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Dr. Julie Forister, OD

Optometrist

Forister Optometry

28356 S WESTERN AVE, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275(310) 831-084120 years practicing
93/100
Top Established
NPI1598704926

Is Dr. Julie Forister, OD a Good Optometrist?

Dr. Julie Forister, OD has a trust score of 93/100 — placing them in the top tier of verified optometrists in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. With 20 years of practice, they are among the most experienced optometrists in the area — well above the local average of 13 years.

The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Forister's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What is a general optometrist?

General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.

When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.

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Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Eye care in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Rancho Palos Verdes has 13 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 13 years in practice, and 13 focused on optometrist. California optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the California State Board of Optometry, whose public record covers license status, board actions, citations.

Peer Comparison

20

Years practicing

13

Avg in Rancho Palos Verdes

13

Optometrists in Rancho Palos Verdes

OD

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Forister's license is active and unrestricted with the California board (link on this page).
  • Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
  • Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
  • Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
  • Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.

Frequently asked questions

Is Dr. Julie Forister, OD a licensed optometrist?

Dr. Julie Forister, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1598704926) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the California State Board of Optometry — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is Dr. Julie Forister, OD?

Dr. Julie Forister, OD has approximately 20 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Rancho Palos Verdes has about 13 years. There are 13 optometrists in Rancho Palos Verdes, including 13 with a optometrist focus.

Where is Dr. Julie Forister, OD located?

Dr. Julie Forister, OD practices at Forister Optometry, 28356 S WESTERN AVE, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. Phone: (310) 831-0841.

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the California State Board of Optometry, whose official record verifies license status, board actions, citations. Check Forister's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Optometrist
Credential
OD
Gender
Female
NPI Since
06/04/2006

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