Our Team

Semel Vision Care & Aesthetics

Premium Eye Care in El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, & Redondo Beach

Meet the Team

Dr. Julia Larson

Dr. Julia Larson, previously Dr. Katsev, joined the practice in January 2023. She is originally from Santa Barbara and completed her undergraduate degree at the University of California, Los Angeles. She then moved to St. Louis, Missouri, for optometry school at UMSL College of Optometry. After graduation she did a residency in ocular disease, focusing on glaucoma, macular degeneration and dry eye, at the Baltimore VA Medical Center and the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Larson then joined her now-husband, Dr. Eric Larson, while he finished up his orthopedic residency and hand surgery fellowship. Dr. Larson is a hand surgeon at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Santa Monica. Dr. Larson comes from a family of eyes. Her father is a renowned corneal specialist from Santa Barbara and her sister and mother are optometrists as well.

The Larsons are live in Manhattan Beach and whenever they are not working, they are out running, playing volleyball or spending time with family.

About Dr. Semel

Board-Certified El Segundo Ophthalmologist

 

Dr. Jane Semel is a skilled, respected, board-certified, and fellowship-trained ophthalmologist licensed to practice in the state of California. She specializes in the treatment and prevention of eye disease.

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Learn More About Us

About Us

About Us

Located in El Segundo, CA, Semel Vision Care & Aesthetics offers an array of services in a relaxed atmosphere. Our skilled doctors and friendly staff provide the highest quality care and are dedicated to helping every patient enjoy the best possible vision.

Dr. Semel, Ophthalmologist

Dr. Semel, Ophthalmologist

Dr. Jane Semel is skilled, respected, and board-certified and fellowship trained in Ophthalmology, and is licensed to practice in the state of California. She specializes in the treatment and prevention of eye disease.

Testimonials

Testimonials

See what others are saying about Semel Vision Care & Aesthetics by viewing our patient reviews.

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Patient Testimonials

Tamara J
I have gone to Semel vision for at least 20 years!! I am a satisfied patient.
Alice S
The staff is very friendly and explain everything that they are doing. Dr. Semel is also very friendly and professional and helps you to understand everything.
Cynthia P
I was experiencing serious eye infection & I was able to get in to see Dr. SEMEL very quickly. She diagnosed & prescribed meds, which are very quickly healing my eye. The location has plenty of easy parking & the offices are very clean & well designed. Pleasant staff also. I had another appointment, different date with Dr. Julia Larson, OD, to check in on my MGD condition, and all was well, & the recommendations from the doctor had helped improve my situation. She takes her time & is very through with the exam, while explaining in detail what condition I have. She is very upbeat and a pleasure to have as my eye doctor.
Garry G
It was an amazing experience and dr. Semel caring and attentive. She takes time to listen and make me feel important. It’s doesn’t happen with other dr.’s
Kristina K
I usually receive compliments from people after I get Juvederm injections from Dr. Semel. The injections give my face a radiant and youthful look. Dr Semel has years of experience and education in applying Botox, Juvederm, and Voluma and her work always looks natural. I trust the quality of Dr. Semel’s work and always have confidence in what to expect from her. I recently tried a new product from Dr. Jane Semel called SkinPen. One thing I really like about Dr. Semel is that she always stays on top of new facial and neck products for women. SkinPen is the latest in technology to help the neck and face. It’s not an injection. Before the treatment, my face was gently cleansed. Then Dr. Semel used what looks like a pen and runs it over my neck and every area of my face which feels like a slight stinging that does not hurt. This treatment lasts about 30 minutes. It promotes a healing process of collagen and elastin that continues for months afterwards. My neck and face already look more youthful, softer and natural.
Lisa C
She is helping me after I got crazy glue in my eye. I feel safe and in good hands as I heal
Byron H
Dr. Semel was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything clearly. The staff was friendly, and I felt listened to throughout my visits for bilateral cataract eye surgeries. I would highly recommend this practice, if you want excellent medical care. Byron Hansen, MS, ATC Former New York Giants and University of Southern California
Kerry D
They are very professional and I’ve the assistants put you in a room and start testing the Dr comes quickly after their testing. I also bought a pair of eye glasses and had a set of lens replaced with my new prescription.. great eye glass selection.
Seth E
Dr Semel and her team are excellent caring professionals and service minded. Happy to be in Dr Semel’s care
Vicki R
What a professional, well run office with caring Doctors and staff. They explain in detail what each step of the process will be and put you at ease while they handle exams and diagnosis with aplomb. I have worn glasses since I was six and so I have had wonderful doctors before. I'm so glad that I was able to find Dr. Semel and Dr. Larson after my long time doctor retired. One stop shopping for medications and glasses.
Jane M
Dr. Semel is wonderful, love her.
Jim M
Went through full exam and new prescription. Doctor actually explained her findings in plain language. New patient after 25 years.