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Martin Rajsbaum, M.D.

Martin Rajsbaum, M.D., is an ophthalmologist who is highly experienced in glaucoma, pterygium, cornea, cataract, lens implant surgery and comprehensive ophthalmology. He is immensely skilled and adept in a variety of surgical procedures, including pterygium removal and complex cataract surgeries.

Dr. Rajsbaum grew up in Mexico City, where he received his medical degree from the National Autonomous University of Mexico and received his medical board in Mexico in 1967. He completed his residency at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center, Chicago. He then completed his fellowship in Ophthalmology at Mercy Hospital Medical Center, Chicago.

Dr. Rajsbaum initiated his private practice in Mexico City in 1976, where he was a pioneer in numerous cases of Radial Keratotomy and Refractive surgery (LASIK) before it was approved in the United States. While having his practice in Mexico, he started to Practice Ophthalmology in San Diego in 1986 where he had multiple practices in San Diego, San Marcos, Hillcrest, and Mexico City. He’s been in practice over 30 years in the San Diego community.

He’s currently recognized by the American Academy of Family Physicians as an active teacher in the Scripps Hospital Medicine Residency program. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Rajsbaum is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and San Diego County Medical Society. His affiliation is at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.

At American Eye Associates and California Retina Associates, we offer a wide range of cutting-edge treatments, expert surgical techniques, and the latest diagnostic services that will help you live your most healthy and comfortable life. We are happy to offer ophthalmology services to men and women in San Diego, Chula Vista, and the surrounding areas of Imperial County, California. Contact us to schedule your one-on-one consultation with one of our expert ophthalmologists today.

Medical School
  • Medical Degree from National Autonomous University of Mexico 
Residency
  • Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center, Chicago
Fellowship
  • Fellowship in Ophthalmology at Mercy Hospital Medical Center, Chicago
Professional Affiliations & Organizations
  • American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  • San Diego County Medical Society
Awards & Recognitions
  • Recognized by the Academy of Family Physicians as an active teacher in the Scripps Hospital Medicine Residency program
  • Pioneered numerous cases of LASIK before it was approved in the United States
  • Had multiple practices in San Diego, San Marcos, Hillcrest, and Mexico City
  • Awarded Sharps HealthCare's Doctors' Day Lapel Pin for National Doctors Day, 2021

Testimonials

"I started coming here in May due to a condition my optometrist noticed.  I was so nervous dealing with this.  I was referred to a different ophthalmologist but decided to reject that referral due to the yelp reviews and my Doctor referred me here.  My ophthalmologist Dr. Rajsbaum is really knowledgeable and has helped me through this journey.  Thanks to him I feel so relieved about the results of the laser he did in my eyes, and my eyes are healthy thanks to my optometrist and Dr. Rajsbaum."  

Sally D.
I.T. Manager

"Great clinic, went in as emergency patient and was seen by Dr. Martin Rajsbaum, he was very caring and gave me medication for my eye infection. Overall great experience and would highly recommend him."

Cesar N.
Recreational Therapist

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