Optometry near Santa Clara, CA

Biography: I moved to San Jose from Milwaukee in 2011 to care for my grandparents and have called the Bay Area home ever since. I earned my Doctor of Optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2011 after graduating with honors in biomedical sciences and psychology from Marquette University in 2005. My clinical training focused on ocular diseases, contact lenses, and various areas of optometry, with hands-on experience at the Palo Alto VA Hospital, McCormick Vision Source, and the Illinois Eye Institute. I have a strong passion for diagnosing and treating dry eye disease, helping patients find relief and improve their quality of life. Volunteering Beyond practicing in the office, I™m dedicated to giving back through organizations like Onesight and the Lions Club, participating in local outreach programs to provide eye care for underserved communities. I strongly believe in the connection between physical and mental well-being and strive to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. Personal Life Outside of work and volunteering, I love exploring new places and creating lasting memories with my husband and two daughters.

Care Philosophy: Rather than just treating symptoms, my team and I focus on identifying the root cause and creating tailored solutions. I also guide patients on lifestyle changes to support long-term eye health because I believe good overall health means healthy eyes. Helping my patients see and feel their best is my passion, and I truly mean it when I say, "I love being an optometrist!" Because I have had the privilege of working alongside esteemed surgeons in both Atlanta and the Bay Area, I have extended experience as a refractive surgery consultant. My expertise spans a wide range of refractive procedures, including RK, LASIK, EPI-LASEK, CLE, PRK, accommodating IOLs, Evo ICL, RLE, CXL, and Intacs.