Great session
He always gives me a thorough examination and provides answers to any questions I may have.
Love Phil Taunton.
Always
Very good appt very professional very comfortable
Kind caring exam