Business Details
Your Trusted Optometrist in Hawthorne, CA
South Bay Family Vision Optometry has been dedicated to providing professional eye care services in Hawthorne, California, for over four decades. Our practice combines advanced technology with personalized attention to ensure thorough vision and health examinations tailored to each patient's unique needs. With a team boasting decades of combined experience, we offer comprehensive eyewear solutions, including designer frames from trusted brands like Ray-Ban and Michael Kors, precision contact lens fittings, and LASIK surgery consultations. Our commitment to excellence extends to our use of state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, including ophthalmoscopes and tonometers, to detect eye health issues and systemic diseases.We prioritize patient education and transparent communication, ensuring clients understand their vision correction options. Our multilingual staff, fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, supports diverse community needs while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards. For specialized care beyond our scope, we maintain trusted referral networks to ensure holistic eye health management.
Services
Eye Exams
Contact Lenses
Eyeglasses
LASIK Consultations
Sports Eyewear
Children's Eye Care
Lens Prescriptions
Glaucoma Testing
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in optometric care
- Our team offers thorough vision and health examinations
- We provide precision contact lens fittings with training
- Our office uses advanced diagnostic equipment for eye health detection
- We offer designer eyewear from trusted brands like Ray-Ban and Michael Kors
Services
Eye Exams
Our comprehensive eye exams use advanced technology to assess vision quality and detect eye health issues. The process includes computer-assisted vision analysis, glaucoma screening with tonometry, and retinal examinations. These evaluations help determine precise lens prescriptions while monitoring for systemic diseases like diabetes that affect eye health.
Contact Lenses
We offer complete contact lens services including initial fittings, training, and follow-up care. Our technicians provide specialized fittings for astigmatism, bifocals, and other vision correction needs. Patients receive detailed instructions for proper lens care and maintenance to ensure comfort and eye health.
Eyeglasses
Our optical department features a wide selection of eyewear from designer brands like Ray-Ban and Coach. Professional staff assist with frame selection based on facial structure and prescription requirements. We ensure proper fit and provide guidance on lens options to optimize visual clarity and comfort.
LASIK Consultations
We provide pre- and post-operative LASIK evaluations to determine surgical candidacy. Our practice coordinates with top surgeons at the Assil Eye Institute for laser vision correction procedures. Patients receive comprehensive information about the LASIK process and expected outcomes during consultation appointments.
Children's Eye Care
Specialized eye exams for children focus on developmental vision needs and early detection of vision problems. Our approach includes age-appropriate testing methods and guidance for parents on maintaining children's eye health through school years and beyond.
People
Dr. James W. Kelsey
Optometrist
Dr. Kelsey graduated from the Los Angeles College of Optometry and has practiced in Hawthorne/Torrance for 40 years. He holds credentials in diagnostic and therapeutic pharmaceuticals and maintains active membership in professional organizations.
Terry Richards
Office Manager
Terry has worked with Dr. Kelsey for 30 years, specializing in optical field operations and eye care insurance. She provides expert assistance with patient needs and insurance coordination.
Alex Adato
Optical Technician
Alex has served as an optical technician for 25 years with specialized training in contact lens products, dispensing, and patient training. He brings extensive practical experience to lens fitting services.
Rosie Altamirano
Receptionist
Rosie manages front desk operations with a focus on patient scheduling and initial consultations. She supports multilingual communication in English, Spanish, and Tagalog for patient convenience.
Nathalie Lopez
Optician Assistant
Nathalie assists with optical services and patient support under supervision of licensed opticians. She contributes to frame selection and basic lens information for first-time eyewear buyers.
Questions
What eye care services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, designer eyewear, LASIK consultations, children's eye care, and glaucoma testing using advanced diagnostic technology.
Do you accept my vision insurance?
We participate with VSP, Medicare, Medicaid, and AVP-Foundation Health. Please contact our office to verify coverage details for your specific insurance plan.
What designer eyewear brands do you carry?
Our optical department features Ray-Ban, D&G, Coach, Michael Kors, Tory Burch, Guess, and Timberland frames in various styles and price ranges.
Do you provide LASIK surgery evaluations?
We conduct pre- and post-operative LASIK evaluations and coordinate with top surgeons at the Assil Eye Institute for laser vision correction procedures.
What languages does your staff speak?
Our team communicates in English, Spanish, and Filipino-Tagalog to better serve our diverse patient community.
