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Julia Richardson, OD

4.9

60 ratings

Optometrist (OD)

Optometry

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Sharp Rees-Stealy

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Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown

619-446-1560
Fax: 619-446-1692

300 Fir Street
Floor 1
San Diego, CA 92101

Sharp Rees-Stealy Otay Ranch

619-397-3088
Fax: 619-397-3388

1400 E. Palomar St.
Floor 1
Chula Vista, CA 91913-1800

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Location and phone

  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown

    300 Fir Street
    Floor 1
    San Diego, CA 92101
    Get directions

    619-446-1560
    Fax: 619-446-1692

  2. Sharp Rees-Stealy Otay Ranch

    1400 E. Palomar St.
    Floor 1
    Chula Vista, CA 91913-1800
    Get directions

    619-397-3088
    Fax: 619-397-3388

Care schedule

Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown

300 Fir Street

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    Friday

Sharp Rees-Stealy Otay Ranch

1400 E. Palomar St.

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    Monday

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    Tuesday

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    Wednesday

About Julia Richardson, OD

I had eye problems as a young child, and I always felt seen and heard by my optometrist. As an optometrist myself now, I love being able to provide personalized care and support to my patients to help them appreciate the world through vision. I believe great eye care goes beyond prescriptions and exams — it's about making every patient feel comfortable, understood and cared for. My approach is personal and collaborative: I take the time to listen and make sure you feel confident and empowered about your eye health and your choices. In my free time, I enjoy spending time traveling and being outdoors with my husband and daughter. I also like cooking, baking and photography.

Age: 39
Gender: Female
Languages: English

Education

University of California, Berkeley: Graduate School
Marshall B. Ketchum University: Residency

NPI

1770154528

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Insurance plans accepted

Julia Richardson, OD, accepts 35 health insurance plans.

Insurance plans accepted

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

60 ratings

Patient ratings

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

October 18, 2025

5.0

The Dr. explained the exam process very well and suggested some homemade recipes to make at home

Verified Patient

November 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Richardson was great. She was attentive to my questions and concerns. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a optometrist.

Verified Patient

November 12, 2025

5.0

Fantastic, thanks for the great care.

Verified Patient

October 25, 2025

5.0

Wonderful people all around!!

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