Dr. Mila Ioussifova
O.D. FAAO
Dr. Mila Ioussifova, O.D. is a Doctor of Optometry in Portland, OR. It is my privilege to be your eye care provider at South Wate...
Read MoreDr. Mila Ioussifova
O.D. FAAO
Dr. Mila Ioussifova, O.D. is a Doctor of Optometry in Portland, OR.
It is my privilege to be your eye care provider at South Waterfront Eye Care. My goal is to take care of your eye care needs today, but also help you keep good vision and healthy eyes for life. I am a strong proponent of preventative care and believe that nutrition and natural lifestyle can help you be healthy and happy for life.
I received my Doctor of Optometry degree in 2007 from New England College of Optometry and completed a community health-based residency program in Boston, MA. My training was extensive and diverse, including pediatric, geriatric, and primary care optometry, as well as, contact lens and ocular disease management.
In 2009 I returned to Portland and re-discovered how lovely and one of a kind it is. Portlandians appreciate individuality and uniqueness. At South Waterfront Eye Care I want my patients to feel the personal service from the moment they walk in. While practicing optometry for the past 6 years, I have developed a special interest in ocular nutrition. Preventative care has become an important part of my practice.
As a current adjunct clinical faculty at Pacific University College of Optometry, I have the honor of working with optometric interns. I am involved in clinical education, didactics and training of future optometrists.
I am originally from Azerbaijan; I speak Azerbaijani and Russian. Мы говорим по-русский!
Email: dr.mila@swec.us
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Certified Nutrition Specialist
Eye Thrive Wellness, LLC
September 2023 – Present - Consultant/Speaker
Bausch+Lomb, BioTissue, Brill, Johnson & Johnson,
Lumenis, NuVissa, Sight Sciences, Sun Pharma, Tarsus
EDUCATION
- Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine
University of Western States – Portland, OR - Optometry Resident
Primary Care and Ocular Disease Optometry
Dorchester House Multi-Service Center – Dorchester, MA - Doctor of Optometry (OD)
New England College of Optometry - Bachelor of Science (BS)
Minors in Chemistry and Business Administration
University of Oregon – Eugene, OR
LEADERSHIP
- OcularWellness and Nutrition Society
Board Member - Oregon Optometric Physicians Association
Board of Directors – Education Chair - American Academy of Optometry Anterior Segment Section
Program Chair
LICENSURE
- IV- Phlebotomy
- Certified Nutrition Specialist
American Nutrition Association - Phlebotomy
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American Optometric Association (AOA)
- Oregon Optometric Physicians Association (ООРА)
- American Academy of Optometry (AAO)
- Ocular Wellness and Nutrition Society (OWNS)
- American Nutrition Association (ANA)
AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry
- Fellow of the Ocular Nutrition and Wellness Society
- Asarkof Low Vision Scholarship
- Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Fraternity
- Leadership YOU – Oregon Optometric Physicians Association
- National Board of Examiners in Optometry
MEDIA
- Defocus Media – November 2024, January 2025
- The Optometric Insights Podcast – Sept 2024, Sept 2023, May 2023
- Optometry Unleashed – November 2023
- The 20/20 Podcast – September 2023
- 20/20 Money Podcast – September 2023
- Try Not to Blink – August 2023
- To The Point Podcast – February 2023
- Dry Eye Coach – December 2021
- KATU Live Interviews
Dr. Sarah A. Ciampa
OD, FAAO
Dr. Sarah A. Ciampa earned her doctorate of optometry from New England College of Optometry and completed a primary eye care and ocul...
Read MoreDr. Sarah A. Ciampa
OD, FAAO
Dr. Sarah A. Ciampa earned her doctorate of optometry from New England College of Optometry and completed a primary eye care and ocular disease residency at the VA Maine Healthcare System. She is an active Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. Dr. Ciampa believes preventative care, overall wellness, and great patient/doctor communication can all play an integral role in maintaining healthy eyes and vision.
Outside of the exam room, Dr. Ciampa enjoys exploring the Pacific Northwest outdoors and road trips with her husband and rescue pup. She also enjoys cooking with friends, making her best attempt at fly fishing, and plenty of yoga.
Rishad Ioussifov
Administrator
Tischa Ioussifova
Advance Esthetician, Clinician
Sydney Schiller
Advance Esthetician
A Familial, Relationship-Driven Practice
South Waterfront Eye Care was founded over a decade ago as a family-run business by Dr. Mila Ioussifova with a simple core value: connection. Today, she is joined by her brother, Rishad Loussifov, who manages both the eyecare practice and our brand new expansion, South Waterfront Aesthetic & Wellness (SWAW), opening in Q3 2025. Rishad’s wife, Tischa, organically became certified as an aesthetic provider after connecting to her passion for skincare, completing a tight-knit trio that guides our mission every day.
There is a tremendous sense of pride in what we have built together. The “family-feel” you experience when you walk through our doors is entirely intentional. We have hand-nurtured a team that shares a passion for genuine care, absolute support, and the uplifting energy of our local community. Like family, everyone pitches in for the benefit of one another—and most importantly, for you.
Connecting the Dots for Your Well-Being
Dr. Mila’s medical journey started with “VISION” in the literal sense. However, caring for eyes quickly gave her a unique perspective on how eye conditions are often a symptom of deeper, systemic issues. Her clinical research led her to connect the dots between eye health, targeted nutrition, and the gut microbiome—which eventually led her to pursue specialized training to study functional medicine.
Today, she practices as a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist alongside her standard Optometry practice. By treating the synergies between laser interventions, eye health, and aesthetic enhancement, we look at the whole person. We see the eyes as the window to your entire well-being, grounding our treatment plans in the most natural interventions possible, complimented by world-class technology.
A “Feel Good” Sensory Experience
Our practice is highly connected to the vibe of our beautiful, park-like, and eco-friendly South Waterfront neighborhood. We want your visit to feel like an escape, not an appointment. The interior environment is intentionally light, bright, and modern—blending mid-century minimalism with classical design, botanical greens, and natural wood textures to evoke a sense of quiet luxury.
That thoughtful curation extends directly to our optical boutique. You won’t find mass-produced, generic frames here. We proudly champion independent frame manufacturers, seeking out the unique stories, quality materials, and sophisticated craftsmanship behind every pair to match the diverse styles of our Portland clientele.
In Harmony With Our Community
We are immensely proud to look out our windows and see the thriving community we serve. Striking a gender-neutral, genuinely inclusive, and affirming atmosphere is vital to us, and we mirror our natural surroundings through a healthy, active lifestyle.
From proudly sponsoring the South Waterfront Farmers Market to opening up our walls to display the vibrant work of local artists, we strive to keep our roots planted firmly in the neighborhood we love.
Are you a local artist looking to showcase your work in a fresh, high-end space? We would love to highlight you. Reach out to us at info@southwaterfronteyecare.com to share your portfolio.
Press
Finding Her Passion in Ocular Health
An Oregon OD continues her life-long journey of education.
– Women In Optometry (2020)
Do You Have Dry Eye? Your Beauty or Skincare Products Could Be to Blame.
When patients have dry eye disease, Dr. Mila Ioussifova’s goal is to find the root cause and treat it.
– Portland Monthly (June 22nd 2020)
