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Jennifer N. Tam, OD

Optometrist (OD)

Optometry

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Sharp Rees-Stealy

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Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee

619-568-8220
Fax: 619-568-8089

8701 Cuyamaca St.
Floor 3
Santee, CA 92071-4253


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  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee

    8701 Cuyamaca St.
    Floor 3
    Santee, CA 92071-4253
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    619-568-8220
    Fax: 619-568-8089


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About Jennifer N. Tam, OD

I knew at an early age that I wanted to help others; what better way than to give another person the gift of sight? I believe that everyone is an individual with different needs and feel it is important to listen to the patient in order to address their concerns. I strive to provide thorough, compassionate and personalized care to my patients. When I am away from the office, I enjoy spending time with my family, scrapbooking, photography and Zumba.

Age: 48
In practice since: 2012
Gender: Female
Languages: English

Education

University of California, Berkeley: Residency

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NPI

1063570992

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Insurance plans accepted

Jennifer N. Tam, OD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

463 ratings

Patient ratings

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

5.0

Provider discussed treatment options

5.0

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

5.0

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

July 26, 2026

5.0

Connected to another appointment for a special doctor

Verified Patient

July 23, 2026

4.7

You know getting my eyes checked on a semi annual without them looking at currently all of the medical treatment or I'm on high dosages of prednisone affecting my vision put the film at a disadvantage. Of course I explained this to the doctor and that I was on three hours of sleep cause that's another side effect of the drug and let's be clear, no sleep affects my vision

Verified Patient

July 21, 2026

5.0

Best doctor I've ever had!! Friendly and knowledgeable about everything that's going on with my eyes!! Explained things clearly.

Verified Patient

July 20, 2026

5.0

No complaints! Super MD

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