Comprehensive Ophthalmology The Comprehensive Ophthalmology Service at the UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute provides state-of-the art primary medical eye care. Our comprehensive ophthalmologists expertly screen for eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration, and also for diseases involving the eye, such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Home General Ophthalmology State-of-the art primary medical eye care Our academic physicians are medical school faculty members who expertly screen for eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration, and also for medical diseases involving the eye, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, and for side effects of medication on vision and the eye. They specialize in solving complex diagnostic dilemmas, and managing difficult cases, where standard therapy has failed. In cases where specialized surgical care is required from one or more of our subspecialists, our Comprehensive Ophthalmologists are best qualified to determine the appropriate referrals for the specific needs of the patient, and are able to expedite appointments. Their close collaborations with UCI Health’s primary care and emergency services makes it possible for them to more effectively coordinate necessary medical care.