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Dr. Vikas Chopra, MD

Dr. Vikas Chopra, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Vikas Chopra, MD is an ophthalmologist in Arcadia, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 96 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (96 reviews)

Practice

622 W Duarte Rd Ste 101 Arcadia, CA 91007

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Dr. Chopra's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chopra

4.6
96 ratings, 88 with a written review
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Absolutely the BEST
I have been seeing Dr. Chopra for 7 years and I want anyone reading this to know that he is not only an AMAZING Doctor, he is an Incredible human being. Knowledgeable, compassionate, and kind, Dr. Chopra will take the time to listen and address all of your questions and concerns. I just sat in a waiting room with 6 other patients and no one had anything but praise for this man. Dr. Chopra is, hands down, the best.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 15, 2025
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Dr Chopra and the rest of the staff at Doheny Eye Center took great care of me when my glaucoma took a sudden turn for the worse at the end of 2023. Dr Chopra walked me through several surgery options and encouraged me to get a second opinion, which I appreciated. In the end, I had to get several stents and two trabeculectomies. Through the physical and emotional ups and downs, Dr Chopra was extremely patient with me, always answering my questions and reassuring me whenever I panicked, while also ensuring we always took any less-than-ideal results seriously. All the staff at Doheny Eye Center are friendly and helpful, and I appreciate their support through such a difficult time. Glaucoma can be a very volatile and damaging condition when not controlled, and most glaucoma specialists in the LA area will make you wait for several months before seeing you despite the severity of your condition. I’m thankful I found a clinic that cared enough to accommodate me despite how busy they are.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Swati Mallya – Mar 10, 2025
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The best glaucoma doc I have found
I went to Dr. Chopra about 4 yrs ago, and since have tried to find a glaucoma specialist, in Orange County that measures up to his expertise. Have not found anyone, so far. I had a bad experience with the current glaucoma doctor when having cataract surgery and shunt implant from OC. I am now looking into changes insurance carriers just to get back to Dr. Chopra, whom I trust completely.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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M. Dragieff – Dec 05, 2024
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highly recommended
Takes time and explains things to you, will answer all questions and concerns.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mary – Aug 15, 2024
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Was not with results of my procedures
It took over a year to complete my cataract surgery and my eye sight is Seriously Worst than when I went in. When I mentioned this to Dr Chopra, his comment was, 'well that happens with age', and walks out. He was always in a hurry and the waiting tine to see him was always excessive. On my last appointment, I decided to leave and call it quits with Dr Chopra after the usual Long Wait and after paying my co-pay AND ESPECIALLY with my eye sight getting worst. I called shortly after this and it took a while to reach a manager. I asked for my co payment to be refunded and a copy of my medical records, months after, I AM STILL WAITING. - I DO NOT RECOMMEND Dr. Vikos Chopra, at all - nor Doheny Eye Center. Try UCLA Roski Eye Clinic, I certainly am -
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Maria D Acosta – Jul 08, 2024
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Great doctor
I live in NM and flew out to Dr. Chopra for a consultation regarding my severe glaucoma. Everyone in his office was efficient , professional, and friendly. After the usual gamut of tests Dr. Chopra came in for his analysis. He was charming, honest, and very forthcoming about my condition and possible treatments. I was struck by his ardor for his specialty. My glaucoma, which I have had for 40 plus years, is severe, and Dr. Chopra didn't gloss over that. But, somehow, when I left his office I felt more optimistic. If you live in the LA area, go to him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 29, 2024
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Exceptional Care
With immense gratitude and humility, I express this long-overdue review for Dr. Chopra, whom I've had the privilege of seeing for over 8 years. As a young adult patient under his care, I've felt truly blessed to be part of his caseload since day one. Dr. Chopra consistently explores every option with the patient's best interest at heart. Before considering surgery, he genuinely weighs in on the best course of action. What sets him apart is his unwavering care and respect for all his patients; conversations in the waiting room reflect this shared sentiment. We willingly wait for him, knowing he's truly the best. Both recent surgeries he performed on me were not only aimed at addressing vision loss but also focused on preserving my long-term vision. His care and compassion, both before and after surgery, have been invaluable in alleviating my anxiety. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Chopra to anyone seeking exceptional specialty care, and I hope he knows just how deeply his patients appre
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Yesenia – Mar 22, 2024
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Excellant
Dr Vikas is very knowledgeable in glocoma, up on all the latest items to keep my sight. He put a drain in my left eye and a new lens, I just had my test reviews and they are much better than before. Excellent!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Joanne ice – Feb 16, 2024
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Excellent outcome of double cateract surgery, complicated by glaucoma canels and stints, stigmatism, myopia and allergies to several meds
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 04, 2023
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A great doctor who cares about his patients.
I have been a patient of Dr. Chopra for several years now. He is very thorough in his diagnosis and genuinely cares about his patients, as was evident from my post operative care experience. You cannot go wrong with Dr. Chopra.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Soumitra – Jun 06, 2023
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Excellent glaucoma expert
