Dr. Matthew Kirk - La Jolla - Ophthalmology

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Ophthalmology

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Dr. Matthew Kirk is an ophthalmologist with more than 10 years of medical experience. Earlier in his career, Dr. Kirk served as a U.S. Naval Flight Surgeon for three years at Camp Pendleton, and abroad. Dr. Kirk is dedicated to providing complete eye care with the highest levels of quality and compassion. He welcomes new patients.

American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology, 2008

Boston University School of Medicine, MD, 2000

Naval Medical Center San Diego, Residency, General Surgery, 2001

Wills Eye Hospital, Residency, Ophthalmology, 2007
Naval Flight Surgeon Program, Residency, 2002

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