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Office
23600 Telo Ave
Ste 210
Torrance, CA 90505Phone+1 310-626-8055Fax+1 310-626-8058
Summary
- Dr. Lydia Matkovich is based in Torrance, CA, and specializes in ophthalmology with subspecialties in glaucoma, pediatric ophthalmology, and strabismus. Her educational background includes fellowships in pediatric ophthalmology and glaucoma from renowned institutions such as UCLA and University of Pennsylvania, alongside residencies in ophthalmology at Saint Louis University and West Virginia University. Dr. Matkovich is proficient in dealing with glaucoma-related disorders, pediatric ophthalmology, cataract surgery, and strabismus repair. She has contributed to research, notably publishing a study on the effects of intraoperative topical Mitomycin-C in strabismus surgery. Dr. Matkovich holds the distinction of being a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and received CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification.
Education & Training
- UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical CenterFellowship, Pediatric Ophthalmology, 1995 - 1996
- University of Pennsylvania Health SystemFellowship, Glaucoma, 1994 - 1995
- SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of MedicineResidency, Ophthalmology, 1992 - 1994
- West Virginia UniversityResidency, Ophthalmology, 1991 - 1992
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Cabrini)Internship, Internal Medicine, 1990 - 1991
- SUNY Upstate Medical UniversityClass of 1990
Certifications & Licensure
- CA State Medical License 1995 - 2026
- CO State Medical License 1996 - 1997
- PA State Medical License 1994 - 1996
- American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Medflow EHR, Medflow, Inc., 2011-2012
- Fellow (FAAO) American Academy of Ophthalmology
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 19 citationsEffects of Intraoperative Topical Mitomycin-C on Strabismus Surgery in the Rabbit: A Preliminary StudyOscar A. Cruz, Lydia Matkovich
Ophthalmic Surgery. 1995-05-01
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
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