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Dr. Tara Shields, OD, Optometrist

Dr. Tara Shields, OD

Optometrist

1745 West Avenue K
Suite A
Lancaster, CA 93534

Overall rating

Top reviews

As soon as my husband and I left with our son, we said how much we loved Dr. Shields and the staff. Our son is 4.5 years old, mildly autistic and is still learning to talk. They were all super patient with him, professional and 10Show more0% amazing! We live about an hr and a half away and it was well worth the drive. We are extremely pleased and highly, highly recommend this place! Thank you all again!

Jackson B. • March 16, 2025

Dr. shields knows her patience and their needs and every year I couldn’t be happier to get my eyes checked out. I also want to do a shout out to Tami, who always takes the time to help me pick out my glasses. She’s very knowledgeShow moreable and very kind. Highly recommend this office.

Shawn H. • February 16, 2025

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About Dr. Tara Shields, OD

Tara Shields, OD, is a highly experienced and skilled doctor of optometry at Antelope Valley Optometric Center in Lancaster, California. Dr. Shields works with patients of all ages, diagnosing and treating a wide range of ocular diseases. Dr. Shields works with patients of all ages, diagnosing and treating a wide range of ocular diseases.

She specializes in comprehensive vision exams, contact lenses, eyeglasses, LASIK co-management, pediatric eye care, and treatment of retinal diseases and other eye conditions such as astigmatism and macular degeneration.

Dr. Shields is also certified in diagnostic and therapeutic pharmaceutical privileges, which allows her to diagnose and treat most ocular diseases as effectively as possible.

Dr. Shields earned her undergraduate degree at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. She then went on to earn her doctorate degree at the Southern California College of Optometry in Fullerton, California.

In 2007 Dr. Shields relocated to the Antelope Valley, and she’s been a proud member of the community ever since. When Dr. Shields isn’t busy with her work, she enjoys family time with her husband and four children. 


Services, Conditions and Procedures

Allergies

Astigmatism

LASIK Surgery Co-Management

Lazy Eye

Macular Degeneration

Contact Lenses

Pediatric Eye Care

Diabetic Eye Care

Presbyopia

Dry Eyes

Red Eye

Emergency Care

Retinal Disease

Eye Exam

Specialty Contact Lenses

Eye Glasses

Sunglasses

Eye Infection

Cataract Evaluations

Nearsightedness and Farsightedness


Location

Antelope Valley Optometric Center

1745 West Avenue K
Suite A
Lancaster, CA, 93534


More About Dr. Tara Shields, OD

Practice

Antelope Valley Optometric Center

Specialties

Insurance

  • Blue Cross PPO
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • Medicare
  • Superior Vision
  • VSP

NPI Number

1609056852


Reviews

4.93
345 Reviews

Very nice and caring even with children and my daughters frist time she was scared and made her fill not shy and for me she was amazing

Susan A. • April 25, 2025

Great place all around. Super nice doctor

Shyla M. • April 25, 2025

From start to finish smooth and supportive

John H. • April 23, 2025

Felt I was cared for thoroughly.

Dennis R. • April 17, 2025

Very professional and friendly

Vickie K. • April 02, 2025

Dr. Shields is caring, understanding of my unique condition as it pertains to my vision. Additionally, she is a phenomenal Optometrist who provides a perfect prescription for my glasses and sunglasses. I would recommend her and the entire AVOC staff to everyone!

Cindie K. • April 01, 2025

As soon as my husband and I left with our son, we said how much we loved Dr. Shields and the staff. Our son is 4.5 years old, mildly autistic and is still learning to talk. They were all super patient with him, professional and 100% amazing! We live about an hr and a half away and it was well worth the drive. We are extremely pleased and highly, highly recommend this place! Thank you all again!

Jackson B. • March 16, 2025

Perfect

Michael M. • March 12, 2025

Outstanding

Lindsay H. • March 08, 2025

My wife and I have been with AVOCADO for nearly twenty years. We have never had a bad experience. They knowledgeable and professional. They also update their examination procedures as technology and medical science changes/improves. If you’re looking for an optometrist look no further!

Joshua M. • March 06, 2025

My experience was great! They treated me with care !!

Nancy N. • March 04, 2025

Dr. shields knows her patience and their needs and every year I couldn’t be happier to get my eyes checked out. I also want to do a shout out to Tami, who always takes the time to help me pick out my glasses. She’s very knowledgeable and very kind. Highly recommend this office.

Shawn H. • February 16, 2025

Absolutely the best treatment I've received in a while with an outside provider. Highly recommended.

Michael A. • February 15, 2025

Very kind, patient, and explains everything throughly as she is examining you!

Yuridiana T. • February 14, 2025

I Enjoy coming there. Never a long wait and Everyone is so nice. And I love seeing my Dr. she knows what she’s doing. She has relieved all my symptoms. Thank You

Deborah M. • January 24, 2025

Dr. Shields takes such great care of our family. We continue to come back year after year!

Michelle M. • January 15, 2025

She always professional and approachable.

Kari M. • January 15, 2025

Outstanding service and utmost care received from Dr Shields. Will be back

Emmanuel D. • January 01, 2025

She is amazing she listens and is oh so patient. My grandson loves her.

Desari B. • December 22, 2024

All the staff is always great , Dr shields is amazing and although we’re moving out of the area we will travel back to see her.

Shannon G. • December 05, 2024

I love that Dr. Shields takes the time to explain technical things to her patients!

Raynika F. • November 20, 2024

Dr Shields is wonderful. She is personable and very knowledgeable. She explains things in terms that someone can understand. She also looks for upcoming issues and explains what we need to keep an eye on.

Theresa Y. • November 19, 2024

I had the most complete exam I’ve had in a long time.

Beverly V. • November 14, 2024

Dr.Shields is extremely sweet, gentle and very thorough when examining my eyes. Absolutely love her, haven’t ever experienced any issues the last few years as her patient. Everyone single staff member are beyond helpful, extremely patient and caring! In the last 3-4 years of being a patient I have never experienced any issues !

Jessie J. • November 02, 2024

We have always had excellent experience there

Craig R. • November 02, 2024

Seen on time. Everyone was courteous, helpful and professional.

Judith S. • October 29, 2024

Dr.Shields was just immensely patient with my 11yr. old daughter,she made the exam fun and interactive, answered all my questions provide clarity on my daughters eye changes and prescription!

Abigail C. • October 22, 2024

Very good

Marie T. • October 18, 2024

Fast, efficient, and thorough.

Patrick L. • October 09, 2024

She went out of her way to get me the contacts I need.

Barbara H. • September 19, 2024

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