Personalized Modern Eyecare

Experienced, Caring, Professional

Adult Vision Care

We are here to serve you and the special needs of aging including diabetic eye exams and glaucoma evaluations. We also offer multifocal eyeglasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses.

Eye Health Care

Your eyes are a window into many areas of health. Our experienced doctors are able to diagnose and treat common eye health conditions that you may have.

Expertise & Technology

Downey Optometric Center has modern technology and experienced eye doctors who have seen the eye health conditions that you may be experiencing.

Appointments

Tell us when you would like to visit. Once confirmed we will send you a confirmation of your appointment time.

 


 

Meet Our Eye Doctors

Experienced, Caring, Professional

Dr. Ivy Lin

   Optometrist
Dr. Ivy Lin, optometrist

Ivy Lin, O.D. received her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychobiology at UCLA in 1998. She graduated from Pacific University in 2003, earning her Doctor of Optometry degree after completing externships at Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center in Scottsdale, Arizona, along with others specializing in pediatric eye care and vision therapy. Shortly thereafter, she co-authored a study on the Acuvue Bifocal contact lens that was published in Optometry, the Journal of the American Optometric Association.

Dr. Lin served on the board of the Orange County Optometric Society for several years, is the editor of their newsletter, and previously acted as the liaison for the California Vision Foundation. She currently acts as a marketing consultant to the OCOS. She is affiliated with the Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society, OCOS, California Optometric Association, and the American Optometric Association, and has participated in various community health fairs and Special Olympics vision health screenings.

Dr. Lin's goal is to provide clear, comfortable vision for patients and their families, with an emphasis on good patient education and preventative healthcare in a friendly environment. She speaks Mandarin and Spanish fluently, and welcomes the opportunity to help patients who may be uncomfortable communicating their needs in English.

Dr. David Ardaya

   Optometrist
Dr. David Ardaya - optometrist

David Ardaya, O.D., M.H.A.was recently awarded Optometrist of the Year 2022. He received his Doctorate of Optometry with distinction from Pacific University in 2003 as a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa honor society. Prior to his optometric education, Dr. Ardaya was awarded the President’s Scholarship given to the class valedictorian and was accepted into the honors college at the University of Arizona where he graduated in 1998 with a Bachelors of Science in Physiological Sciences. Dr. Ardaya recently continued his education and was awarded a Master of Health Administration from the University of Southern California in 2017.

Dr. Ardaya is a partner and the current president of Golden Optometric Group’s Whittier location. Through his leadership he strives to provide personalized and compassionate care to all patients.

Dr. Ardaya is a past President of the Orange County Optometric Society (OCOS) and was recognized as the Optometrist of the Year 2022 and Young Optometrist of the Year, 2009 by the largest optometric organization in the state, the California Optometric Association (COA). In addition, Dr. Ardaya is the chairman of the Health Care Delivery Systems Committee for the COA and is an active member of the American Optometric Association.

A published author in Optometry magazine who has appeared in various newspaper and online articles regarding optometric and vision issues, Dr. Ardaya also serves as principal investigator for numerous investigational studies which allows him to be aware of new innovations in the field.

Most importantly, Dr. Ardaya has an amazing family that includes Dr. Ivy Lin and two very funny and bright teenagers. Although Dr. Ardaya has no spare time, if he did, he would enjoy playing his guitar a little more, checking out some live music, and taking advantage of his Eagle Scout skills in the great outdoors.

Dr. Justine Gonzalez

   Optometrist
Dr. Justine Gonzalez - optometrist

Justine A. Gonzalez, O.D. completed her Doctor of Optometry degree with honors at the Southern California College of Optometry in Fullerton, CA. Her clinical externships focused on primary care optometry, treatment and management of ocular diseases and low vision training. She also completed an additional year of advanced training by doing a residency in Primary Care Optometry at Kaiser Permanente in Seattle, WA. Throughout her optometric education, Dr. Gonzalez enjoyed volunteering her time and providing free vision screenings at Care Harbor, Special Olympics and Seattle/King County Clinic. She also attended a mission trip in El Salvador where she provided free pre- and post-op cataract care.

Prior to completing her optometric education, Dr. Gonzalez attended Bell Gardens High School and graduated from the University of California, Irvine with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences.

Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in Spanish and in her free time she enjoys running, hiking and spending time her fiancé and family.

Dr. Evelynne Chavez

   Optometrist
Dr. Evelynne Chavez - optometrist

Evelynne Chavez, O.D. completed her Doctor of Optometry degree with honors at the Southern California College of Optometry in Fullerton, CA. For her undergraduate studies she attended the University of California, Berkeley where she received her bachelors in Integrative Biology with a minor in Ethnic Studies. Her clinical externships focused on the treatment and management of ocular disease, primary eye care, and low vision training. She also completed an additional year of advanced training by doing a residency in Primary Care and Ocular Disease at the West Los Angeles VA.

Throughout optometry school, Dr. Chavez was involved in several organizations acting as vice-president of the Spanish Optometric Society and also as a board member of the Extracurricular Activities Committee. She additionally tutored for different courses and volunteered her time doing local vision screenings. She is TLG licensed and is in the process of becoming a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry.

Dr. Chavez is fluent in Spanish and in her free time enjoys trying new foods, traveling, and spending time with her family and dogs.

Dr. Vanessa Gonzalez

   Optometrist
Dr. Vanessa Gonzalez - optometrist

Vanessa A. Gonzalez, O.D., M.S. completed her Doctor of Optometry degree at NOVA Southeastern University College of Optometry in Davie, FL. Her clinical externships focused on pediatric optometry, Autism/Neuro-Ophthalmic Vision Rehabilitation Services, treatment and management of ocular diseases, contact lenses, and low vision training at the Eye Care Center in North Miami Beach, FL and Southern California Eye Institute at CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center. During her optometric education, Dr. Gonzalez volunteered her time providing free vision screenings throughout the communities across Southern Florida and Southern California.

Prior to completing her optometric education, Dr. Gonzalez attended Bell Gardens High School and graduated from the University of California, San Diego with a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science with a specialization in Neuroscience. She continued her education and was awarded a Master of Science in Medical Sciences from Western University of Health Sciences. Dr. Gonzalez served as a collaborating investigator in multiple research studies, including optometric care for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in Spanish and in her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the outdoors, and attending Dodger games, Laker games and live music events.

Dr. Gonzalez dedicates the entirety of her career to her late mother, Leticia A. Gonzalez, whom she describes as her rock and greatest cheerleader to her educational and professional journey.

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Optometry Hours

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Monday
8am - 4pm
Tuesday
8am - 5pm
Wednesday
8am - 5pm
Thursday
8am - 5pm
Friday
8am - 5pm