www.montereycountyweekly.com january 25-31, 2024 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY 31 Dr. Braden Burckhard Dr. Burckhard received his medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and attended the University of Wisconsin for ophthalmology residency. He completed his vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at West Coast Retina - California Pacific Medical Center. Dr. Burckhard specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusions, epiretinal membranes, macular holes, and dislocated intraocular lenses. He takes great pride in his surgical precision as well as his bedside manner. Outside of medicine, Dr. Burckhard enjoys spending quality time with his family. He is passionate about golf and relishes any opportunity to play the game. Dr. Burckhards other hobbies include volleyball, pickleball, curling, traveling, and wine tasting. Appointments can be scheduled in his Monterey office. 871 Cass Street, Suite 200 Monterey 831-375-5066 montereyeye.com Blink Optometry Dr. Telma Barseghian, OD, and Dr. Trevor Fogg, OD, have practiced optometry on the Monterey Peninsula for many years. Their practice, Blink Optometry Carmel, is a full-service vision care center and boutique optical shop in Carmel’s Crossroads Shopping Center. Dr. Barseghian fits glasses and contact lenses, treats eye diseases, infections, and injuries, and co-manages cataract and laser surgeries. She enjoys outdoor activities, and feels very lucky to call Pacific Grove home with husband Adam and their two daughters, Hannah and Jacqueline. Dr. Fogg practices full scope optometry, treating eye infections, ocular allergies, diabetic eye disease, and glaucoma. He fits all types of contact lenses, and is certified in Corneal Refractive Therapy. He is an avid sports enthusiast and thrilled to live in his hometown, Carmel, with his wife Erin and their three children, Rowan, Samantha, and Brianna. 217 Crossroads Boulevard Carmel 831-250-6999 www.blinkcarmel.com Fogg, OD, have 50+ years combined experience practicing optometry on the Monterey Peninsula and are thrilled this year to celebrate a decade of patient care at Blink Optometry — their full-service vision care center and boutique optical shop in Carmel’s Crossroads Shopping Center. Dr. Barseghian fits glasses and contact lenses, treats eye disease, infections, and injuries, and co-manages cataract and laser surgeries. She and her husband Adam live in Pacific Grove and travel regularly to visit their adult daughters, Hannah and Jacqueline (both Cal grads like mom - Go Bears!). Dr. Fogg practices full scope optometry, treating eye infections, ocular allergies, diabetic eye disease, and glaucoma. He fits all types of contact lenses, and is certified in Corneal Refractive Therapy. A Carmel native, he now lives in Carmel Valley with his wife, Erin and children, Rowan, Samantha, and Brianna. blinkcarmel.com Derek Barkalow Barkalow Chiropractic Dr. Derek Barkalow took over as owner of Barkalow Chiropractic & Physical Medicine inn 2024 – which has been open under the tutelage of his father, Dr. Stephen Barkalow, since 1979. Derek is a graduate of Carmel High and received his medical training at Palmer College of Chiropractic, where he graduated in 2018. Dr. Barkalow’s practice focuses on the patient’s whole health and works in concert with other modalities and specialists in the community. There is no one-size fits all approach nor can a chiropractic adjustment stand alone as a solution. Patients appreciate his sense of humor and his signature tie-dye crocs. Derek is a new father, an avid traveler and weightlifter. His wife, Gillian, is a personal trainer and nutrition coach. She reports that she forces him to hike. Barkalow Chiropractic is accepting new patients. 550 Camino El Estero, #103 Monterey 831-655-3232 drbarkalow.com Perio & Implant Center Dr. Pechak is committed to a COVID SAFE environment, specializing in dental implants and minimally invasive options for saving mobile teeth and lasers for gum disease with less healing time and discomfort than traditional methods. Practicing dentistry for over 27 years with locations in Ryan Ranch and Silicon Valley, he married a local girl and made the Peninsula his home. Dr Pechak offers a state of the art practice devoted to advanced periodontal options, dental implants and hygiene therapy for gum disease. Focusing on minimally invasive options: pinhole technique for gum recession; Laser (LANAP); sleep sedation; no cut, no stitches options, with less pain and faster healing. Dr. Pechak is a board certified Diplomate; a worldwide Periodontists honor. Offering advanced healing techniques allows patients to heal 68% faster. His devoted team will exceed your expectations. Google “Pechak DDS” to learn more about it. 21 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Ryan Ranch Monterey 831-215-3298 GumsRuS.com Perio & Implant Center OF THE MONTEREY BAY • Meet the healthcare professionals •
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