We are in the process of retiring our Pismo Beach office location.

You can still reach our Pismo Beach office by phone, fax, or email for immediate records requests. In the near future, all records will be transferred to Nipomo Optometry. In November 2026, Dr. Ken Peterson will begin seeing patients at Nipomo Optometry.

Pismo Beach office: (805) 473-9393 Nipomo Optometry: (805) 929-1982

Services We Offer

Eye Exams

Eyewear

Contact Lens

Meet the Doctor
Kenneth A. Peterson, O.D.

For more than 30 years, Dr. Peterson has proudly served the Central Coast with compassionate, personalized eye care. Alongside his friendly and dedicated staff, he’s committed to helping every patient see clearly and live life to the fullest.

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  • I have been coming to Dr. Ken's for at least 16 + years.... I trust him. He's great at taking care of your eyes and a terrific human!

    — Jody C.

  • It was a very good experience for me. Going through all the tests and the kind and gentle way that the technician and Dr. Ken treated me. I thank God for the good optometrist that I have.

    — Norberta V.

  • A Welcoming Gold Standard Experience! Dr. Peterson employs state-of-the-art technology to comprehensively assess your eye health. He provides clear and straightforward diagnoses of your vision, which I believe is of utmost importance. Furthermore, the entire staff demonstrates exceptional professionalism in their respective roles and interactions with patients. This collaborative approach ensures a welcoming, seamless, gold-standard experience. My wife and I are deeply appreciative of having Dr. Ken Peterson Family Optometry serve our needs on the Central Coast of California.

    — Wills C.

  • Dr. Peterson and staff were personable, knowledgeable, and professional. Dr. Peterson was recommended by a neighbor, Kathleen Ayslworth and I was very pleased with her recommendation.

    — Patricia A.

  • A friendly, professional experience from check in to checkout. Dr. Peterson is easy to talk to and answers all questions directly and thoroughly. Highly recommend.

    — Jeffrey F.

  • I have always had smooth appointments with through testing. Dr. Peterson and I are able to discuss how to to keep my eyes healthy. Most of all I am treated like a person and not like a number.

    — Zoe S.

See Clearly.
Live Fully.