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Julia Richardson, OD

4.9

259 ratings

Optometrist (OD)

Optometry

Medical Group

Sharp Rees-Stealy

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Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown Optometry

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

300 Fir Street
Floor 1
San Diego, CA 92101

Sharp Rees-Stealy Otay Ranch Optometry

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 Optometry

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

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

  2. Sharp Rees-Stealy Otay Ranch Optometry

    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 Optometry

300 Fir Street

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    Friday

Sharp Rees-Stealy Otay Ranch Optometry

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

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 34 health insurance plans.

Insurance plans accepted

Sharp accepts most health insurance. Not all plans are listed. Please contact your insurance company to verify your insurance type and plan.

In-network insurance plans

Ratings and reviews

4.9

259 ratings

Patient ratings

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

June 25, 2026

5.0

The doctor is truly excellent. I appreciate her patience throughout the treatment process.

Verified Patient

June 22, 2026

5.0

Very thorough and efficient!

Verified Patient

June 18, 2026

5.0

very pleasant

Verified Patient

June 13, 2026

5.0

I liked her, very knowledgeable.

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