Golden Optometric Group

Our Whittier Optometry Office

EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE!

Whittier

West Covina

We have been very busy here at Golden Optometric Group, working to improve your overall experience when you visit our offices. Our recently remodeled West Covina and Whittier locations offers expanded selections of designer eyewear and additional examination rooms especially designed for the physically challenged. We also operate an in-house laboratory for faster service, and offer new technology like optomap® laser imaging to aid the Doctors in a more precise diagnosis.

David B. Golden, O.D.

Dr. David Golden graduated with honors from Southern California College of Optometry in 1987. Prior to receiving his Doctor of Optometry degree he attended the University of California at Berkeley. He continues to be part of the Adjunct Faculty at Southern California College of Optometry and is a frequent lecturer on Refractive Surgery topics. Dr. Golden is a founding Doctor of Aris Vision Institute, a leading provider of refractive surgeries throughout the world. In addition, he continues to participate in clinical research for new contact lenses and solutions. He received his therapeutic license in the state of California in 1997.

Kristine M. Kobayashi, O.D.

Dr. Kris Kobayashi completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. She then earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern California College of Optometry. Dr. Kobayashi has specialized training in low vision and hospital-based optometry. She obtained her license to utilize pharmaceutical agents in the state of California in 1997.

Anna M. Pennino, O.D.

Dr. Anna Pennino received her undergraduate degree at California State University at Fullerton. She earned her Doctor of Optometry from New England College of Optometry. Dr. Pennino participated in a clinical research study evaluating the ocular side-effects of a cholesterol lowering medication. She obtained her license to utilize pharmaceutical agents in the state of Texas in 1991 and in the state of California in 1998.

Fanny Lee, O.D.

Dr. Fanny Lee graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. She received her Doctor of Optometry at U.C. Berkeley School of Optometry in 2001 and is TPA certified in California. Her volunteer efforts include participating in the Collaborative Longitudinal Evaluation of Keratoconus (CLEK) Study, as well as providing care in numerous vision screening programs offered to school kids, the elderly, and the homeless. Dr Lee collaborated in a research study evaluating the progression of Age-Related Macular Degeneration after cataract extraction. She is a co-author of the findings published in "Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Science."

David C. Ardaya, O.D.

Dr. David Ardaya is a graduate of the University of Arizona where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physiological Sciences. He was awarded his Doctor of Optometry degree at Pacific University where he graduated with honors. He has been published in "Optometry" magazine and has conducted research on bifocal contact lenses. Dr. Ardaya is a member of the American Optometric Association, the California Optometric Association, and is keyperson coordinator on the Orange County Board of Optometry. He is board certified to treat and diagnose eye diseases in California and Arizona.

Ivy W. Lin, O.D.

Dr. Ivy Lin holds a Bachelor of Science degree from UCLA, and received her Doctorate of Optometry degree from Pacific University in 2003. Since then, she has published an article on the Acuvue Bifocal contact lens, and is a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society, the California Optometric Association, and the American Optometric Association. Dr. Lin is currently a board member of the Orange County Optometric Society, and is the editor of their newsletter.

Andrew B. Wong, O.D.

Dr. Andrew Wong received his undergraduate degree in Physiological Science at the University of California, Los Angeles in 2002. He then earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry in 2006. In 2007, he completed an optometric residency at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He is a member of the American Optometric Association, California Optometric Association, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO). Dr. Wong is married to his beautiful wife, Karen, who is also an optometrist.

Philip Kwok, O.D.

Dr. Philip Kwok received a bachelor degree in Molecular & Cell Biology and in Vision Science at the University of California, Berkeley. There he also earned his Doctor of Optometry degree, with honors, and is a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society.  He was Director of Optometry for over 7 years at the Assil Eye Institute in Beverly Hills, CA, Dr. Kwok. He later assumed the role of clinic director in charge of UCLA's newly formed Jules Stein Eye Center in Santa Monica, CA where he managed the daily operations of the practice in addition to direct patient care. Dr. Kwok has multiple certifications including ABCMO (American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry) licensed optometrist in the U.S., Glaucoma certified in the state of California, and Dr. Kwok is also licensed to diagnose, treat, and manage the care of glaucoma patients.

Debbie Warren, Corporate Manager

After eight years honing her skills as an optician, Debbie began her committment to Golden Optometric Group in 1976 as manager in our West Covina office. Since that time, she has expanded her knowledge of optics and business, and now serves as corporate manager. She still remains actively involved with patients on a daily basis, as this continues to provide her with the most challenging and satisfying experiences. Debbie is responsible for maintaining the uniform quality of care and service you expect from our offices.

Elsa Martinez, West Covina Office Manager

Elsa has been with GOLDEN OPTOMETRIC GROUP since 1989. Starting as a receptionist, she strived to expand her knowledge in the optometric field and soon became a qualified optician. Her continued efforts to exceed expectations and her superior people skills earned her the position of office manager in our West Covina office in 1997. She prides herself on customer service and enjoys working with our patients and staff