Dr. Richard Vanover

Dr. Richard Vanover is a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry. He lives in Stockton and has practiced here since 1994. Dr. Vanover is able to do exams in Spanish and enjoys working with children.

"Whenever I see that light come on in a patient's eyes after I've explained something to them, it reinforces my original decision to become a doctor," says Dr. Vanover.

Dr. Vanover had LASIK eye surgery in the late 1990’s and is happy to share his experience and answer any questions about the procedure for his patients. He has also performed examinations on the residents of the Children's Home of Stockton since 1995 as part of his effort to give back to his community. Dr. Vanover is Board Certified by the American Board of Optometry.