Dr. David Gilbert, MD

Dr. David Gilbert, MD

Ophthalmologist

350 N. Wiget Lane
Suite 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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I had a situation that came up very early this morning that needed to be addressed right away. Dr. Chung squeezed me in right away and therefore I am now in a position to take care of my situation which involves leaving the stateShow more in a timely manner. I strongly feel that Dr. Chung did an excellent job and I endorse her to the hilt!

Carol C R. • August 26, 2026

Diablo Eye has been a blessing to find. They are kind, efficient and knowledgeable no matter what your question. Dr Gilbert has always been top notch and I feel so lucky to be in his care for my eye needs. After having gone thrShow moreu two doctors in my area (Hercules) that literally made me stress out I am so comfortable with Dr Gilbert.

Barbara D J. • August 20, 2026

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About Dr. David Gilbert, MD

David D. Gilbert, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery and glaucoma. He practices at Diablo Eye Associates in Walnut Creek, California. 

Dr. Gilbert grew up in the east bay of San Francisco and later graduated from the University of California, Davis, with a degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s in biomedical engineering. He completed his glaucoma fellowship training at Stanford University.  

Dr. Gilbert received his Medical Degree from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He stayed at Wake Forest for his ophthalmology residency, where he served as co-chief resident and twice received the resident research award for his publications on glaucoma surgical advances. After residency, Dr. Gilbert returned to the West Coast to complete glaucoma fellowship training at Stanford University and was on the clinical staff. He has authored several papers and given numerous lectures related to glaucoma care.

Dr. Gilbert is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a member of the American Glaucoma Society, and a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He currently serves as a counselor for the Glaucoma Research Foundation. He has been a clinical faculty instructor at the University of California, San Francisco, and a past chair of the Ophthalmology department at John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek. As a glaucoma subspecialist, he has expertise in the medical and surgical management of glaucoma. Dr. Gilbert has performed cataract procedures, glaucoma surgeries, and laser surgeries for over 17 years.


Services, Conditions and Procedures

Cataract Surgery

Cataracts

Glaucoma

Comprehensive Ophthalmology

Eye Exam

Dry Eyes

Floaters

Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery

Emergency Eye Care

Red Eye

Contact Lens

Macular Degeneration

Lens Implant

Diabetic Eye Exam

Eye Pressure

Eye Surgery


Location

Diablo Eye Associates

350 N. Wiget Lane
Suite 200
Walnut Creek, CA, 94598


More About Dr. David Gilbert, MD

Practice

Diablo Eye Associates

Specialties

Insurance

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Affinity (Medicaid)
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield California
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
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NPI Number

1033297536

Provider's Gender

Male


Reviews

4.89
1150 Reviews

Dr. Gilbert is extremely talented and confident in his practice. Dr. Gilbert is to the point and very professional. When someone is working on your eyesight you want all of the foregoing. I trust him.

Charles Z. • November 14, 2026

I am very satisfied with the service I receive from Dr. Gilbert and the staff. Nice office. The doctor has performed a few procedure on my eyes. I would definitely recommend Dr. Gilbert to all my friends.

Mehdi S. • November 12, 2026

He is an excellent eye dr. I have gone to him for quite a long time.. it was a lot shorter today.. of a wait..

Patricia A K. • November 12, 2026

Great doctor! Very caring and compassionate about my upcoming eye surgery. I feel very comfortable with him and his whole staff!

Valerie J. • November 04, 2026

Very thorough, professional and reassuring

Marylou B. • November 04, 2026

I would highly recommend Dr. Gilbert! He is a pleasure to work with as he answers questions effectively and easily. Plus he is friendly yet very professional. Susan Tucker

Susan T. • November 02, 2026

As always, Dr. Gilbert was friendly and professional, explaining his findings clearly. I highly recommend him.

Margaret M G. • October 29, 2026

Dr. Gilbert and his staff are kind, helpful and efficient. Highly recommend.

Patricia H. • October 21, 2026

Dr. David Gilbert is an exceptional ophthalmologist.

Zsuzsa S. • October 21, 2026

Excellent

Peter C. • October 11, 2026

As always, my experience with Dr. Gilbert and his staff was great.

Robert K C. • October 08, 2026

Dr Gibert is kind and a great Doctor

Linda G C. • September 26, 2026

Very unpleasant! I have been patient of Diablo eye associates for many years, and have never had such a bad experience. I found De. Chung, brusque, rude, and seriously lacking “people skills”. I would not recommend her to any other patient,

Melissa B. • September 25, 2026

Very knowledgeable excellent doctor

Marquetta Ann R. • September 24, 2026

Always excellent and thorough care! Dr. Gilbert takes the time to listen to my questions and provide answers.

George M K. • September 23, 2026

Highly recommended! Very thorough and answered all my questions. Listens and talks “to” the patients and not “at” them.

Jon J R. • September 22, 2026

First class competent people all the way thru!

Layden B. • September 20, 2026

Dr. Gilbert is personal and excellent in terms of his profession. Unfortunately, I had to wait nearly an hour after my scheduled appointment before he actually examined me. I know his time is valuable and everyone needs to be flexible but patients time are valuable to.... that is why we schedule appointments.

Lee D. • September 18, 2026

Had a very good visit with Dr. Gilbert. He has a calm demeanor and made me comfortable. Great exam from Paulo.

Marc G. • September 17, 2026

Dr. Gilbert is an outstanding clinician and a compassionate Doc.

Richard W. • September 17, 2026

Sadly Dr Chung is going to Kaiser, however she is delightful, very thorough, explains everything, just overall pleasant. I don’t have much experience with eye care because I am blessed with good eyes. My experience with Dr Chang was exemplary.

Suzanne R. • September 16, 2026

The service is excellent, the staff including the Doctor goes above and beyond my expectations. Fast, kind, friendly service from the whole staff.

Gail F. • September 15, 2026

Excellent experience

Karen P B. • September 14, 2026

Very caring,knowledgeable and approachable. Someone in whom I feel I can trust to care for vision conditions.

Graylin H B. • September 12, 2026

The doctor was attentive and smart. The stuff was polite and conceded.

Boris G. • September 01, 2026

All of my concerns were addressed with professionalism, everything went very smoothly with my cataract surgery. Highly recommend!!

Marcy S. • August 31, 2026

I have very good experience with Dr. David Gilbert and his Team: always patient oriented, professional, patiently answering all questions and concerns. Thank you very much!!!

Gregory G. • August 27, 2026

Dr. Gilbert turned on the lights for me as a result of performing cataract operations on both eyes. He took his time with me, was very caring, answered all my questions and got me through all my fears, (which turned out to be unfounded. ) It is a process but not like what I as anticipating from surgery. The operations were efficient and relatively quick. The staff is supportive and very nice. I have not seen bright colors, and had this high degree of vision clarity in years! My advice is if your doctor advises you need cataract surgery do not hesitate, and just do it! The results are certainly worth it!

Maurice B L. • August 27, 2026

I had a situation that came up very early this morning that needed to be addressed right away. Dr. Chung squeezed me in right away and therefore I am now in a position to take care of my situation which involves leaving the state in a timely manner. I strongly feel that Dr. Chung did an excellent job and I endorse her to the hilt!

Carol C R. • August 26, 2026

Quick and easy

Mark F. • August 26, 2026

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