Central Valley Eye Medical Group, Inc.

Bios

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  Stephen A. Lin, M.D.

  Glaucoma Specialist | General Ophthalmology

  Stephen A. Lin, M.D. is a board certified ophthalmologist who first joined Central Valley Eye in 1996. Dr. Lin was raised in Manteca where his father was one of the first specialist physicians serving the community for over 30 years. After graduating as Manteca High’s valedictorian, Dr. Lin attended Wheaton College in Illinois receiving Summa Cum Laude honors. He then chose to attend medical school at University of California, San Diego receiving recognition for outstanding research before subsequently receiving his ophthalmology training at Stanford University where he also completed a fellowship in glaucoma. He currently serves on the clinical faculty at Stanford Medical Center as an assistant professor, utilizing his experience and expertise in instructing young physicians in ophthalmic surgery. Dr. Lin is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and member of the American Glaucoma Society, The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, The American Medical Association and the San Joaquin Medical Society. His professional interests include small incision cataract surgery, glaucoma management and refractive surgery including LASIK and premium intraocular lens technology. As a partner at Central Valley Eye, Dr. Lin believes in “providing compassionate, personalized patient care while always striving to achieve the best treatment and surgical outcomes by mastering the latest techniques in modern ophthalmology.”

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  Stevens Y. Kim, M.D.

  Medical Retina Specialist | General Ophthalmology

  Stevens Y. Kim, M.D. was born and raised in Palo Alto, California. He attended Stanford University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree and Doctor of Medicine. He served as the Chief Resident in Ophthalmology where he was a Fellow in Vitreoretinal Diseases. Dr. Kim joined Central Valley Eye Medical Group in 1996. He specializes in modern suture-less cataract surgery and the treatment of retinal diseases, especially those affecting diabetics and the elderly. Most recently, Dr. Kim has broadened his practice to include premium lens technology and cosmetic surgery of the eyelids. He is proud to offer Juvederm and Botox for those wanting a more youthful appearance. Dr. Kim is available for routine eye care and surgical consultations in Stockton, Manteca and now in Modesto. He continues to serve on the clinical faculty at Stanford University, working at the VA hospital once a month. Dr. Kim is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, American Medical Association, California Medical Association and the San Joaquin Medical Society. Dr. Kim and his wife Blaire have been married for twenty years and have 3 children. Dr. Kim is a die-hard San Francisco Giants fan and enjoys spending time with his family.

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  Kimberly Cockerham, M.D., FACS

  Oculoplastics Specialist | General Ophthalmology

  Kimberly Cockerham, M.D., FACS was raised in San Mateo and pursued her undergraduate degree at University of California, San Diego. Graduating with honors, she was awarded a US Army scholarship to George Washington University Medical School in Washington, D.C, and graduated with honors. While on active duty, Dr. Cockerham completed her general surgery internship at Letterman Army Medical Center followed by an ophthalmology residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. After excelling in two fellowships (one at Walter Reed and the other in Pittsburgh), Dr. Cockerham was selected as the Director of Oculofacial Plastics at Walter Reed. She had the honor of providing care for soldiers injured in Operation Desert Storm, Desert Shield, Bosnia, Somalia and the Beirut bombings. Dr. Cockerham is currently an adjunct Associate Clinical Professor at Stanford University and enjoys clinical research, lecturing and teaching in addition to patient care.

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  Daniel Y. Choi, M.D.

  Glaucoma Specialist | General Ophthalmology

  Daniel Choi, M.D. is a fellowship trained glaucoma specialist. He was born and raised in California and attended UCLA where he graduated magna cum laude with a degree in physiology. During his undergraduate work at UCLA he served as the president of the American Medical Student Association. He then obtained his medical degree at UCLA and finished his medical internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. After this, Dr. Choi went to Stanford University to complete his ophthalmology residency where he served as Chief Resident. He then returned back to UCLA as a clinical instructor and also completed a glaucoma fellowship at the Stein Eye Institute. Dr. Choi is the founder of two non-profit organizations: Project Nicaragua and Project RISHI. These medical organizations focus on providing improved healthcare to the underserved international community. He has also been on multiple medical mission trips to Mexico, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Korea. Dr. Choi is also actively involved in ophthalmic research and has published in multiple peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and has presented his research at multiple national conferences. Currently, his research interest remains primarily in the area of glaucoma. Since joining the Central Valley Eye Medical Group, Dr. Choi has continued to pursue his passion for medical education by teaching both glaucoma and cataract surgery to Stanford ophthalmology residents. He is also an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Glaucoma Society. Outside of work, Dr. Choi enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and exploring the outdoors.

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  Ethan Tittler, M.D.

