Dr. Joy Nakabayashi
Dr. Nakabayashi is a third generation Californian. She received her Bachelors of Science in Biology from Cal State Northridge and her Doctorate from the Southern California College of Optometry in Fullerton, CA. Dr. Nakabayashi has been in private practice for over 20 years. Over the years she has been involved in various organizations such as Soroptimists, PTSA, Girl Scouts, optometric organizations and volunteers for the Lion's Club.
Dr. Nakabayashi is married to a fellow Optometrist, Ralph Hutter. They have 2 wonderful children, Sara and Ross. When the doctors are not working they can be found at their children's activities, or maybe that should be vice versa.
Dr. Nakabayashi is married to a fellow Optometrist, Ralph Hutter. They have 2 wonderful children, Sara and Ross. When the doctors are not working they can be found at their children's activities, or maybe that should be vice versa.
Pat Dorsey
Pat has been with the practice over 30 years. She handles all the insurance and billings. She grew up in Whittier and is the proud grandma of a beautiful baby boy. If you have questions regarding insurance or billing you can contact her at pat@docnak.net
Michelle Tamai
Michelle is our resident lab technician and frame dispenser. She has worked in the field for several years and has good working knowledge of all types of frames and lenses.
Elaine De La Cruz
Elaine is the newest member of our team. She is the primary receptionist and performs many of the pretests.