Dr. Vaidya is the absolute best ophthalmologist!!!  He is smart, kind and has the kind of bed side manner that all physicians should emulate.  Thank goodness for yelp reviews on... read moreDr. Vaidya is the absolute best ophthalmologist!!!  He is smart, kind and has the kind of bed side manner that all physicians should emulate.  Thank goodness for yelp reviews on Dr. Vaidya.  I was looking for a retinal specialist and after reading the positive reviews, I decided to make the call for an appointment.  Going to an ophthalmologist can be terrifying because these are a vital part of your senses.  I was experiencing symptoms that were certainly worrisome but after spending time with Dr. Vaidya, I felt that I was in good hands.  Bad news is bad no matter what, but who delivers it by how they do it is crucial to patient compliance and healing.  Doctors forget that their patients are scared and don't have the medical knowledge to digest the complexity of their health issues.  For these reasons, being in the care of a physician like Dr. Vaidya has been a Godsend.  He doesn't make you feel rushed, you leave his office feeling cared about because he addresses all your questions and concerns.  And when I had an emergency on two separate weekends, I had to call and was surprised to have Dr. Vaidya return my call with the same care he shows during his office hours.  I've had personal experience and have known others who have been scolded or rudely treated by doctors because it was on a weekend.  I always feel terrible and hesitant to inconvenience anyone let alone a busy doctor on a weekend, but your body doesn't discriminate weekdays and weekends.  Without going on and on about how wonderful this doctor is...I'll just say please do yourself a favor if you need a retinal specialist and go see Dr. Vaidya. read less

Go to Dr. Vaidya. He is thorough and makes an intelligent assessment of his patients. He patiently listened to my concerns (including the ones I had with my previous doctor)... read moreGo to Dr. Vaidya. He is thorough and makes an intelligent assessment of his patients. He patiently listened to my concerns (including the ones I had with my previous doctor) and devised a plan that worked for me the first time. I had terrible allergies but his expertise extends beyond that (something about macula care?). Ask him questions, he'll answer them. Present your concerns, he'll listen and understand them

Bonus: high-end check-in service and the ability to set up appointments online. All digital = Me like! read less

Everything was on time! I feel that doctor really cares about patients. Nice receptionists. Deffenetly will recommend this clinic if someone from my friends need to see retina specialist!!!

We love Retina OC! The doctor's voice is so calming that it always seems like going to a spa when you go. He is always so patient, in fact, everyone... read moreWe love Retina OC! The doctor's voice is so calming that it always seems like going to a spa when you go. He is always so patient, in fact, everyone there is always so patient. The receptionists are always super nice and the wait is never long. Out of all the doctors my mom has seen, this is our favorite to visit! read less

All around great doctor - very thorough in approach and evaluation, very pleasant personality.  highly recommend

Great Doctor very organized and uses the latest technology out there. Very in contact with his patients, he is always there if you need him for emergency, He as a... read moreGreat Doctor very organized and uses the latest technology out there. Very in contact with his patients, he is always there if you need him for emergency, He as a great staff working for him . highly recommended. A++++ read less

First class experience.

Friendly staff. Complete and thorough examination. Very nice doctor.

This is a very impressive organization. The office is beautiful, staff attentive and helpful, seamless experience. I was having an issue over a holiday week-end, left a message... read moreThis is a very impressive organization. The office is beautiful, staff attentive and helpful, seamless experience. I was having an issue over a holiday week-end, left a message and received a call directly from the doctor. He put me at ease and made room in the schedule for an appointment on the next working day.

He apologized that he was out of town and unable to see me immediately. He gave me a referral to an ER Doc in the event my condition worsened or my concern increased.

I am very impressed by his attentive caring, clear explanations and an encouraging set of next steps. Great "bedside" manner.

Highly recommended. read less

Dr. Vaidya is an amazing retinal specialist. He is kind, caring and detailed with his diagnosis and with his surgeries. My wife works for Dr. Vaidya several days a week... read moreDr. Vaidya is an amazing retinal specialist. He is kind, caring and detailed with his diagnosis and with his surgeries. My wife works for Dr. Vaidya several days a week and she has had nothing but good things to say about him. As a husband...it is absolutely essential to me that my wife is treated well. She was not treated well at her previous employer so the last few years with Dr. Vaidya have been a huge blessing. Having my wife come home tired but happy is a HUGE & welcomed change from her old job, where she would often be emotionally distraught & completely exhausted. Dr. Vaidya treats her with respect and kindness like a valued part of the team. It means the world to me because good men, like Dr. Vaidya, who are exceptional at their work and treat people well... are hard to find nowadays.

The OC Carpet & Rug Specialist is proud to give Dr. Vaidya & Retina OC our highest recommendation possible! read less

All I can say is that Dr. Vaidya is the best.  I had been dealing with an eye condition for several months and had gone to many eye doctors who... read moreAll I can say is that Dr. Vaidya is the best.  I had been dealing with an eye condition for several months and had gone to many eye doctors who couldn't diagnose me properly and were providing me with temporary solutions for my problem.  Dr. Vaidya, on the the other hand, was a lifesaver.  He patiently and thoroughly assessed my history, took the time to explain the problem, and was able to provide my eyes the treatment they so desperately needed!  Dr. Vaidya has an easy manner with his patients.  I tend to get very anxious around medical procedures, but Dr. Vaidya was able to help me relax with his calm voice and easygoing demeanor.

Oh, and of course, it doesn't hurt that his office is so high-tech!  I love the ipads at check-in.  In short, Dr. Vaidya is by far the best opthamologist out there (and I have been to many!).  Definitely check out his practice.  You won't regret it! read less

Dr. Valdya is caring, thorough and very informative!  Will recommend to my friends, patients and family.  

Dr. Gong

Excellent Doctor and high tech office. The Doctor was thorough and explained things clearly.

My optometrist recommended an OCT scan due to having a risk for glaucoma. Dr Vaidya did a comprehensive exam and determined that I was very low risk, which provided a... read moreMy optometrist recommended an OCT scan due to having a risk for glaucoma. Dr Vaidya did a comprehensive exam and determined that I was very low risk, which provided a peace of mind. He is a great doctor who is informative and thorough in is explanations. I received the scan results and notes from the exam within 30 minutes after leaving. The office environment was stellar - the front desk, staff and environment. They were very responsive during scheduling and questions. read less

Dr. Vaidya is all class.  Not only is his office welcoming, inviting, and state-of-the-art, but there is no wait time at all.  He personally walks patients through diagnostic tests, explaining... read moreDr. Vaidya is all class.  Not only is his office welcoming, inviting, and state-of-the-art, but there is no wait time at all.  He personally walks patients through diagnostic tests, explaining everything along the way.  

His office is very high tech - he uses ipads at check in!

He takes his time with everyone and genuinely is concerned about their well-being.

If you would like a boutique-style experience that few can match, make sure you stop by Dr. Vaidya's ophthalmology/retina practice. read less

For years I went to another Orange County Retina doctor.  I felt like a part on an assembly line.  Appointments lasted almost half a day while I waited with continuous... read moreFor years I went to another Orange County Retina doctor.  I felt like a part on an assembly line.  Appointments lasted almost half a day while I waited with continuous dilation to finally see the doctors.  They could have received much more income if they opened a restaurant inside the office.  And the staff was immune to any inquiry about wait times and schedule problems.  Zombies would be a more appropriate term than staff.

When i finally became disgusted and decided to jump off the assembly line of care I was receiving, I found Dr. Vaidya.  What a difference in terms of treatment and respect.  Get off the assembly line and schedule an appointment.  You will be pleased.

Dale Marco

Laguna Niguel read less