DR. BARRY M. KOLOM

Doctor Kolom is a graduate of UCLA and received his Doctor of Optometry, magna cum laude, from the Southern California College of Optometry (SCCO). Following graduation, he taught and worked for two years in the post-doctorate program at the Department of Ophthalmology in the Hadassah Hospital-Medical School, Jerusalem, Israel. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) and has taught as an Assistant Professor, in clinical optometry and contact lens care, at the Southern California College of Optometry (SCCO) for over thirty-four years. He is on staff at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and holds membership in the American Optometric and California Optometric Associations as well as the Optometric Consultants in Contact Lenses.

Dr. Kolom has been called as an expert legal witness in medical malpractice cases.

His expertise includes Ophthalmic, Cataract, Laser Surgery and Glaucoma co-management, specialty contact lens fittings and has participated in diverse clinical research programs for the FDA and the private sector.

Kathy Noteboom

Kathy Noteboom is the office manager at Encino Optometric Center. She has been an extremely valuable member of the staff in our practice for over 25 years, after starting her career as an optometric assistant in Michigan. Kathy is superbly knowledgeable regarding all aspects of our practice including insurance billing and benefits, practice management, and frame selection. In addition to her role as office manager, Kathy functions as our clinical research coordinator and handles all logistical aspects related to current research studies and clinical trials. She is also the expert in all non-clinical aspects of our practice.

Elva Molina

Elva Molina has over 15 years of experience in the optical field. Elva has been an integral part of the staff at Encino Optometric Center for nearly a decade. She is the first face you will encounter as you enter the office. Elva will always greet you with a smile and welcome you to our practice. She assists in all aspects of patient care, including reception, ancillary testing, contact lens training, and spectacle fitting. Outside of work, Elva enjoys spending time with her husband, two sons and her 7 year old granddaughter.

Sheila Olah

Sheila Olah joined the staff at EOC in 2004. She comes to our practice with nearly 20 years of experience as an optometric assistant. Sheila has worked as a technician for optometrists specializing in a variety of areas, ranging from vision therapy to specialty contact lens fitting. During this time, Sheila gained valuable experience that allowed her to expand her skills. Since joining the staff at EOC, she has been actively attending seminars and educational events to continue to broaden her knowledge related to the optometric field. Sheila is a proud mother and grandmother of two.

Monique Cadillo

Monique Cadillo acquired several years of experience in an optometric clinic serving uninsured patients in the San Fernando Valley. Monique assisted in all aspects of patient care, including reception, ancillary testing, spectacle fitting and administrative matters. She worked diligently to acquire the necessary skills to become a valuable optometric technician. Monique devotes her free time to her son.