Choosing an eye doctor can feel stressful. This is even true when you or your child needs extra care or patience. Many people worry about how their child will handle an exam. Others worry about being understood.
At Optical Illusions, care starts with listening. Appointments move at a calm pace. Children feel safe. Parents feel supported.
Dr. Atean Asslani knows every child is different. Some children need more time. Others need clear steps or a quiet space. By meeting children where they are, he helps families feel confident.
This approach goes beyond vision checks. It helps children feel seen, calm, and cared for.
Care for Special Populations
Special populations include children, patients with learning or developmental differences, people with sensory sensitivities, and those with vision loss. Often, these patients need more than a routine eye exam.
For this reason, Dr. Atean Asslani adjusts each visit. In practice, he changes testing methods when needed. In addition, he allows extra time and gives clear directions. Because of these steps, visits feel easier and less stressful.
Training in Community and Blindness Care
Dr. Asslani gained hands-on experience in community clinics. In these settings, care focuses on access and practical solutions. Because of this training, he developed a flexible and patient-first approach.
Ketchum Health – Anaheim
During his training, Dr. Asslani worked at Beyond Blindness School, a non-profit organization in Tustin, CA. Additionally, he worked in special population services at Ketchum Health in Anaheim. As part of Marshall B. Ketchum University, the clinic emphasizes patient-centered care.
While there, Dr. Asslani worked with patients who had low vision or severe vision loss. Through this work, he saw how vision problems affect daily life. As a result, he learned how to support function and independence.
University Eye Center Community Clinic – South Central Los Angeles
In addition, Dr. Asslani worked at the University Eye Center Community Clinic in South Central Los Angeles. This clinic serves a diverse community. At the same time, it focuses on early care and prevention.
During this period, Dr. Atean treated patients of all ages. Many faced limits to care. Therefore, he learned to communicate clearly and focus on simple solutions.
Gentle Care for Children
Children’s vision affects learning and growth. Because of this, Dr. Asslani places strong focus on all eye care. In particular, he provides early vision checks and monitors development over time.
To help children feel at ease, he uses friendly tools. At the same time, he keeps visits calm and relaxed. As a result, children often feel less anxious during exams.
A Philosophy Based on Respect
Throughout his career, Dr. Atean Asslani has worked in clinics that value access and respect. For this reason, these values guide his care today. Above all, he believes every patient deserves time and clear answers.
At San Ramon Optical Illusions, this approach shapes every visit. Therefore, care feels personal and supportive.
Vision Care That Fits Real Life
Dr. Asslani brings community and blindness-care experience into a modern practice. Because of this background, children and special-needs patients receive care that fits real life.
In the end, Dr. Atean and Optical Illusions offer more than eye exams. Instead, he offers simple, supportive vision care built on trust.
Schedule your appointment at 1 of our 3 conveniently located offices in San Jose, San Mateo, and San Ramon with Dr. Atean Asslani today.
