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For nearly 20 years, patients from Ventura County have trusted their LASIK and PRK laser eye surgery to Dr. David Shapiro at the Shapiro Laser Eye Center. The Shapiro Laser Eye Center is located in City of Ventura, in the heart of Ventura County, near the seat of the Ventura County Government Center. Patients from throughout Ventura County come to the Shapiro Laser Eye Center to see Dr. Shapiro for PRK and LASIK laser eye surgery.
Ventura County is considered one of the most desirable parts of California, or even the nation, to live. Renowned for its natural beauty and nearly perfect climate, Ventura County also is home to thriving business, excellent schools, and wonderful communities. The 2010 census showed a population of 823,318 people occupying a land area of 2,208 square miles. While the county seat is located in Ventura, the largest city in Ventura County is Oxnard, home to the Port of Oxnard. Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Camarillo, Moorpark, Santa Paula, Port Hueneme, Fillmore, and Ojai are the other cities in Ventura County. Other towns and communities in Ventura County include Newbury Park, Oak Park, Oak View, Piru, Saticoy, Somis, Lockwood Valley, Faria Beach, and Casitas Springs. Ventura County is also home to Anacapa Island of Channel Islands National Park.
Ventura County has three airports: Oxnard Airport, Camarillo Airport, and Santa Paula Airport.
Ventura County is known for its natural beauty. North of Highway 126, Ventura County is mountainous and contains some of the most pristine wilderness in Southern California. Most of this wilderness is part of the Los Padres National Forest. The Sespe Wilderness and the Dick Smith wilderness are also in Ventura County. The highest peak in Ventura County is Mount Pinos at 8831 feet elevation. Many films were filed in Ventura County, including Swordfish, Little Miss Sunshine, Chinatown, the Aviator, and the Rock.
Ventura County has a thriving economy. Port Hueneme is one of the State of California’s busiest deep water ports. Naval Base Ventura County is an important contributor to the economy of Ventura County. Ventura County is also home to approximately 200 high tech firms ranging from aerospace to electronics. Six Camarillo high tech companies have been ranked among the top 50 high tech firms by the Los Angeles Regional Technology Alliance. Biotechnology has a particularly strong presence in Ventura County, which is the home of Amgen. Tourism, film making, and a variety of other industries also contribute to Ventura County’s vibrant economy.
Many of Dr. Shapiro’s LASIK and PRK laser eye surgery patients from out of state or out of the country who tour Ventura County have been impressed with the beauty and vibrancy of this part of Southern California.