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Dr. Pinto Ng Zhao, OD
Dr. Pinto is a passionate optometrist with a deep-rooted belief in the transformative power of vision development. Born in Venezuela and raised in Tennessee from the age of two, he obtained his bachelor's degree in Microbiology from the University of Tennessee before pursuing his Doctor of Optometry at the Southern College of Optometry. It was during his time at optometry school that Dr. Pinto found his calling in vision rehabilitation and development, inspired by mentors who showed him the profound impact vision improvement can have on unlocking an individual's full potential. Outside of his professional endeavors, Dr. Pinto is an active member of the Poway-Scripps Rotary community, where he dedicates himself to service and philanthropy. He has also volunteered with Remote Area Medical, Lions Club and VOSH, all providing free eye exams to underserved communities in the United States and abroad, including Jamaica, Honduras, and Mexico. In his leisure time, he finds solace in activities such as meditation, Tai Chi, and traveling. Dr. Pinto mainly enjoys spending time with his wife, Dr. Wai, and their dog, Bear.
Dr. Patricia Wai, OD
Dr. Wai, an accomplished optometrist, graduated from UCSD before earning her Doctorate of Optometry with Honors from Western University of Health Sciences. She completed her internships at the VA Hospitals in Colorado and Connecticut, and also at the San Diego Naval Base. In 2022, she and her husband, Dr. Pinto, opened their own private practice to provide personalized eye care for patients from a holistic approach. Dr. Wai practices full scope optometry, and is licensed in treating ocular disease with therapeutic pharmaceutical agents, glaucoma, and lacrimal irrigation and dilation. Fluent in a multitude of languages, including Mandarin, Cantonese and English, she ensures effective communication with a diverse range of patients. Beyond her profession, she enjoys cooking new recipes with her husband and playing with their Shiba Inu.
Lyna Dyson, COVT
Lyna Dyson is a dedicated vision therapist with over 35 years of experience. Prior to her career in vision therapy, she served as a preschool to 4th-grade teacher, where she developed a passion for supporting children's growth and development. Lyna's dedication to her craft has been recognized, earning the title of the 2007 COVD Vision Therapist of the Year. Beyond her professional achievements, Lyna is a mother of two children and has opened her heart and home to foster over 14 children. In her leisure time, she channels her creativity into quilting, crocheting, and sewing. The most rewarding aspect of her work is witnessing the profound impact vision therapy has on her patients' lives, seeing them excel in various areas beyond just their visual capabilities.
Sarah Carter
Optometric Assistant / Receptionist
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