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Houriya Mahboobi, O.D.

Optometrist

Houriya Mahboobi, O.D., is an optometrist providing comprehensive eye care with a focus on the management of ocular disease. She earned her Doctor of Optometry with clinical and academic honors from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry and completed a residency in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular disease at the Salem VA Medical Center. Dr. Mahboobi sees patients at The Eye Center's Manassas and Sterling offices and offers contact lens fittings, including for more complex prescriptions.

Residency

Salem VA Medical Center

Internship

Salem VA Medical Center

See Clearly Vision

Optometry School

Pennsylvania College of Optometry

Undergraduate

University of Virginia

Professional Excellence

Dr. Mahboobi began her education at the University of Virginia, where she graduated Dean's list with a baccalaureate degree in Middle Eastern Studies and Religion. She went on to earn her Doctor of Optometry degree, with clinical and academic honors, from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia. Her clinical training included internships at the Salem VA Medical Center, See Clearly Vision, and Capital Eye Consultants, all in Virginia, followed by a residency in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular disease at the Salem VA Medical Center.

"Good eye care starts with listening, then taking the time to explain each finding so it actually makes sense. Whether it is a routine visit or managing a more complex condition, I want every patient to leave feeling confident about their eyes."

Houriya Mahboobi, O.D.

Language:

  • English

Honors & Awards

American Optometric Association

Active Member

Virginia Optometric Association

Active Member

Northern Virginia Optometric Association

Active Member

Beta Sigma Kappa

International Optometric Honor Society; recognized as an International Optometric Honor Student

Clinical Focus

Dr. Mahboobi provides comprehensive eye care with a particular focus on the management of ocular disease, seeing patients for routine and primary eye care as well as eye emergencies. She offers contact lens fittings, including fittings for more complex prescriptions, and participates in the pre- and post-operative care of patients undergoing cataract and refractive surgery, coordinating each stage of treatment. She is licensed to practice optometry in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is an active member of the American Optometric Association, the Virginia Optometric Association, the Northern Virginia Optometric Association, and Beta Sigma Kappa, the international optometric honor society. Her approach centers on listening closely and explaining each finding clearly, so that patients understand their eye health and feel confident in their care.

Houriya Mahboobi, O.D. is an optometrist who provides comprehensive eye care with a focus on the management of ocular disease, and who offers contact lens fittings, including fittings for more complex prescriptions.

What Our Patients Say

  • New Everyone was so kind and efficient. I was seen quickly and had all of my tests done immediately. Then Dr Mahboobi’s was in within minutes and listened to my concerns and addressed each one. I felt listened to and cared for!

    — Becky Bellino

  • Staff friendly, Dr. Mahboobi wonderful. Highly recommend!

    — DeAnna Gilmore

  • I like this location because I am able to get in and out quickly. Staff is very friendly and Dr. Mahboobi is professional and always pleasant!

    — Ashleigh O.

  • Dr. Mahboobi was very attentive and genuinely interested in my case. She understands the difficulty I have with contact lenses and was very proactive in helping me. She gave me excellent recommendations on how to take better care of my eyes. She is professional, kind, and I highly recommend her.

  • New This is an excellent facility, staff are veryp friendly and lhelpful. Dr. Mahboobi is professional, very pleasant, knowlrgeable, and was helpful in diagnosing the eye condition. I highly recommend this clinic.

    — Rudaina Alrefai

  • New Experienced staff that expedite their patient's visits and provide detailed health information. I very much enjoy my interactions with Dr. Mahboobi who always has a smile on her face and a great bedside manner:).

    — Andrew Smith

  • I had my first checkup at the Alexandria Eye Center a neighbor for a recommendation. It was truly a 5* experience. Everyone was so pleasant and helpful. Dr. was lovely. Can’t wait to get my new glasses.

    — Anne Capitman

  • The OD was Dr Mahboobi who took the time to thoroughly examine my eyes and make recommendations! The office was clean, modern and professional. I had a great experience and highly recommend them.

    — Perfecto Ramos

  • Great service, friendly environment. Dr. Mahboobi was wonderful with a big smile. Thank you.

    — Mah Aayadi

  • New Excellent visit! Staff is always prepared. Dr. Mahboobi is the best! Robin in the eyeglass department is always knowledgeable and helpful.

    — Rick Amy

  • New I have been with practice for 20+ years. The staff is professional and very helpful. Dr. Mahboobi is great.

    — Robyn Chung

  • My eye doctor Mahboobi was very thorough and upbeat. She has a very helpful team.

    — Jerry P

  • I came here as a new patient, and was immediately greeted with warm smiles. The doctor was phenomenal, and the optician was fantastic! I never felt rushed or overlooked Highly recommend!

    — brooke gill

  • Saw Dr Mahboobi, she is an amazing doctor. We travel quite a distance to see her. She is worth it. Always does a great job for my husband and I. She makes the practice shine. You will love her. She cares about her patients.

    — Janet

  • I had a very pleasant experience at The Eye Center, everyone was very friendly from the front receptionist Ms. Astrid to Dr Houriya Mahboobi!! Thanks for making my first visit great!!

    — Margaret Corum

  • All of the staff is great. They are welcoming, personable and caring. I love Dr. Mahboobi's friendliness and thoroughness. I am very happy to have her as my Optometrist.

    — Frankie Johnson

  • Dr. Mahboobi is amazing and even figured out my difficult multifocal contact lens issue so I can now see without readers. She even rearranged her schedule to make apmt fit along with my husband’s appointment for his post-op cataract apmt in which Dr. Reisner miraculously used laser to fix his cataracts and fixed his lifelong vision so he no longer needs contacts or readers. Life has improved tremendously for him thanks to Dr. Reisner’s laser cataract with trifocal IOLs.

    — Laura Sullivan

  • Fast check-in, friendly Optometrist, Dr. Mahboobi prescribed drops for my dry eyes. I see big improvement. Grateful and recommend!

    — ELENITA ANDRES

  • They made time to help me even as a new patient with an emergency visit. Short wait nice staff and Dr Mahboobi was awesome!

    — Lady Kryptonite

  • Houriya Mahboobi, O.D is a MUST see. I have never seen an eye Dr with a kinder and more caring disposition. What a joy to meet a Dr. that is truly enjoying their craft. She has a lovely calming aura and a sweet laugh that will put you at ease and make you feel right at home.

    — Farrah Richo

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