At West Coast Eye Institute, our team is dedicated to providing exceptional eye care with a patient-first approach. Led by highly skilled ophthalmologists and experienced staff, we are committed to delivering advanced treatments and personalized solutions for all your vision needs. From routine eye exams to cutting-edge surgical procedures, our team combines expertise, innovation, and compassionate care to help you achieve optimal eye health.
Voted Best Cataract Surgeon of 2023
Meet Our Expert Eye Care Team
Sandeep Walia, MD
Refractive and Comprehensive Surgeon
Dr. Walia is a comprehensive surgeon with an extensive background in medical retina, having trained at Emory University in Atlanta, GA, and furthered his cataract expertise at Harvard University. Recognized as an industry leader, Dr. Walia was honored with the prestigious title of “Best Cataract Surgeons of America 2023” by the College of Elective Surgery. His significant contributions to the field are underscored by his role as a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for renowned organizations such as RxSight, Topcon, Bausch + Lomb Pharmaceuticals, and Bausch + Lomb Surgery. Dr. Walia’s expertise and influence in ophthalmology continue to advance the future of cataract surgery and elevate patient care.
Anuj Chawla, MD
Retina Specialist
Dr. Anuj Chawla is a fellowship-trained retina specialist focused on protecting and restoring patients’ vision through expert medical and surgical treatment of retinal conditions. He offers thorough evaluations and personalized care for a broad range of issues affecting the retina, vitreous, and macula at West Coast Eye Institute, drawing on advanced diagnostic tools and the latest evidence-based treatment approaches.
Providers
Catherine Nickell, NP
Asusena Warolin, NP
Carissa Holland, NP
Dr. Ghali, OD
Clinical Staff
Julia Castillo, COO
Maria Martinez
Brenda Galvan
Maira Hernandez
Aisha Prieto
Ana Camacho
Andrea Cabrera
Catherine Codiroli
Crystal Ramirez
Jasmine Rivera
Jen Jacobo
Jissel Galvan
Monica Belmontes
Nancy Valenzuela
Stephanie Rivera
Vanessa Rodriquez
