Our Mission
Belmont Shore Optometric was established in 1985 and our mission from the very beginning is to provide a personalized eye care experience that focuses on the specific needs and challenges of your eyes. Our dedication to honest and ethical services and embracing technological advancements is why so many Long Beach residents continue to entrust their eyecare to us for over 30 years and we are part of the American Optometric Association and California Optometric Association.
Dr. Chiao is licensed therapeutic optometrists with glaucoma certification and is trained in the treatment and management of eye diseases, speciality contact lenses, and preoperative and postoperative care of patients. They are credentialed on major vision insurance and medical plans such as VSP (Vision Service Plan), Eyemed, Medicare, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Humana.
Your Doctor
Dr. Elaina Chiao
Dr. Elaina Chiao graduated cum laude with a degree in Biological Sciences at the University of California, Irvine and received her doctorate of optometry from Southern California College of Optometry. During her optometric training, Dr. Chiao performed her externships at the renowned Center of the Partially Sighted (Los Angeles, CA) and the VA Ambulatory Care Center in Downtown LA. She received honorary awards in Low Vision and Optical dispensing training during her optometric education.