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Our San Francisco Optometrist doctors are friendly and attentive to detail. They both graduated at top of their respective classes and have continued to be leaders in the field of optometry. They are intelligent, professional, friendly and approachable.

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Our Optometrists

Dr. Kathleen Kennedy, O.D.

Dr. Kathleen Kennedy, O.D.

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A native Californian, Dr. Kathleen Kennedy was born in Berkeley and received her bachelor’s degree with honors from UCLA.  She received her doctorate in optometry from UC Berkeley.

Dr. Kennedy has been honored by the California Optometric Society and was chosen for 20/20 magazine’s Best and Brightest award.  She is a past board member of the Castro Lions Club and is past president of the San Francisco Optometric Society.

She has volunteered extensively with Lions In Sight, Help the World See, local school vision screenings, San Francisco’s Project Homeless Connect, and other local and international organizations.

Licensed to treat many ocular conditions, including pink eye and ocular allergies, Dr. Kennedy is deeply committed to taking excellent care of you and your eyes.

When she’s not seeing patients, Dr. Kennedy likes to read, travel, run, and shock her friends (but they are mostly optometrists, so it doesn’t take much).

Dr. Tonya Watson, O.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Tonya Watson, O.D., Ph.D.

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Dr. Tonya Watson received her Doctorate of Optometry from the New England College of Optometry in Boston. She was a Beider Scholar and graduated with both Clinical and Research Honors. After optometry school, Dr. Watson completed a residency in pediatrics and primary care at the UC Berkeley School of Optometry.

Dr. Watson received a Ph.D. in Vision Science from UC Berkeley in 2005. For her dissertation, she worked on several projects to better understand cerebral visual impairment. In addition to working at For Your Eyes Only, Dr. Watson also continues to work part-time at UC Berkeley as a clinical instructor. She enjoys bringing the latest research advancements to clinical care.

Outside of work, Dr. Watson enjoys spending time with her wife and friends. She enjoys traveling, comedy, good food and wine. She also loves her very handsome dogs, Mr. Utley, Max and Charlie.

Dr. Watson looks forward to providing you with the best eye care possible in a fun and friendly environment.

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Our Staff

Erik

Providing you with personalized service
Erik

I look forward to making your visit a pleasant experience. I breathe fashion and will use my expertise to help you find unique and stylish frames that will look great on you. It is a pleasure to welcome you back year after year and to help you update your optical needs. I also enjoy working with you one-on-one to train you in insertion and removal of contact lenses should you need it.

Lita

Delivering a first-rate experience…always!
Lita

It is important to me that you are 100% happy with your experience here. I want you to receive the best care possible and for you to love your new glasses. I’ll help you pick out the perfect pair – perfect in function and fashion! We pride ourselves in understanding insurance coverage well; we will be able to explain all of your insurance benefits and help you to navigate through the different options.

Giovanny

Ready to lend a hand
Giovanny

I am always eager to help you during your visit. It is my pleasure to greet you and to provide a superior testing experience to get you ready for the doctor. I enjoy assisting the doctors and opticians in taking care of your optical needs. When it is time to pick up your glasses and/or contacts, I look forward to making sure you are satisfied.

Jorge

Helping you see better and look your best
Jorge
I strive to provide you with the best optical experience. I'm always willing to educate you on your lens options, give you helpful advice and guide you to the perfect eyewear selection. I want frame selection to be enjoyable and I will help you find frames that will make you smile when you put them on.

Jemar

Finding glasses that they feel comfortable and confident
Jemar

I enjoy taking my time with each patient to make sure they have the best care based on their needs. I love helping patients find glasses that they feel comfortable and confident wearing. If you should need any repairs on your glasses, I work diligently to make all the necessary repairs and return your glasses to you in the best condition possible. 

Claire

Making sure patients have a good experience
Claire

I love to welcome all the wonderful patients who walk into our office. I strive to make sure patients have a good experience at our office. Whether it be answering your questions over the phone or helping you understand your insurance policy, I want to make sure that you know you're getting the best possible care.

Alexandra

Greeting you at the front desk with a smile
Alexandra

It's exciting to be part of a progressive and patient-centered practice. I look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our office. Working with insurance can be a challenge and I'm happy to guide you through your coverage. I want you to be taken care of and I will do my best to facilitate your care here.


What Our Clients Say

The thoroughness of my exam and the competency of the doctor and staff were wonderful. I felt like I was in "good hands." Everyone was gracious and polite. It was nice to see how well the staff worked together.

Gregory W.

Everyone was so friendly. The space was clean and well organized. Dr. Watson was very friendly and welcoming.  She answered all of my questions in a calm and easy to understand manner. I'm glad I met her.

Andy M.

I love For Your Eyes Only! They had so many frames to choose from and the staff helped me pick a great pair.  I love them and have gotten lots of compliments!

Jenn W.

I have been a happy patient for 18 years and I will never go anywhere else. I have had glasses all of my life and by far the best prescriptions and glasses I ever had are from For Your Eyes Only.

Bob O.

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