Mesa Gilbert  

Phoenix Metro

1121 S. Gilbert Rd. Suite 103
Mesa, AZ 85204

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(480) 854-3310
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About Our Mesa Gilbert Location

Located near the Gilbert Road and Southern Avenue corridor, Southwestern Eye Center’s Mesa Gilbert office provides comprehensive eye care. Our location is easy to access from nearby Mesa neighborhoods and is just north of US 60, making it convenient for patients looking for an eye doctor close to home, school, work, or daily errands.

The Mesa Gilbert office is near familiar local landmarks, including Mesa High School, Emerald Park, Kingsborough Park, and the surrounding shopping and medical offices along Gilbert Road. Patients visit this location for routine & medical eye exams, children’s vision care, updated glasses or contact lens prescriptions, and help with managing eye diseases. With both clinical eye care and an optical shop in one location, Southwestern Eye Center’s Mesa Gilbert clinic makes it easier to receive care and explore eyewear options in the same visit.

Professional exterior of Southwestern Eye Center Mesa Gilbert building with clinic signage.

Mesa Gilbert Eye Care Services

If you do not see the service you are interested in listed below, check our other locations or call us so we can assist you in finding the right location for your vision needs.

Optical Shop

Comprehensive Eye Exams

Pediatric Eye Exams

Dry Eye

Meet The Eye Doctors at Mesa Gilbert

Our team of expert eye doctors and surgeons is highly trained and recognized in their fields. If you haven’t received a direct referral, you will need to undergo an evaluation by one of our optometrists before seeing an ophthalmologist. This process ensures that you are matched with the right doctor for any specialized treatment or surgery you may need.

To serve you efficiently and conveniently, we may recommend doctors who have greater availability at another location near you. Each physician on our team is dedicated to helping patients and communities improve and preserve their vision.

Laura-Liz Encarnacion, OD
Laura-Liz Encarnacion, OD

Optometrist

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Kate Trinh, OD
Kate Trinh, OD

Optometrist

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Accepted Insurance at Our Mesa Gilbert Location

Please bring your vision and/or health insurance card to your visit. Southwestern Eye Center’s Mesa Gilbert location accepts many medical and vision insurance plans. Our team can help review your coverage plan when you schedule or arrive for your appointment.

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What Patients Say About The Mesa Gilbert Doctors

Everyone was professional, courteous, and efficient throughout the process. The service was completed promptly, and I would highly recommend them.

Tommy M.

Google

Dr. Trinh and the front office are efficient, kind, and professional. The optical center is helpful in maximizing the use of my insurance benefits and provides stylish eyeglass frame options for my family. We’ve been returning to this location for years and remain loyal thanks to such positive experiences.

Carrie C.

Google

The staff was very attentive and accommodating. The exam was very thorough and well executed. Dr. Encarnacion was very professionsl, and explained things very well. Overall a very good experience A+.

Jon B.

Google

FAQ: Southwestern Eye Center Mesa Gilbert

Southwestern Eye Center Mesa Gilbert is located at 1121 S. Gilbert Rd., Suite 103, Mesa, AZ 85204. If you need directions, click “Get Directions” at the top of the page, or call (480) 854-3310 to find us.

You can schedule an appointment online through the Southwestern Eye Center Schedule Online page or call (480) 854-3310 to book by phone. If you are unsure what type of appointment you need, the team can help direct you based on your symptoms, vision needs, and eye health history.

Southwestern Eye Center Mesa Gilbert is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Hours may change around the holidays, so call (480) 854-3310 to confirm a specific date and time.

Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, a list of medications, and any current glasses or contact lenses. If you have outside records or a referral, bring those too.

Southwestern Eye Center works with many insurance plans, and coverage can vary by plan and visit type. Call (480) 854-3310 with your insurance details, or view our accepted insurance plans online, and we will help you verify your benefits.

A comprehensive eye exam checks your vision and overall eye health and may include testing for conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal changes. Your doctor will explain your results and next steps at the end of the visit.

Most visits take 1 to 2 hours once your exam begins, but the total time in the office can be longer. Depending on the day, there may be a wait of up to 2 hours to be seen by the doctor, and additional testing or dilation can add more time. If you have a time constraint, please mention it when scheduling.

Our Mesa Gilbert office is designed to help patients get to their appointments as comfortably as possible. If you have mobility needs, use a wheelchair or walker, need extra time getting into the building, or have another accessibility concern, please call ahead. Our team can help answer questions before your visit and make reasonable accommodations when possible.

If you have sudden vision loss, flashes of light, a curtain-like shadow, severe eye pain, or a serious injury, give us a call. If you have an emergency after clinic hours, dial 9-1-1.

Same-day availability depends on the day and the reason for your visit. Call (480) 854-3310, and we will do our best to fit you in.

Yes, Southwestern Eye Center Mesa Gilbert is listed as a clinic and optical shop. Patients often mention that ordering new glasses is made easy. After your exam, the team can help you understand your prescription and next steps for eyewear if glasses are recommended.

Schedule an Appointment at our Mesa Gilbert location!

Eye exams are the best way to take a proactive approach to your vision health. You will be able to monitor the development of conditions that can harm your vision and gain insight into the best ways to treat and manage your sight.

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