Dr. Pooja Patel

Independent Doctor of Optometry
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Given the rapidly changing environment due to COVID-19, I have made the difficult decision to temporarily close the office, and suspend all routine eye care from March 19th to April 21st. We will be open limited hours there after for urgent appoi...
Given the rapidly changing environment due to COVID-19, I have made the difficult decision to temporarily close the office, and suspend all routine eye care from March 19th to April 21st. We will be open limited hours there after for urgent appointments. I will continue to follow guidelines set forth by CDC and the California Optometric Association, and do whatever is in the best interest of my patients and office staff.
If you have an ocular emergency please go to your local ER. For other urgent questions please call the optical department at (626)584-2980 for assistance.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time. Please continue to stay safe and healthy.

Sincerely,
Pooja Patel O.D.






Dr. Pooja Patel was born and raised in London, England. She moved to Southern California with her family before entering high school. Upon graduating high school Dr. Patel attended the University of California San Diego, and then went on to attend the New England College of Optometry for her optometric education.

Dr. Patel is committed to providing the highest quality eye care to her patients. She takes her time getting to know each patient and learning exactly what their visual needs are. To Dr. Patel patient satisfaction is paramount. She works hard to stay current on the latest advances in eye care, and regularly attends continuing education seminars. As a result, her practice features state-of-the-art-technologies, such as Optomap Ultra-wide Digital Retinal Imaging.

Outside of the office Dr. Patel is committed to spending time with her family. She is currently enjoying learning the ins and outs of becoming a new mother. She also enjoys reading , travelling and watching movies. She loves meeting and connecting with people and looks forward to providing you and family with the best vision care solutions for your needs.
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Services
  • Contact Lens Examination
  • Contact Lens Fittings
  • Online Scheduling
  • Same Day Exams
  • Walk-in Exams
  • Digital Retinal Imaging
  • Computer Vision
Exam Fees
  • Eye Exam Starting Fee $75.00
  • Contact Lens Starting Fee $109.00 Includes Fitting Fee,Includes Eyeglass Exam
  • Dilation Fee $39.00
Insurance/Discount Plans
We accept most insurances, including:
  • Aetna
  • Cigna Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • Eymed
  • Humana
  • Aetna
  • Cigna Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • Eymed
  • Humana
  • MES
  • Superior Vision
Payment Types
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Discover
  • American Express
  • Applepay
  • We Do Not Accept Target Red Card Or Personal Check
Languages
  • English
Location
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Dr. Pooja Patel
3121 E Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, California 91107
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Phone:
(626) 844-9262
(626) 844-9262
Fax:
(626) 584-2997
(626) 584-2997

Hours

Day of the WeekHours
Mon10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SunClosed

