Specs Optical

Who we are

We are a premiere optical boutique, specializing in progressive lens fittings, complex prescriptions, and offering a distinct selection of curated eyewear.
We are an Essilor preferred provider, offering the very best in lens clarity and comfort. We also have the latest in Essilor exam equipment for the most technological, COVID-safe, state-of-art exam experience.

Our family owned business is now in the third generation of opticians, optometrists, and lab techs! Esther and mom, Mary, are both ABO certified opticians and Mary is also a certified Contact Lens fitter. We offer a wide array of Asian fit options with higher built up bridges and nosepads, as well as brand options that range for budget friendly to high end. Our vision is to provide tasteful frames and the best quality lens options to protect your eyes while seeing the world vividly!

Meet the family!

Esther Chang, ABOC, Business Owner

Esther was born in Taiwan and raised in Silicon Valley. She stepped out of the norm of a Lynbrook High School alumni by going to the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM), graduating Cum Laude with an AA in Merchandise Marketing and a bachelor’s in Business Management. Esther spent over 10 years in retail/business management, opening stores, merchandising, and customer experiences. She enjoys bridging the gap between healthcare, retail, and business to create out of the box experiences for customers.

She is also an avid sports fan and loves the Warriors and the Sharks! In her free time, Esther loves taking her dogs to explore scenic hikes, spending time with family and friends, and traveling internationally.

Fun fact, one of Esther's uncles was actually Mary's optometry professor during her Optometry school days back in Taiwan, too!

Mary Chang, ABOC, NCLE

Mary has over 30 years of optometry experience, spanning back to their time in Taiwan. She has been at Kaiser for the last 17 years and is a contact lens fitter, specializing in ocular disease and keratoconus. Mary is extremely passionate about the industry and enjoys giving lectures and talks at local churches to increase awareness around ocular health.

In her free time she enjoys gardening and loves to plant fruits and vegetables from Taiwan to share with family and friends.

Dr. Emma Ly, OD.

Dr. Emma Ly is a California native who grew up in the East Bay Area. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley and obtained her Master of Business Administration at Fitchburg State University. Dr. Ly earned her Doctorate of Optometry at the Southern California College of Optometry, and graduated at the top of her class with Magna Cum Laude. She is a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society, the American Optometric Association, and the California Optometric Association.

In her free time, Dr Ly enjoys spending time with family and friends. She loves to travel internationally, to learn different cultures and explore diverse cuisines across the world.

Jeslyne, Intern, Office Coordinator

Jailyne, Intern, Office Coordinator

Jeslyne is currently a junior at Lynbrook High School. She participates in multiple medical related clubs like pre-med and Red Cross. She is interested in exploring the optical and optometry world here at Specs Optical before she enters college. She is also excited to learn basic marketing strategies so that she can expand her choices in the future.

In her free time, Jeslyne loves spending time with her dog and playing games with her sisters. She enjoys playing volleyball both competitively and for fun. She also loves to travel. Her next stop is Japan, once it is safe to travel again.

Jailyne, like Jeslyne, is also a junior at Lynbrook High School. She participates in a variety of clubs including DECA, pre-med, and Indesign. She is interested in going into the health or medical industry, although she’s not completely sure what she want to do in the future, so she’s here at Specs Optical to find her passion.

During her free time, Jailyne likes to listen to music and watch Netflix shows. She also enjoys spending time with her dog and playing volleyball with her sisters for fun at home.

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