Our Practice History
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Sunnyvale Optometry was founded in 1946 by Dr. Harry Springer as the first optometric practice in the city of Sunnyvale.
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He took great pride when his daughter, Dr. Karen Springer, joined him in private practice in 1978 but who has since then retired. In 1985, Dr. Mark Ichikawa became a partner of the expanding practice. In 2013, Dr. Cindy Tran acquired the practice after working as an associate for over a decade. All associate doctors remain part of the integral team covering all aspects of ocular health and vision eye care. We continue to grow by word-of-mouth referrals and have served generations of families in the Bay Area community for many years.
Our practice philosophy is to provide personalized, quality patient care. We make every effort to educate our patients about your eye health concerns and eye care needs. Our doctors and staff look forward to being an active part of your health care team.
Our practice philosophy is to provide personalized, quality patient care. We make every effort to educate our patients about your eye health concerns and eye care needs. Our doctors and staff look forward to being an active part of your health care team.
Cindy H. Tran, O.D.
Dr. Cindy Tran received her Bachelor of Sciences degree in Biochemistry from the University of California at Davis in 1996. She earned her doctorate degree from the Southern California College of Optometry in 2001. She enjoys general family practice.
When she has free time, Dr. Tran enjoys traveling, hiking and spending time with her husband.
Dr. Tran is fluent in Vietnamese.
If you have a question for Dr. Tran, email her at drtran@sunnyvaleoptometry.net
When she has free time, Dr. Tran enjoys traveling, hiking and spending time with her husband.
Dr. Tran is fluent in Vietnamese.
If you have a question for Dr. Tran, email her at drtran@sunnyvaleoptometry.net
Julie Hwang, O.D., FAAODr. Julie Hwang received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of California at Berkeley, and her doctorate degree from the Southern California College of Optometry. She completed a residency in primary eyecare and low vision rehabilitation at the VA Medical Center in Palo Alto. Dr. Hwang is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a member of the American Optometric Association.
Dr. Hwang is passionate about serving those with visual impairment and blindness and was the low vision optometrist at the VA Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ for ten years. She greatly enjoyed working with visually impaired veterans with macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, acquired brain injury/ stroke, and other conditions that significantly affect vision. She also served on clinical faculty at the Arizona College of Optometry at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ. After a decade of being in Arizona, Dr. Hwang is ecstatic to return to the Bay Area where she grew up. In her spare time, she is chasing after her toddler, spending time with her family and friends, traveling, reading, or learning about wine. Dr. Hwang is proficient in conversational Mandarin Chinese. If you have a question for Dr. Hwang, email her at drhwang@sunnyvaleoptometry.net |
Spencer A. Lee, O.D.
Dr. Spencer Lee received his Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from the University of California in San Diego before receiving his doctorate degree from the University of Missouri-St. Louis College of Optometry. He is TPA certified and is licensed to treat glaucoma and various ocular diseases. He is professionally affiliated with the California Optometric Association, the American Academy of Optometry, and the American Optometric Association.
Dr. Lee completed clinical externships at the Saint Louis University Eye Institute, The Koetting Associates, St. Louis Community Healthcare Centers, Eigenbrodt Vision Center in Illinois, and the University of Missouri-St. Louis University Eye Center.
In addition to providing comprehensive eye care, Dr. Lee’s special interests include the diagnosis and management of retinal diseases and dry eye syndrome. He also enjoys fitting specialty contact lenses, including orthokeratology, scleral lenses, and rigid gas permeable lenses. Dr. Lee has experience serving the geriatric population and can speak conversational Cantonese.
During his free time, he enjoys traveling, basketball, watching movies, exploring local cuisine, and spending time with his family and friends.
If you have a question for Dr. Lee, email him at office@sunnyvaleoptometry.net
Dr. Lee completed clinical externships at the Saint Louis University Eye Institute, The Koetting Associates, St. Louis Community Healthcare Centers, Eigenbrodt Vision Center in Illinois, and the University of Missouri-St. Louis University Eye Center.
In addition to providing comprehensive eye care, Dr. Lee’s special interests include the diagnosis and management of retinal diseases and dry eye syndrome. He also enjoys fitting specialty contact lenses, including orthokeratology, scleral lenses, and rigid gas permeable lenses. Dr. Lee has experience serving the geriatric population and can speak conversational Cantonese.
During his free time, he enjoys traveling, basketball, watching movies, exploring local cuisine, and spending time with his family and friends.
If you have a question for Dr. Lee, email him at office@sunnyvaleoptometry.net
VIVIAN T. NGUYEN, O.D.
Dr. Vivian Nguyen was born and raised in the Bay Area. From a young age, Dr. Nguyen has been giving back to her community by volunteering with Second Harvest Food Bank, Boys and Girls Club, and Hope Partners.
Dr. Nguyen further developed her sense of empathy from working with a wide range of patients across different demographics, economic climates, and disabilities. She completed a diverse array of clinical training at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital, Heritage Optical, Jackson Vision Clinic, and Bradenton VA Clinic. Her training included emphasis on treatment and co-management of glaucoma, ocular disease, and dry eye treatment.
Dr. Nguyen is TPA certified and licensed to practice full-scope optometry. She earned her doctorate degree at Western University of Health Sciences, where she graduated with honors,after receiving her Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science at University of California, San Diego. Currently, she is a proud member of the Santa Clara County Optometric Society and California Optometric Association. Dr. Nguyen can also speak conversational Vietnamese.
On the weekends, you can find her in the kitchen trying new recipes or running outdoors. She is also constantly on the hunt for her new favorite boba shop in the Bay Area.
If you have a question for Dr. Nguyen, email her at office@sunnyvaleoptometry.net
HELEN S. Lee, O.D.
Dr. Helen Lee received her Bachelor of Science in General Biology from the University of California, San Diego and her doctorate degree from the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry. She completed her clinical externships at VA Puget Sound Health Care System in Tacoma, WA and in community health wellness centers in Hayward and Eastmont. She is TPA certified and a member of the California Optometric Association.
Having worn glasses since elementary school, Dr. Lee is no stranger to glasses and contacts. She has personal experience with various specialty contact lenses including corneal reshaping therapy (CRT). Dr. Lee strives to find solutions to her patient's visual needs.
As a Bay Area native, she loves being a foodie and exploring new restaurants. Also during her free time, she enjoys traveling and watching movies.
Dr. Lee is fluent in Korean.
If you have a question for Dr. Lee, email her at office@sunnyvaleoptometry.net
Having worn glasses since elementary school, Dr. Lee is no stranger to glasses and contacts. She has personal experience with various specialty contact lenses including corneal reshaping therapy (CRT). Dr. Lee strives to find solutions to her patient's visual needs.
As a Bay Area native, she loves being a foodie and exploring new restaurants. Also during her free time, she enjoys traveling and watching movies.
Dr. Lee is fluent in Korean.
If you have a question for Dr. Lee, email her at office@sunnyvaleoptometry.net