Journal

Cheers to 4 Years!

This past Saturday 03/27/2021 marked our 4 year anniversary of being at our Hokulei Village location. It's so crazy to think that 4 years ago, we opened our doors for eye examinations in our new office. We continue to provide care to our island community, make new memories, and are reminded of how blessed we are on a daily basis.

National Healthy Aging Month

Let’s talk about the natural process of time- aging. Although there’s no way around it, there are things we can do to take care of ourselves.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dilation

If it’s time for your comprehensive eye exam, part of that process is something called Dilation.

Contact Lens Health Week

August 17-20th is National Contact Lens Health Week! We’d like to take this time to emphasize the importance of contact lens wear hygiene

Allergies in Hawai’i

We all have admired our beautiful greenery of the islands. With all of our vibrantly fragranced trees, flowers, and fruits

Telehealth Appointments

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many care providers are utilizing Telehealth to provide medical care to patients.

Self-Care at Home during COVID-19 Pandemic

During such uncertain times, it is paramount that we, as a community, do everything we can to perform self-care.

What are Pterygiums?

If you are often outdoors, surfing, fishing, or doing any type of activity that exposes you to the sun and wind, you may notice growths on the white part of your eyes.

Our Trip to Maui: Island Eyes Conference, Oceanfront 5k Run, and More!

Last Saturday, 01/18/2020, some of our Punzal Vision team members attended the Island Eyes Conference held this year at the Hyatt Maui in Ka’anapali.

We’re going to Maui!

A few members from Team Punzal Vision left for Maui this past Saturday to attend the Island Eyes Conference in Ka’anapali.

Interview: Brittney Marcos

Brittney, you joined Punzal Vision in October of 2019. What’s your favorite thing about working here so far?

2020 Resolutions

The year we’ve all been waiting for- let’s enter the year of 2020 with 20/20 vision!

Interview: Kahelena Degracia

Kahe, you’ve been with us for a couple of months now, how do you like working here at Punzal Vision?

Punzal Vision Voted Best Optometrist on Kaua’i 2019!

We’d like to say Mahalo to everyone who voted Punzal Vision The Best Optometrist of Kaua’i 2019.

5 Fun Facts about your eyes!

It’s important to learn about the health, diagnosis, and visual acuity of your eyes- but it’s always a good idea to have a little fun too!

Our Trip to Puakea

This past Wednesday, Team Punzal Vision visited our neighbors at Puakea to give a presentation on the health of your eyes.

Punzal Vision Book Club

Within the past year, Dr. Punzal and Brity have a new profound love for Audible- a type of audio entertainment system for TV shows, newspapers, magazines, and books.

Dr. Punzal’s Journey to Become an Optometrist

Dr. Punzal had difficulty seeing, so his mother Joyce Punzal took him to the eye doctor- his first eye appointment ever.

The Punzal Vision Dress Code

We recently had “spirit week” to start off the New Year, but what some people don’t know is that we have dress code traditions weekly!

Interview: Dr. Punzal & Brity

Brity gets LASIK Surgery!

Dr. Punzal has been co-managing with Dr. Faulkner at Aloha Laser Vision on O’ahu since 2012 for all LASIK consultations and procedures.

Interview: Shaylyn Silva

Shaylyn, you joined Punzal Vision as an intern with the desire to become an Optometrist. What made you so interested in the field?

Our Trip to Hilo

Punzal Vision is always excited to foster new professional relationships in order to improve patient care.

Interview: Casey Ai

Interview: Tianne Castillo

You have been with Punzal Vision since March 2017 when the current location opened. How do you feel you have evolved as an employee?

Interview: Karl-Anthony La’akea Oshiro

Karl-Anthony La’akea Oshiro, tell us- where did you grow up and how was it being raised with such a big family?

Interview: Pua & Lehua

At Punzal Vision our team is a tight knit family. Given that Christmas is coming up and this time of year is reserved for spending quality time with our loved ones.

Punzal Vision is Accepting New Patients!

Have you been looking to set up an eye examination, renew your contact lens or eyewear prescription, or simply set yourself up with a new eye doctor?

Schedule An Eye Examination

Spring is here, and it is the perfect time to schedule your annual comprehensive eye examination with Dr. Punzal at our new location in the Hokulei Village Shopping Center in Lihue.

Our New Certified Paraoptometrics!

Say hello to your newest CPO’s (Certified Paraoptometrics)! Brity, Lehua, Tianne, and Amanda all received their paraoptometric certifications! Way to go team!

What to Bring to an Eye Exam

Do you have an eye exam coming up just around the corner? Curious or unsure about what to bring with you?

End of Year Health Care Benefits!

Still haven’t exhausted your health care insurance benefits? Now is the time to use it!

Major Punzal

Here’s a fun fact of the week: Did you know that Dr. Punzal is an Optometrist in the U.S. Army Reserves. Yes, you read that right!!

Welcome to the NEW Punzal Vision!

Aloha and welcome to the new Punzal Vision location. You are able to find us in the brand new Hokulei Village in between Verizon and Panda Express.