  Oculoplastics Specialist | General Ophthalmology

  Ethan Tittler, M.D. was raised in the small town of Trumansburg, New York, until the age of 13, when his family moved to Auckland, New Zealand. He returned to the U.S. after high school and received his bachelor’s degree from Pomona College, then attended medical school at the University of Southern California. He completed his 1-year internship at the University of Utah, and then his specialty training in ophthalmology at the University of Maryland. Dr. Tittler was then selected for further sub-specialty training in oculoplastic and orbital surgery at Stanford University, where his work focused on problems of the eyelids, eye sockets, tear production and drainage system, rare inflammatory conditions, cancers, and trauma. Dr. Tittler’s commitment to training in the management of problems both within and around the eye give him the expertise to provide the best possible care for all his patients. To this end, he has authored multiple articles, published in academic, peer-reviewed journals on a wide variety of subjects, and has also authored a book chapter. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. In his leisure time, Dr. Tittler enjoys spending time with his friends and family, hiking, biking, skiing, surfing, and traveling.

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  Michael James Sakamoto, M.D

  Glaucoma Specialist | General Ophthalmology

  Michael James Sakamoto, M.D was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan where his father worked for the U.S.A.F. He attended the University of Redlands where he earned his Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees. He went on to graduate school on an NIH fellowship to study Molecular Biology at Tufts University and Immunology at the University of Pennsylvania. Turning his attention to medicine took him to UCLA, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree. He completed an internship in internal medicine at Pacific Presbyterian Hospital in San Francisco and a residency and chief residency in Ophthalmology at Yale-New Haven Hospital. This was followed by a Shaffer fellowship in Glaucoma at UCSF. Specialization In 1991 Dr. Sakamoto moved to the Central Valley, where he practices Ophthalmology with a specialty in glaucoma in Sacramento and Modesto. About Dr. Sakamoto Dr. Sakamoto is board certified in Ophthalmology and is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Glaucoma society. He enjoys spending time with his family and counts foreign travel, swimming, cooking, and following his beloved Dodgers as hobbies.

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  Vikram Girn, O.D.

  General Optometry

  Vikram Girn, O.D. is a Stockton native with a focus on family eye care. He is an alumni of Tyler Elementary, Hazelton Elementary, and Hamilton Middle School. He graduated from Franklin High School in 2005 where he completed the International Baccalaureate program. He is a proud Aggie alumni who graduated with honors from University of California, Davis, where he received his Bachelors of Science in Neurology, Physiology, and Behavior. He moved to sunny southern California where he earned his Doctor of Optometry Degree from the Southern California College of Optometry. His training incorporated diverse disciplines of ocular disease, pediatrics, and acute anterior segment care. Dr. Girn is proud to have served our military service men and women at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Okinawa, Japan and our veterans at VA Southern Nevada in North Las Vegas, Nevada. During the eye health evaluation, he addresses all of the patients’ needs and prescribes his recommendations based on the latest exam findings. Dr. Girn focuses on educating his patients about exam findings and the treatment plan in a thorough and easy to understand manner. Dr. Girn along with his optical team will customize a lens package that will fit his patient’s lifestyle and needs. For those patients who would like to be rid of glasses altogether, Dr. Girn performs custom contact lens fitting using the latest lens technologies that maximize vision, comfort, and eye health. For patients interested in Laser surgery or cataract surgery, Dr. Girn works with our surgeons at Valley Laser & Surgery Center. Dr. Girn co-manages the laser surgeries and cataract surgeries with Dr. Stephen Lin and Dr. Stevens Kim of Central Valley Eye Medical Group. He holds active membership in the California Optometric Association, the American Optometric Association, and is a board member of the San Joaquin Optometric Society.

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  Juana Li, O.D.

  General Optometry

  Juana Li, O.D. was born in Hong Kong and immigrated with her family to the United States at the age of five. She was raised in Modesto and decided to pursue her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, where she received her Bachelor’s degree in biology. She attended and obtained her optometry degree from the Southern California College of Optometry at Ketchum University. Her optometric training included rotations at the Optometric Center of Los Angeles and Veterans Affairs Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center. In her spare time, she has also volunteered locally and abroad with organizations such as Angels for Sight, Special Olympics, Remote Area Medical, SEE International, and Lions In Sight. She looks forward to helping current and new patients with their vision and eye care needs.

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  Kelsey Price, OD

  General Optometry

  Kelsey Price, OD. attended and completed her undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, Reno. She received her Optometry degree from Rosenburg School of Optometry in San Antonio, TX. She completed her rotations through the Veterans Administration in Salem Virginia and at Boise Eye care in Idaho. Dr. Price went on to complete a residency at Omni Eye Services in Atlanta Georgia specializing in ocular Disease and co-management of surgical cases. About Dr. Price Dr. Price was born and raised in Lodi, CA. She is proud to be back in the central valley to provide eye care. Dr. Price loves to spend time with her family and in her spare time she loves traveling, snowboarding, and wake surfing.

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