Award-Winning San Diego Eye Surgeon

Press & Media

Dr. Lee R. Katzman

Board-Certified Refractive Cataract & Vision Correction Specialist — San Diego, CA

Featured National Media

Dr. Katzman was featured in USA Today discussing common fears around eye surgery and how modern approaches — including refractive cataract surgery and advanced intraocular lenses — have reshaped patient expectations and outcomes.

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International Business Times

Dr. Katzman was featured in International Business Times providing expert commentary on why earlier eye intervention and modern refractive lens exchange make sense for patients seeking quality of life improvements.

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San Diego Magazine

Dr. Katzman was profiled in San Diego Magazine as one of San Diego’s leading eye surgeons with a focus on vision optimization and advanced surgical techniques.

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New York Post

Dr. Katzman was featured in the New York Post discussing how patients over 40 often default to temporary vision fixes , and providing expert insight on why proactive, lens-based procedures like refractive lens exchange (RLE) are an effective path to glasses-free vision.

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Educational & Practice-Led Content

Dr. Katzman regularly contributes to expert educational content aimed at helping patients understand modern cataract and lens surgery options. These articles are written with clarity and clinical insight to support informed decision-making:

These articles appear on the San Diego Cataract & LASIK blog and reflect Dr. Katzman’s practice leadership and commitment to patient education.

Dr. Katzman’s expertise is also reflected in peer and community recognition

San Diego Top Doctors (2025) – multiple years honored by the San Diego County Medical Society and San Diego Magazine for excellence in ophthalmology.
Castle Connolly Top Doctor in Ophthalmology (Annually Since 2022).
Sharp Healthcare CORE Pillars of Excellence Award (2021) – one of a small number of physicians honored system-wide.
Medical Director and Partner at a U.S. News & World Report Best ASC in Ophthalmology (2025 and 2026).
First, or among the first, surgeons in San Diego to implant advanced intraocular lenses and devices including the Alcon PanOptix and Clareon TruPlus, Johnson & Johnson TECNIS PureSee and Odyssey, Glaukos iDose, RxSight Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), and the Raindrop Corneal Inlay.

San Diego Firsts & Advanced Technology Milestones

Implant More Advanced Tech Lenses Each Year Than Any Provider in San Diego
First surgeon in San Diego County to implant the Alcon Panoptix trifocal intra-ocular lens
One of the first surgeons in San Diego County to implant the Johnson & Johnson TECNIS PureSee lens
First surgeon in San Diego to implant the Alcon Clareon TruPlus lens
One of the First Surgeons to Implant the Glaukos iDose Drug Eluding Glaucoma Device
One of the First Surgeons to Implant the Johnson & Johnson Odyssey Trifocal Intraocular Lens
Among the Most Experienced RxSight Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) Surgeons in San Diego
First in San Diego County to Implant the Raindrop Corneal Inlay

Video & Social Media Features

Dr. Katzman frequently shares expert insight on vision care in video format across major social platforms:

About Dr. Lee R. Katzman, MD

Dr. Lee R. Katzman is a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist and refractive cataract surgeon serving San Diego, CA. He specializes in advanced intraocular lenses (IOLs), refractive lens exchange (RLE / CLE), light adjustable lenses, and comprehensive vision correction surgery. Known for combining cutting-edge surgical precision with patient-centered care, Dr. Katzman has performed thousands of surgical procedures and continues to be involved in clinical research and educational outreach.

Media Contacts & Resources

Lee Katzman MD
Cornea, Cataract & LASIK Surgeon
Partner, NVISION / Alvarado Eye Associates
La Mesa, CA & Coronado, CA
Medical Director, Outpatient Surgery of Del Mar
619-460-3711

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