South Coast Retina Center

I took my mom and the staff is pleasant. They took the time to explain what was going to happen and why they were doing the procedure. Dr Carson and his staff were very patient with my mom who by the way is 87, a definite A rating and Kudos to the staff you guys are the Best. Thank You so much for patience.

I was in LA last week to celebrate New Years and I unfortunately had a retina tear which required immediate attention. I found a competent ophthalmologist in the area (Dr Carl Hartman), who examined me and then contacted Dr. Nguyen. Dr. Nguyen then met me at his office 2 hrs later, on New Years Eve and examined me. He then contacted a local hospital and made arrangements for surgery the next morning to repair the tear in my retina. I am amazed at the quick, thorough attention I received from Dr, Nguyen and his interest in making sure I received the treatment I needed. He performed the surgery and I was released later that morning… all in less than 24 hours! We were able to commence with most all of our vacation plans for the weekend thanks to Dr. Nguyen! He also followed up with us a couple of days later to make sure all was well. Thank you, Dr. Nguyen!

Love dr. Gasperini. Dr. Nguyen was great too. Had a sclera buckle done by her. Waiting is long but has improved since they moved in bigger office. Great staff also.

I am being treated by Dr. Julie Gasperini in the Torrance, CA office & she is super smart, kind & caring & although busy exhibits an awesome bedside manner… I am totally satisfied!

This review is not about the doctors, but focused on the running of the office. My husband had an appointment. We arrived early and they took him back early and I thought how amazing for a doctor’s office. Then he came back out and explained it was the technician that had seen him to do what he needed to do. And then we waited for the doctor. And waited. And waited. And two hours after his appointment time, my husband was finally called back to see the doctor. Yes, TWO hours. I understand not being able to stay on schedule every day, but that’s a bit ridiculous don’t you think?
Just be aware that you may be spending half your day here if you have an appointment. And, do bring a sweater. They keep arctic temperatures in the waiting room.

I have been seeing Dr. Carson for over twenty years. Before that time my mother saw him. Two weeks ago, my daughter had a very serious episode where she suddenly lost some vision, saw a dark line etc. we called the office after hours, and Dr. Julie promptly returned the call. Even though Laura was not a patient, Dr. Julie went through her symptoms and said if they persisted in the morning, to promptly call and make an appointment. The symptoms persisted and my daughter was able to see Dr. Nguyen almost immediately. It was not a retinal tear but something else for which they treated her. There was some insurance issues and they treated her anyway. I cannot say enough for these doctors. By the way, I am a retired trial lawyer and I know good doctors when I see them.