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Dr. Meredith Whiteside, OD

Optometrist

Whiteside Optometry

690 MINOR HALL - SCHOOL OF OPTOMETRY, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, Berkeley, CA 94720(510) 642-202019 years practicing
91/100
Top Established
NPI1437205085

Is Dr. Meredith Whiteside, OD a Good Optometrist?

Dr. Meredith Whiteside, OD has a trust score of 91/100 — placing them in the top tier of verified optometrists in Berkeley, CA. With 19 years of practice (above the local average of 11), they have solid experience.

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 Whiteside'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 Berkeley, CA

Berkeley has 140 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 11 years in practice, and 126 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

19

Years practicing

11

Avg in Berkeley

140

Optometrists in Berkeley

OD

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Whiteside'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. Meredith Whiteside, OD a licensed optometrist?

Dr. Meredith Whiteside, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1437205085) 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. Meredith Whiteside, OD?

Dr. Meredith Whiteside, OD has approximately 19 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Berkeley has about 11 years. There are 140 optometrists in Berkeley, including 126 with a optometrist focus.

Where is Dr. Meredith Whiteside, OD located?

Dr. Meredith Whiteside, OD practices at Whiteside Optometry, 690 MINOR HALL - SCHOOL OF OPTOMETRY, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, Berkeley, CA 94720. Phone: (510) 642-2020.

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 Whiteside's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Optometrist
Credential
OD
Gender
Female
NPI Since
01/26/2007

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