Meet the Doctor
Andrea M. Barnhart, O.D.
Dr. Andrea M. Barnhart graduated from Washington State University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, and earned the Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern California College of Optometry in 2003.
Dr. Barnhart's education and experience provide her with the most up-to-date knowledge and techniques in diagnosing and treating visual and eye health conditions. She is an active participant in all local, state and national optometric associations. As well, she is a featured speaker on the issues of practice management at her alma mater, SC College of Optometry.
While Dr. Barnhart has lived all over the U.S., she and her husband have chosen to make San Diego their home. When she's not in the office you, can find her in the outdoors, and has a love of music as well.
Meet the Team
Dr. Barnhart doesn’t work alone! She’s got a whole team dedicated to taking care of your vision needs. They look forward to meeting you in person:
Susan Sanchez
FRONT DESK COORDINATOR
Education
Home Town
Vallejo, CA
What I Love About My Job
The patients!!
Hobbies and Interests
Kayaking, cooking, and crafting.
Dana L. Jacobs
OPTICIAN
Education
ABO Certified optician
Home Town
San Diego, CA
What I Love About My Job
While Dana loves doing just about everything his job entails, his favorite part is helping patients pick out the perfect pair of glasses.
Hobbies and Interests
Music, gardening, and riding his motorcycle.
Theresa Nguyen
ROAMING ASSISTANT
Education
University of California, San Diego
Home Town
Santa Clara, CA
What I Love About My Job
What Theresa enjoys about her job is the people she works with and the challenge of learning something new almost every day. She’s a real people person and looks forward to chatting with you.
Hobbies and Interests
Outside of the office, Theresa loves spending time jogging, salsa dancing, or sampling the local cuisine!


