Dr. Michelle Ahumada O.D.
Optometrist (Pediatric) | Pediatrics
115 Technology Dr Irvine CA, 92618About
Michelle Ahumada is a pediatric optometrist practicing in Irvine, CA. Michelle specializes in providing eye care services to children. As an optometrist, Michelle performs eye evaluations, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Michelle is specifically trained to examine and treat visual disorders in children. Pediatric optometrists will typically prescribe children glasses until age 12, and around 12 years of age children can be prescribed contact lenses.
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