Dr. Nathan Schramm, O.D., FSLS
Why you became an Optometrist
I was inspired to pursue optometry after my grandfather, who raised me like a son, developed an incurable eye disease. This personal experience fueled my dedication to research and help patients with severe corneal conditions.
What do you love about your job?
I genuinely love my job because it’s a perfect intersection of what the world needs, what I’m good at, and what gives me passion. The best part of my day is fitting a visually impaired patient with specialty lenses and witnessing their awe at how they can now truly see the world. In addition, I take great joy in treating poor vision in children to create a lifelong impact using advanced myopia control techniques.
Education and Fellowship
Doctor of Optometry degree at Graduated from NSUCO. He is one of 250 fellowship-trained ocular prosthetic (scleral) specialists and became the first of three Certified Nutrition Specialists with an Optometry degree, which he obtained from Nova Southeastern University in 2008.
He is also a fellow of the Scleral Lens Education Society (FSLS), one of 300 worldwide.
Dr. Nathan Schramm’s passion is helping patients with severe corneal conditions (keratoconus/post LASIK ectasia) and preventing myopia (nearsightedness).
Professional Affiliations and Networks
Dr. Nate is an accomplished optometrist, teacher, writer, and key opinion leader. He organized the first congress dedicated solely to ocular prosthetics, the International Congress of Scleral Contacts, now a yearly event. He contributed to a 2019 Ophthalmology textbook’s chapter on scleral lenses and has written for Advanced Ocular Care, Collaborative Eye Journal, Contact Lens Spectrum, and Natural Awakenings.
At various optometry and ophthalmology conferences, Dr. Schramm has taught thousands of doctors about nutrition and scleral lenses in China, India, and the United States. Part of his medical training occurred in China, so he prefers to use a holistic approach to eye care.
Accomplishments
Publications
Contributed to a 2019 Ophthalmology textbook’s chapter on scleral lenses and has written for Advanced Ocular Care, Collaborative Eye Journal, Contact Lens Spectrum, and Natural Awakenings.
Lectures
Dr. Schramm has taught thousands of doctors about nutrition and scleral lenses at various optometry and ophthalmology conferences in China, India, and the United States.
Awards and Recognition
He is a recipient of multiple awards in medicine, academics and legislation from Healio, POWER, NSUCO and a Congressional Commendation for life-saving act.
The Highest Rated Specialty Eye Care Center In Orange County
400 Patient Reviews and 4.9 Star Average Rating On Google
What patients are saying about Dr. Schramm
Ted M
“Dr Schramm and his staff are amazing!. I have had a corneal transplant, a partially detached retina and a cataract surgery on my left eye. A scleral lens was my only option left. Dr Schramm did his magic and now I see crystal clear (20/25) out of my eye I am 72 years old and I did my version of dancing out of his office. Once I get cataract surgery next month on my right eye, I will be back in Dr. Schramm’s office to got a scleral lens for my right eye. Praise to my lord Jesus Christ for directing me here. This might be the best I have ever seen out of this eye. “
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Reviewed on: Oct 19, 2024
Carolyn Sj
“With the scleral lens, fitted by Dr. Schramm, I can see perfectly out of an eye which had blurred vision before the lens. The lens is 100% comfortable, easy to insert and remove. I’ve had 2 scleral lenses before from another office which hurt and were very hard to insert and to remove. I KNOW a good fit! Dr. Schramm answers my many questions. Although I have a well known specialist, ophthalmologist, Dr. Schramm was the first to give a logical explanation for my cornea problem. I will recommend Dr. Schramm without reservation.”
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Reviewed on: Sep 7, 2024
Dawna H
“I had a great experience with Dr. Schramm and his excellent staff! My eyes have been watering so much that it was greatly affecting my life and my acting career! I’ve been to four specialists and finally I have a solution! Dr. Schramm is a wonderful and very caring doctor!”
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Reviewed on: July 27, 2024
Personal Information, Hobbies and Family
Dr. Schramm is known as the scleral lens whisperer across the globe, but his friends call him Nate dawg. When he’s not saving eyes in Armenia, India, China, the U.S., you can find him enjoying a cup of blond nitro cold brew coffee from Starbucks. He spends his time keeping his mind and body alert with activities like racket ball, burpees, pickle ball, and tennis. On the weekends, he’ll be at the local kombucha dispensary or the farmer’s market for his wasabi sprouts. On the special occasion, he’ll treat himself to huckleberry donut from Sidecar and pizza from Prince Street Pizza. Ask him about his ghost stories, he’s been to a haunted mansion and has lived to tell the tale.
What’s an interesting fact about you? What are you doing when you’re not checking eyes?
In my early 20s, I was a personal trainer, so this is one of the reasons why I discuss diet and exercise with my patients. Many people are unaware eye health can be impacted by these things. Another interesting fact is I saved a nun’s life and received a congressional commendation. When I’m not fixing eyes, I work out daily with either yoga or high-intensity interval training like CrossFit. Intermittent fasting and extended water-only fasts keep me mentally balanced and appreciative. I love spending time with my wife, Julie, and our Siberian Husky, Sasha.