I have been under Dr.Chopra's care for almost three years. He is very thorough while making the treatment plan, prioritizing health, and considering personal needs. Dr.Chopra is also knowledgeable and patient, always listens to my concerns and answers my questions with great detailed explanations. He performed surgeries for my eye conditions, cared for me during and after the procedures. I would highly recommend Dr.Chopra as I believe he is an exceptional doctor and trustworthy advisor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 03, 2023
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Great physician
Dr. Chopra is always a great listener and does a wonderful job of reviewing status and options.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 24, 2023
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Outstanding Ophthalmologist
Dr. Chopra recently performed surgery on both of my eyes, 2 weeks apart. The surgery was complicated as it was for both cataracts and primary narrow angle closure glaucoma. After 6 weeks recovery, I have 20/20 vision in my right eye, and 20/25 in my left eye which is only 4 weeks post surgery. My eye pressure, which was very high at my first visit 7 months ago, is now well under control. I am thrilled with the results. In my visits to his office, his staff were so professional and kind. And as for Dr. Chopra, I really can't say enough. He is extremely knowledgable, passionate about his work, kind, personable, and he genuinely cares about his patients. He explains everything with clarity and you are provided with after visit summaries explaining the treatment you received at each visit and what's next. He is an expert in his field, and if I could give him higher than 5 stars, I would. He will continue to follow me for future eye care. He's the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Boyer – Feb 27, 2023
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Exceptional Physician
Always explained thoroughly his findings and recommendations. I have recommended him to my family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Uma Deperalta – Feb 18, 2023
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I have been under Dr Chopra's care for 10 years. Dr Chopra is my third Glaucoma specialist and the first to maintain stability in my left eye which suffers from low to very high pressures caused from traumatic glaucoma. Dr Chopra has been able to save my vision with his innovative surgeries. He is caring and excellent are explaining what is going on with my eye and the best treatment. And yes there might be a wait to see him, because he is the best and everyone else wants to see his also. He is worth the wait.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anita Hammer – Dec 30, 2022
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Excellent Ophthalmologist
When another ophthalmologist referred me to Dr. Chopra, there was a reason. Dr. Chopra is excellent. I have been under his care for 11+ years for glaucoma and happy that there has been minimal progression of damage. He explains and educates you on his approach to treating a problem and has been more than happy to explain in detail why he feels it would be best. In addition to glaucoma, I recently underwent cataract surgery in both eyes and could not be happier with the results. I think that when other ophthalmologists refer patients to Dr. Chopra, there is a lot being said.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Rod A – Dec 07, 2022
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Rude!
Never encountered a more rude doctor. Why are you yelling at patients? Be professional!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Sep 16, 2022
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He's an arrogant, entitled man with the worst bedside manner I've ever encountered. Quite honestly have never been spoken to like that by another person, a physician, no less! To treat people, who are there seeking care for health conditions, in this horrible manner is inhumane. Doheny needs to listen to patient feedback and do something!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Sep 16, 2022
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Dr. Chopra is a great physician who makes me feel comfortable asking as many questions as I have, and answers all of them. My travel time to his office is over an hour. It is well worth the driving distance and time. He performed my cataract surgeries and restored my vision beyond my greatest expectations. Dr. Chopra is professional and does a thorough job during the office examinations, and the surgery process. He is positive and supportive. I feel very blessed to have him as my doctor. I highly recommend Dr. Chopra.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Cynthia S – Feb 09, 2022
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My brother traveled to US last year to seek the best treatment for his complex Glaucoma and after seeing 2 other Glaucoma specialist at UCLA he was referred to Dr. Chopra, who did an excellent job of getting to the bottom of the issue and recommended the best corrective surgery for him and saved rest of his eyesight. My brother happens to be a Dentist in India. There are very few doctors who are as smart as him. I will recommend him to my family.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 01, 2021
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care philosophy

The subspecialty ophthalmologists of the renowned UCLA Doheny Eye Centers, which has been consistently ranked nationally in the "Top 10" for two decades by U.S. News & World Report, has recently been ranked as the "Best Ophthalmology Program in...read more

biography

Vikas Chopra, M.D. is currently a Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology and a full-time faculty member at the highly-ranked David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, as well as, the Principal Investigator for glaucoma research of the Doheny Image...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

  • Cataract Surgery

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  • Kresge Eye Inst Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • Kresge Eye Inst Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2000
  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1997
  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
  • Beckman Inst Of The City Of Hope

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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  • Hindi

  • Mandarin

  • Spanish

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Practice

Stephen G. Bornfeld OD Inc.622 W Duarte Rd Ste 101 Arcadia, CA 91007
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Practice

Office625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 285 Pasadena, CA 91105
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Regents of the University of California5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400 Los Angeles, CA 90045
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Jules Stein Eye Institute Medical Group625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 280 Pasadena, CA 91105
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center

    1441 Eastlake Ave
    Los Angeles, CA 90089
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