Hours

Day of the WeekHours
Monday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SundayClosed
About Us
Dr. Pooja Patel is the local eye doctor to see for all of your Optometry needs in Pasadena, CA. From contact lens examinations to contact lens fittings to general eye care, Dr. Pooja Patel will help diagnose, treat, and assess your overall health—and how it affects your eyes. Busy? We offer online, walk-in, and same day exams to fit your schedule. Dr. Pooja Patel also accepts many insurance carriers and discount plans. Come visit our office at 3121 E Colorado Blvd Pasadena, CA 91107 and schedule an eye exam today!
Dr. Pooja Patel
A perfect trip to the eye doctor is a mashup of style, convenience, and healthy eyes that let you see your best. We strive to provide patients with all three. Our goal is to help you leave seeing clearly with a great look and an experience that was simple and easy.
Education
  • Dr. Patel attended the University of California San Diego,and then went on to attend the New England College of Optometry, graduating in 2008.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see an optometrist?
When should I see an optometrist?
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You should see an optometrist once a year whether or not you believe you need vision correction. An annual eye exam can detect not only eye diseases but also other diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure. Schedule your eye exam today.
What should I bring to my eye exam?
What should I bring to my eye exam?
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You should bring your vision insurance and medical insurance information to your eye exam. If you currently wear any prescription lenses, bring your eyeglasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. You should also bring any and all questions you may have. Contact your optometrist if you have specific questions about any additional items you think you may need to bring to your eye exam.
How do I know if my child needs glasses?
How do I know if my child needs glasses?
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Taking your child to an optometrist for an eye exam is the best way to learn if your child needs glasses. Many children who need glasses aren’t aware that they do. Signs of vision problems in children include sitting too close to the television, squinting, sensitivity to light, difficulty with eye-hand coordination, and avoiding visual activities like reading and drawing. To see if your child needs glasses, schedule your child’s eye exam today.
How does my vision change with age?
How does my vision change with age?
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Changes in vision that occur with age include reduced pupil size, dry eyes, loss of peripheral vision, decreased color vision, and vitreous detachment. The most common vision problem that comes with age is presbyopia, which is the normal and unavoidable age-related loss of focusing ability. Different types of lenses can provide help for presbyopia. The risk of developing cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy increases with age too. Your optometrist will discuss any age-related vision problems you’re experiencing at your next annual eye exam.
Who can wear contact lenses?
Who can wear contact lenses?
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Nearly anyone who needs vision correction can wear contact lenses. Contact lenses can provide vision correction for people with nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or a combination of these issues. Finding the perfect lens for you is sometimes a process of trial and error. All of the lens parameters can be finalized only after you’ve worn the successful combination. Schedule an eye exam to talk with your optometrist about whether contact lenses would be a good vision correction option for you.
What conditions can an optometrist treat?
What conditions can an optometrist treat?
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An optometrist can treat vision problems like myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. An optometrist also often treats common eye problems like dry eye syndrome and eye infections. An optometrist can also treat chronic eye diseases such as glaucoma. Optometrists are trained to detect and diagnose all eye problems and eye diseases. Schedule an eye exam today if you are experiencing any problems with your eyes or your vision.
What is involved in an eye exam?
What is involved in an eye exam?
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An eye exam involves a series of simple but comprehensive tests that allow your optometrist to assess your vision and your eye health. Your optometrist will discuss the results of your eye exam with you and determine the right prescription to help you to see your best.
Why should I get an eye exam?
Why should I get an eye exam?
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An annual eye exam involves more than just updating your glasses or contact prescription. A comprehensive eye exam can also detect eye health issues as well as general health problems. Conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure can be detected in early stages through an eye exam, and this can result in early treatment. Schedule your annual eye exam today.
What is a refraction test?
What is a refraction test?
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Your optometrist uses a refraction test to determine your exact eyeglasses prescription. Through showing you a series of lens choices through a device called a phoropter, your optometrist determines the amount of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and/or astigmatism that you have and the lenses needed to correct these vision problems.
How does an optometrist test my eyes?
How does an optometrist test my eyes?
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An optometrist uses several tests and tools to evaluate your eye health and your vision. Your eye exam usually will include a glaucoma test, a retinal screening, a visual field screening, an extraocular muscle test, and a refraction test. The results of these screenings and tests help your optometrist evaluate your vision and overall eye health.
Is a contact lens exam different than an eye exam?
Is a contact lens exam different than an eye exam?
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A normal, comprehensive eye exam will allow your optometrist to determine if your eyes are healthy enough to wear contact lenses. During your contact lens fitting, detailed measurements of your eyes will be taken to determine the right contact lenses for you. There is an additional fee for a contact lens fitting and evaluation for all contact lens patients (both new and established patients). Schedule your eye exam today to have all of your questions about contact lenses answered.
What should I expect from the optometrist?
What should I expect from the optometrist?
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At your optometrist appointment, your optometrist usually will check your eye health and evaluate your vision. After the exam, your optometrist will discuss your vision health and the right prescription for you. Your optometrist can also answer any questions you have about your eye health, eyeglasses, prescription sunglasses, and contact lenses. Schedule your eye exam today.
What is the difference between an eye exam and a vision screening?
What is the difference between an eye exam and a vision screening?
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A comprehensive eye exam is administered by an optometrist and can detect not only vision problems but problems with eye health and general health as well. A vision screening is typically performed by a general medical practitioner such as a pediatrician or a nurse. While a vision screening can help identify vision issues, it can miss many important issues that a comprehensive eye exam can identify. This is why everyone is encouraged to get annual eye exams. Schedule your eye exam today.
How is vision measured?
How is vision measured?
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Vision is measured through a series of tests performed at an eye exam. Visual acuity is commonly measured by a series of two numbers, the first number representing the distance from which a person can clearly see something, and the second number representing the distance from which a person with normal vision can see that same thing. This measurement is typically obtained during an eye exam by having a person read from an eye chart with various sizes of letters.
Can eye exams detect other health issues?
Can eye exams detect other health issues?
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Eye exams can detect eye health issues such as glaucoma and cataracts. Eye exams can also detect general health issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. This is why eye exams are an important part of health maintenance for everyone regardless of age or vision correction needs. Schedule your annual eye exam today.
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THOSE ANNUAL EYE EXAMS MADE QUICK & EASY

We know you’re busy, so why not start the year by getting you and your family in for their annual eye exams. Eye exams should be part of your overall health and wellness, and we can make it easy! Your vision benefits may have renewed at the start of the year*, so there’s no better time than now to visit one of our eye doctors. You and your family can be in and out in no time. Plus, you can even use your flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) dollars to purchase prescription eyeglasses, prescription contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses. The best part is that we’re conveniently located next to the Target Optical store in your neighborhood, so all of your eye care and eyewear needs are in one place. It’s that easy. *Insurance plans may vary. Consult your benefits for more details.
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