our practice
Nicole Sim, O.D.
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Dr. Nicole Sim attended UC Berkeley for her undergraduate degree in Molecular Cell Biology. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Vision Science. During her undergraduate studies she volunteered at Albany-Berkeley Optometry, working with Dr. Teresa Goldberg, who inspired her to pursue a career in optometry. Dr. Sim graduated from the UC Berkeley School of Optometry, receiving the Dean’s Award for her thesis.
Dr. Sim has diverse experience in the treatment of eye conditions and diseases. She was trained in various clinics such as a retinal specialty clinic, a low income trauma center and a vision training center for children. She has extensive experience in LASIK co-management, primary care optometry and dry eye treatment, along with other ocular diseases. |
Most recently, she has been and will remain the principal optometrist at Walnut Square Optometry. Dr. Sim understands and values the important role of a primary care optometrist in taking care of not just patients’ eyes but their overall health as well.
When Dr. Sim is not taking care of her patients, she loves to travel the world with her husband. She also loves to practice yoga with her friends and to experience some of the many wonders the Bay Area has to offer, such as its many amazing restaurants, cultural events, and nature.
When Dr. Sim is not taking care of her patients, she loves to travel the world with her husband. She also loves to practice yoga with her friends and to experience some of the many wonders the Bay Area has to offer, such as its many amazing restaurants, cultural events, and nature.
Tara Pahlevan, O.D.
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Dr. Tara Pahlevan received her bachelor of science in cognitive psychology at York University in Toronto, Canada. It was during this time when she began working as a research assistant at a vision science lab and became interested in pursuing a career in optometry.
She attended UC Berkeley School of Optometry where she also completed her residency in Ocular Disease, working alongside retinal specialists and general ophthalmology at both the school and surrounding community clinics. She also had the opportunity to teach optometry students and will continue to stay on as a substitute clinical instructor at the UC Berkeley School of Optometry. Dr. Pahlevan has diverse experience in management of ocular disease and is proficient in pre- and post- operative care of patients interested in cataract or refractive surgery. |
In her free time, she enjoys exploring the Bay Area and all the beauties it has to offer. She is also an avid reader of mystery novels and enjoys watching documentaries. She is thrilled to be joining the highly qualified team at Albany-Berkeley Optometry and looks forward to meeting you.
Teresa Goldberg, O.D.
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Dr. Goldberg is a 1978 graduate of the UC Berkeley School of Optometry. She received her degree for the treatment and management of ocular diseases in 1992. She has held the position of clinical instructor at the University of California School of Optometry at Berkeley.
Dr. Goldberg is affiliated with Pacific Laser Eye Center to co-manage lasik patients. Dr. Goldberg speaks fluent Spanish and has directed the eye clinic at La Clinica de La Raza in Oakland. Dr. Goldberg's gentle touch and personal TLC bring smiles to her patients, especially children. Dr. Goldberg lives in Berkeley with her husband, children and her beloved labs. |
Tracy Ashlock, O.D.
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Dr. Ashlock is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Botany at Miami University of Ohio. She went on to receive her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of California at Berkeley in 2004, making her the 3rd generation of optometrists in her family. Dr. Ashlock graduated with clinical distinction in pediatrics and low vision, and was awarded for her thesis work on retinitis pigmentosa. After graduation she spent 4 years working at a busy ophthalmology and optometry private practice in Antioch, CA until the birth of her son in 2008. In addition, she continues to stay connected and involved with the School of Optometry at Berkeley by serving as a substitute clinical instructor. Dr. Ashlock is a Berkeley resident and is delighted to be serving her local community at Albany Berkley Optometry.
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During her time off, Dr. Ashlock enjoys traveling to provide eye care for those especially in need. As a student, she traveled to Mexico twice with Volunteer Optometric Services for Humanity. In 2005 she traveled to the Dominican Republic with Students International, and recently in August 2009 to Chennai, India with a medical team to provide optometry services to Little Flock orphanage and the surrounding village. Dr. Ashlock also loves staying active with yoga and running, and ran her first marathon in 2006. She cherishes time with family and friends, especially with her husband and 1 year old son.
Dr. Ashlock loves optometry and is dedicated to staying current on the most up to date technology and therapeutics to provide the best possible eye care available. In addition to providing comprehensive eye examinations and treating infections, inflammations, and dry eyes, she is licensed to remove foreign bodies and co-manage refractive and cataract surgeries. Dr. Ashlock would like to thank you for choosing Albany Berkeley Optometry and looks forward to meeting you.
Dr. Ashlock loves optometry and is dedicated to staying current on the most up to date technology and therapeutics to provide the best possible eye care available. In addition to providing comprehensive eye examinations and treating infections, inflammations, and dry eyes, she is licensed to remove foreign bodies and co-manage refractive and cataract surgeries. Dr. Ashlock would like to thank you for choosing Albany Berkeley Optometry and looks forward to meeting you.