Be wise with your eyes!

Dr. Mark Mitchell, OD, MBA, isn't just an eye doctor—he's a passionate educator both in and out of the exam room. Dr. Mitchell thrives on fostering understanding, whether guiding budding optometry students at UC Berkeley or enlightening his patients about their eye health. "When my patients understand what’s going on with their eyes, together we can achieve a lifetime of excellent vision," he shares warmly.

A seasoned optometrist with a rich background in teaching and practice across California, Dr. Mitchell's expertise spans general eye care, corrective eyewear solutions, eye disease diagnosis, treatment, and cutting-edge clinical research. After graduating from the prestigious UC Berkeley School of Optometry and having served as the former Chief of Eye Disease Service at Berkeley, his dedication to education shines through. Over a decade of teaching at Berkeley's School of Optometry, mentoring scores of students yearly has shaped his holistic approach to eye care.

A notable achievement in his career is that Dr. Mitchell was the first optometrist to teach the general systemic disease course at UC Berkeley. What’s more, he was responsible for creating the disease certification course for practicing California optometrists to become licensed to use pharmaceuticals for eye disease treatment. 

Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Mitchell brings warmth and relatability to Buena Vista Eyecare Optometry. He spent many years running his practice north of Lake Tahoe before bringing his wealth of knowledge and genuine care to San Jose. When it comes to a favorite eye care specialty, Dr. Mitchell holds a special place for eye disease management and treatment.

Outside the office, Dr. Mitchell's life is a vibrant blend of pursuits. Alongside his wife Sandy, they share their world with horses, a loyal German Shepherd, and a cherished feline friend. Dr. Mitchell isn't one to sit still; he's an avid runner, mountain biker, and snow enthusiast. Music also finds a place in his heart, with Dr. Mitchell strumming away on the guitar and ukulele during his downtime.

With Dr. Mark Mitchell, expect more than just exceptional eye care—anticipate a personal touch, a wealth of experience, and a genuine interest in your eye health, all delivered with Southern California charm and a dash of adventurous spirit.

Specialties

General Eye Care, Eyeglass and Contact Lens Correction, Eye Disease Diagnosis and Treatment

Optometry School

University of California at Berkeley School of Optometry, Berkeley, CA

Graduate Education

Saint Mary's College of California Graduate School of Economics and Business Administration, Moraga, CA

Awards, Honors and Licenses

• Alcon Laboratories, GCP-Foundations of Clinical Research Program, Certificate of Completion 2011
• CITI Biomedical Responsible Conduct of Research Curriculum, Certificate of Completion 2011
• CITI Human Research Curriculum, Certificate of Completion 2011
• FDA, The Past, Present and Future of FDA Human Drug Regulation, Certificate of Completion 2011
• NIH, Clinical Research Training Course, Certificate of Completion 2011
• Nevada License to Practice Optometry 2000-Present
• California License to Practice Optometry 1985-Present