At Optometry At The Shops, our experienced eye care team is committed to delivering elevated vision care in a modern boutique setting. Led by Dr. Mehreen Zia, our Mission Viejo optometry team combines advanced diagnostic technology, personalized treatment, and luxury eyewear expertise to provide comprehensive eye care for all patients.
Dr. Mehreen Zia was born and raised in Calgary, Canada and graduated from University of Calgary with a bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences. She then moved to New York City where she completed her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of Optometry in 2011. Dr. Zia completed her clinical rotations specializing in pediatrics at SUNY, as well as in refractive surgery at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. She is the recipient of many academic achievement awards throughout her education. After graduation, she joined a respectable private practice and after practicing Optometry in Canada for 4 years, she made an escape from the cold weather to join a practice in Nevada. While in the desert, she frequently visited southern California and fell in love with beautiful Orange County and decided to make it her new home.
In 2024 Dr. Zia is an Optometrist at Optometry at The Shops, in Mission Viejo, where she continues to provide comprehensive eye exams while ensuring that her patients receive the highest quality of care. In addition to primary care exams, Dr. Zia and her associate Doctors provide; contact lens fittings, treatment and management of many ocular diseases (including dry eye care), specialized pediatric care, LASIK and cataract consultations and post operative care. She is certified in diagnostic and therapeutic medical privileges in California.
In her free time, Dr. Mehreen Zia loves traveling and is an avid fan of the outdoors. She is a “foodie,” enjoys cooking and also participating in her community. Dr. Zia is fluent in English and Hindi. She served as Vice President of The Calgary Optometric Society and is now a proud member of The American Optometric Association and The California Optometric Association.
Dr. Zia looks forward to meeting you and taking exceptional care of your family’s eye health care needs.
James has spent over eighteen years working in the optical industry. He started out as a technician in an optical lab, where the lenses for your glasses are made. With hard work and passion, James worked his way up to become the Optical Lab Manager, leading a team of ten technicians and overseeing the daily operations of the lab.
In this role, James gained a strong technical background and made sure every pair of lenses met the highest quality standards. He also focused on making sure customer orders were completed quickly and that everyone received great service along the way.
Since joining this practice, James has made it a priority to ensure every patient feels known and valued. He believes that personalized care and genuine connection are just as important as technical expertise in delivering the best optical experience.
Outside of work, James loves spending time with his kids and family. He’s a big fan of amusement parks and can often be found riding roller coasters — always chasing that next thrill and making fun memories with his loved ones.