WELCOME TO SEESIDE OPTOMETRY
SEEside Optometry is dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care services with a focus on modern and professional treatment. Our team is committed to ensuring optimal vision health for all our patients. We strive to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.
DR. SANDRA CHOU, OD
Dr. Chou has been practicing full scope optometry since 2020 and is passionate about promoting eye health through personalized care.
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She grew up in Vancouver, and earned her B.S. in Biological Sciences at the University of British Columbia. She then pursued her Doctorate of Optometry at the prestigious UC Berkeley School of Optometry, where she was awarded scholarships for clinical excellence and graduated with honors.
In addition to the UC Berkeley Eye Center, Dr. Chou has completed externships with strong emphasis in ocular disease at the Southern Oregon VA Rehabilitation Center, the Portland VA Medical Center, the UC Santa Cruz Health Center, and the UCSF-John Muir Berkeley Outpatient Clinic. Dr. Chou is also commited to promoting community outreach and has volunteered at various schools throughout the East Bay to provide vision screenings for pre K and elementary school children.
In her free time, Dr. Chou enjoys traveling, trying new recipes, and going on adventures with her dog.
DR. JOHN KROCHMAL, OD
Dr. Krochmal has been practicing in Santa Barbara and Ventura county since 2020 and is experienced in all areas of primary care optometry as well as refractive surgery management.
A southern California native, Dr. Krochmal earned his B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of California Irvine, then pursued his Doctorate of Optometry at UC Berkeley School of Optometry where he graduated with distinction on the Dean's Honor List.
In addition to the UC Berkeley Eye Center, Dr. Krochmal has completed externships with strong emphasis in ocular disease at the Pacific Islands VA, the New Mexico Crownpoint IHS Healthcare Facility, and clinics throughout Marin County CA. Dr. Krochmal is also passionate about giving back to underserved communities and has participated in optometry mission trips to Taiwan and Nicaragua where he provided much needed vision care and resources to those with limited access to healthcare.
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When he is not in the clinic, you can find him out surfing, training for his next race, or traveling.
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