There’s a new team behind the Anteaters this season, and it’s one that Orange County families have trusted with their vision for more than 50 years. Harvard Eye Associates is proud to announce that we are now the Official Eye Doctors of UC Irvine Athletics, a multi-sport partnership that brings together one of the region’s most established eye care practices and one of its most spirited college athletic programs.
A Partnership Rooted in Orange County
For us, this partnership feels like a natural fit. Harvard Eye Associates has cared for Orange County families since 1974, and UC Irvine Athletics has been a source of pride and community spirit for generations of local fans and students. Teaming up simply made sense.
“Harvard Eye Associates has cared for Orange County families for more than 50 years, and partnering with UC Irvine Athletics is a natural extension of our commitment to this community,” said John A. Hovanesian, MD, of Harvard Eye Associates. “We share the Anteaters’ values of excellence, teamwork, and doing things the right way. We’re proud to support the student-athletes, coaches, and fans who make UCI Athletics such an important part of Orange County.”
Where You’ll See Us
If you’re heading to a game this season, keep an eye out for us. Fans at the Bren Events Center will see Harvard Eye Associates featured on courtside LED rotational signage on both sides of the court, on the videoboard, and in public address announcements throughout the action.
The partnership spans multiple sports, including men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, and soccer. We’ll also be on campus in person, with on-site displays and activations at eight events throughout the season, so come say hello.
Five Decades of Advanced Eye Care
Behind the courtside signage is a practice that has spent 50 years focused on one thing: helping people see their best. Our board-certified physicians have performed more than 200,000 surgical procedures, and we continue to conduct clinical research on new lens implants, surgical devices, and medications, often before they become available to the broader medical community.
With 19 doctors across three Orange County locations in Laguna Hills, San Clemente, and Orange, we offer patients convenient access to nearly every eye care specialty under one roof. That includes:
- Cataract surgery
- Custom LASIK and refractive surgery
- Cornea and dry eye care
- Glaucoma treatment
- Retina care
- General eye exams
- Oculofacial plastic and cosmetic services
Vision Matters, On and Off the Court
Whether you’re an athlete tracking a fastball, a student in the stands, or a parent cheering from the bleachers, healthy vision shapes how you experience the moments that matter. That’s exactly why this partnership means so much to us.
As the Official Eye Doctors of UC Irvine Athletics, we’re excited to raise awareness about the importance of comprehensive eye care while cheering the Anteaters on all season long. So look for us at Anteater home games and campus events this year, and go Anteaters!
Ready to take care of your own vision? Schedule your appointment today!
