Our Services
Background Information About Dr. Shimada
Our La Habra optometry office focuses on full-scope optometry, and Dr. Shimada enjoys having a personal eye doctor /patient relationship with each of her patients whether they are 2 or 92. She is especially interested in the area of family practice and pediatrics.
Dr. Shimada's office is located in La Habra, Ca on Whittier Blvd (near Harbor and Cypress) in the city of La Habra, CA. Besides the local area of La Habra, she sees many patients in the surrounding North Orange County cities of Brea, Fullerton, La Mirada, Whittier, etc as well.
It is important to have ANNUAL eye examinations, for both adults AND CHILDREN. All patients need an annual eye exam to ensure their eyes stay healthy. Eye exams are not just for people who wear eyeglasses and contact lenses !! As your eye doctor, Dr. Shimada will do her best to make sure your eyes stay healthy and that you are able to see your best.
Dr. Shimada LOVES children, and is able to check the vision of infants as young as six months of age. We have a children's corner filled with toys, books, and movies designed to keep your child happy and occupied. Not only does Dr. Shimada like "playing eyecare games" with children, she rewards them with a special prize after their eye exam is done!
Dr. Shimada LOVES children, and is able to check the vision of infants as young as six months of age. We have a children's corner filled with toys, books, and movies designed to keep your child happy and occupied. Not only does Dr. Shimada like "playing eyecare games" with children, she rewards them with a special prize after their eye exam is done!
Our office also strongly believes in the value of education, and each year, Dr. Shimada sponsors several student class field trips from schools in the local La Habra School District to her optometry office for an informative and fun "hands-on" vision presentation.
Dr. Shimada encourages her students to maintain good grades by offering them a special prize if they receive at least one "A" on their report card . . . not only that, but they will be listed on Dr. Shimada's "Star Student Bulletin" in honor of their AWESOME academic accomplishments !!
Dr. Shimada is a Board Certified optometrist, and can treat and manage most ocular disease. You can come to our Eye Care office for almost any eye problem you might have. Dr. Shimada especially enjoys treating patients who suffer from "red eye", "pink eye", dry eyes, and eye allergies . As your eye doctor, Dr. Shimada will make sure you and your family get the eyecare treatment you need.
Dr. Shimada also co-manages patients in the newest LASIK vision procedures. In fact, Dr.Shimada had refractive surgery done on her own eyes. If you are interested in finding out whether this surgical procedure might be appropriate for you, our office would be happy to discuss this option further with you.
Eye care services offered in Dr. Shimada's office include comprehensive eye exams for the whole family, contact lens fittings of all types, vision therapy, LASIK evaluation, and frame styling to compliment your lifestyle. Dr. Shimada offers a wonderful selection of frames, and the most up to date "State Of The Art" equipment to best serve you, our valued patients. Of course, outside contact lenses or glasses prescriptions are always welcome.
Please call our optometry office in La Habra CA to make an appointment. We look forward to starting a long - term relationship with you and your family soon.
Eye care services offered in Dr. Shimada's office include comprehensive eye exams for the whole family, contact lens fittings of all types, vision therapy, LASIK evaluation, and frame styling to compliment your lifestyle. Dr. Shimada offers a wonderful selection of frames, and the most up to date "State Of The Art" equipment to best serve you, our valued patients. Of course, outside contact lenses or glasses prescriptions are always welcome.
Please call our optometry office in La Habra CA to make an appointment. We look forward to starting a long - term relationship with you and your family soon.
Facilities and Equipment
Frame Selection
Dr. Shimada carries a large selection of frames. Our office carries such designer names as: Ray- Ban; Coach; Cole Haan; Candies; Sketchers; Converse; Nike; Lucky; BCBG; BeBe and more. We are also carrying the brand-new Lamb and GX frame lines by Gwen Stefani. We also carry many popular children's styles such as Disney, Converse, Barbie, Sketchers and others.
For your peace of mind, most of our adults and children's frames carry an one - year frame replacement warranty against normal breakage.
State of the Art Equipment
Dr. Shimada has the newest equipment technology to best serve you, our valued patient.
-Retinal Camera - retinal photos of your eye are taken at your yearly exam to make sure the back of your eye stays healthy. Truly, when it comes to your eye health, one picture IS worth a thousand words.
-Aberrometer Autorefractor - your refractive prescription is taken and aberrations of your eye measured. Custom lenses tailored specifically for your eyes are now available.
-Matrix Visual Fields - necessary to test your peripheral vision and to check for diseases such as glaucoma
-Digital Visual Acuity Screen
Types of Payment Accepted
We accept Cash, Personal Checks, Debit Card, Master Card, and Visa.
Insurance Plans
We participate with VSP, Medicare, Medicaid, Cal Optima, Medical Eye Services, Healthy Families, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, and many other vision insurances too numerous to name. Please call Dr. Shimada's office to find out if Dr. Shimada is on the provider list for your particular vision insurance plan. We also will provide eye exams and glasses on a sliding fee scale if necessary. Please know that making sure your eyecare needs are being taken care of is our highest priority. Check with our staff if you have other types of coverage.
EyeGlass Guide
EyeGlass Guide will help you better understand the many lens choices available to you. This on-line tool will guide you through a series of questions about you, your lifestyle and your specific eyewear needs. At the end, you'll receive eyewear suggestions specifically tailored to meet your needs. EyeGlass Guide is brought to you by Transitions.
Photochromic Demonstrations
View an instant demonstration of Transitions photochromic technology. See how lenses darken and fade back to clear to provide continual visual comfort and protection. Demonstrations brought to you by Transitions.