Our Staff

Meet Our Optical Team

 
Lorie started her optical career in 1988 and has been a licensed optician since 1990. In 1994, Lorie began her journey in optical retail management. Her focus since then has been to develop herself and the leaders around her to far surpass organizational expectations as well as those of their patients. Her goal is to create a memorable experience for you by ensuring you find the perfect eyewear. She wants you to see great and look amazing! Most importantly, she wants you to become our patient for life. In her free time, Lorie loves cycling, hiking, and traveling.
Lorie Park
Optical Specialist, ABO&NCLE Certified Optician
George began his optical experience in 2012 working as both a lab optician and frame stylist in a national optical chain.  As an optician, he appreciates getting to know a patient’s needs and wants and being able to exceed those requests. In this way, he hopes to build a continuing relationship his patients can appreciate and come back to. He loves SALT. Optics eyewear for their California style and John Varvatos eyewear for their sturdy fit and finish. He is currently also a student, earning his Bachelors Degree in Psychology. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, working out, and enjoying the company of his friends and family.
Ernest George Subia, III
Team Leader, Lab Supervisor, ABO Certified Optician
Michelle was born in New York but grew up in Bakersfield. Michelle is a frame fashionista! Creating the perfect look that will work with your lifestyle is her area of expertise. Michelle enjoys creating meaningful experiences where passion and purpose come together. Michelle loves SALT. Optics eyewear because of their silky and lightweight feel. She also loves John Varvatos eyewear due to their style and rock solid feel. Michelle enjoys working out, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Michelle Carter
Team Leader, Optician

My name is Leslie and I was born in Mexico. I came here when I was 8 years old and left again when I was 16. Four years ago I came back and my first job was in optical. I automatically fell in love with it.   6 months later I took my American Board of Opticianry exam and passed it! I worked at LensCrafters for about 3 years and decided that it was time to explore more! 

Leslie Khan
ABO Certified Optician
James started as a lab technician at the beginning of 2016 at Lenscrafters. He was fascinated by how much substance there is to the optical world as well as how much work goes into making corrective lenses that help millions of people see around the world. Since becoming a lab technician, James has worked to understand the different aspects of the optical field and loves the rewarding feeling of being able to fix, repair and produce eyewear for every patient. After joining the Bakersfield Eye Care team, James grew to appreciate the craftsmanship of Matsuda eyewear and is stunned by the vibrant colors of Etnia Barcalona eyewear. He is also acquiring a degree in Computer Science and enjoys modifying his 2007 Civic SI in his free time.
James Subia
Lab Optician

Diana was born in Long Beach, CA and raised in Bakersfield. She was exposed to optics at a very young age as her mother was also an optician growing up. For the last 5 years she has worked and gained her own experience in optics from a national optical chain. She pays close attention to the patients optical needs, while incorporating her enjoyment of styling and fitting them with her fashion forward expertise. Diana is currently earning her Bachelors degree in Pre-Medical Sciences. For the last 4 years she resided in Camarillo, CA where she attended Cal State Channel Islands. She carries the flavor of the coast life from her time there. She loves spending time with her family and loved ones, and enjoys running and working out to a great playlist. She can also make the world’s best cup of coffee.

Diana Damian
Optician

Dario has been working in the optical field since 2016.  He started at a major optical chain as a lab technician and optician. Dario is a driven individual  that strives to better himself in the field of eye care by working on skills that enhance his optical knowledge.  He also loves to build quality relationships with his patients.  In his free time he is a freelance photographer shooting weddings and portraits.  He also enjoys working out and cycling both on and off road. 

Dario Deleon
Optician

My name is Wendy and I was born and raised in Long Beach, California. I moved to Bakersfield about five years ago to start a family. After being a stay at home mom, I decided to go back into optics. I have worked in optics for over 6 year’s with most of my experience coming from a national optical chain and one year working for a private optical. I absolutely fell in love working for a smaller company that I had to go back. I love to travel and create amazing memories with my family. 

Wendy Landa
Optician

Dan started his career in optics, in the Midwest in the mid-90’s…after near 5 years, he took a time away from the optical world to pursue his love of art and theater. After nearly 15 years, he returned to the “world he never really left behind”. After many years pursuing his other dreams including starting a family, he found himself, back in that familiar territory for the past 6 years. The world of eyeglasses, contacts and the advancements in technology are remarkable. Working in an office environment, rather than ‘Big Box’ has lent itself to a lot of growth. You can tell the entire staff’s heart is into helping the patient and it shows…

Daniel Freeburg
Optician

Danielle grew up in Fresno and relocated to Bakersfield with her husband in 2010. Shortly after, she began her optical experience in 2012.  Danielle loves helping her patients find that perfect frame and creating a fun shopping experience. Her favorite line is Matsuda because of the craftsmanship and details put in to every frame. Danielle is currently attending High Desert Medical College to be an Ultrasound Technician. When she isn’t attending school or working, she and her husband enjoy taking their son Luke on new adventures. Danielle enjoys all games and will never pass up a game night with family and friends.

Danielle Gallagher
Optician

Brandie has over 16 years experience in the optical industry here in Bakersfield. She joined our practice when we established the business in 2012 and has worn many hats here at our office. She is certified by the American Board of Opticianry and the National Contact Lens Examiners. She keeps her optical knowledge up-to-date by attending continuing education courses on the regular. Brandie is currently in a role which allows her to dedicate more time to her young children’s extra-curricular activities, such as cub scouts and dancing. She is on a mission to complete a huge bucket list of adventures which includes: visiting many travel destinations, hiking, swimming with stingrays, zip lining, running in several fun races, learning to play pickleball, river tubing, learning to fish, learning to target shoot, discovering new recipes her family will enjoy, riding in a hot air balloon and lots of camping. 

Brandie Smith
Billing Specialist, ABO&NCLE Certified Optician

Store Hours SW (Effective 9/28/20)

Sun........Closed

Mon....... 9 - 5

Tue........ 11 - 7

Wed.......9 - 5

Thu........11 - 7

Fri..........9 - 1

 Sat.......Closed

 

Store Hours NW (Effective 9/28/20)

Sun........Closed

Mon....... 9 - 5

Tue........ 11 - 7

Wed.......9 - 5

Thu........11 - 7

Fri..........9 - 1

  Sat....... Closed

 

Email

Bakersfield Eye Care SW

info@bakersfieldeyecare.com

Bakersfield Eye Care NW

info2@bakersfieldeyecare.com

Location

Bakersfield Eye Care SW 
11320 Ming Ave #360, Bakersfield, CA 93311

Bakersfield Eye Care NW
5535 Calloway Dr #100, Bakersfield, CA 93312

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