Doctors & Staff

Meet the experienced and friendly doctors and staff who make Ocean Optics a proud provider of vision care products and services in Delray Beach.

Kandace L. Haines, O.D., FAAO

Doctorate, Nova Southeastern University, College of Optometry

Residency, Cornea & Contact Lens, Nova Southeastern University

Dr. Haines is a comprehensive optometrist who specializes in primary vision care, contact lens fittings, and pre- and post-operative care. She also offers specialty fit contact lenses, including scleral lenses and Corneal Reshaping Therapy (CRT) which has been proven to slow the progression of near-sightedness. Most recently she has been investing her time in vision therapy education to help local children do better in school/ reading and also promoting both eyes to work together.

A longtime resident of Florida, Dr. Haines received her Bachelor of Science from the University of South Florida in Biomedical Science with a minor in Business in 2003. She earned her doctorate of optometry degree from Nova Southeastern College of Optometry in 2011. She was invited to join the Gold Key Honor Society, the highest leadership honor society attainable by a student doctor of optometry. During her optometric education, Dr. Haines completed externships at the Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute and Envision Eye Center, both located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

After optometry school, Dr. Haines spent an additional year in residency in Primary Care with an emphasis in Cornea and Contact Lenses at Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry. She enjoys sharing what she has learned through presentations, lectures, publications and became a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. She has presented work at the Southeastern Conference for Optometry, the Global Specialty Lens Symposium, and the Florida Optometric Association. Additionally, she has given lectures for faculty, students, and practicing optometrists.

Dr. Haines has made giving back to the South Florida community a priority. She donates and participates in many activities through her church, walks yearly in the Vision Walk for Retina Research and many other walks in the community. She has participated in Yoga for the Blind, assisting blind community members with their positioning. She worked with the Back to School Health Fairs/ screenings locally as well as screenings in local businesses. She also worked with Prevent Blindness Florida to provide vision screenings for preschool-age children in Tampa.

Dr. Haines is licensed to practice optometry by the state examining board of Florida. She is a member of the Florida Optometric Association, Past president of Palm Beach County Optometric Association, American Academy of Optometry, and American Optometric Association. She lives in Boca Raton with her husband Ryan, son Colton, daughter Adaline and two dachshunds Abaco and Kona.

Haines Family Photo

Blythe C. San Agustin, O.D.

Dr. Blythe graduated from Nova Southeastern University with a Bachelors in Vision Science and a Doctorate in Optometry. During school, she served as the President of the Contact Lens & Cornea Society and Vice President of the Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society, which is the highest leadership honor society attainable by a student doctor of optometry. In her free-time, she performed research on the ocular system’s visual perception, and was a journalist for the American Optometric Association FOCUS magazine.

Dr. Blythe came to Ocean Optics originally as a student optometric physician intern during her final year of optometry school. She fell in love with the practice and admired the patient care that was offered. She has since returned as a licensed, board certified Optometrist to work alongside Dr. Haines.

Dr. Blythe is licensed to practice optometry by the state examining board of Florida. She is a member of the Florida Optometric Association, the Palm Beach County Optometric Association, and the American Optometric Association. She specializes in comprehensive eye examinations, pediatric eye examinations, contact lens fittings, and pre/post-operative care. She also offers specialty fit contact lenses, including scleral lenses and Corneal Reshaping Therapy (CRT) which has been proven to slow the progression of near-sightedness.

Dr. Blythe currently lives in Delray Beach with her husband, Alex, and their two dogs, Ava and Frankie. She enjoys spending time with her family & friends, reading, traveling, and working on social media to bring awareness to the field of optometry as well as offer assistance to pre-optometry and current optometry students.

Heather, Patient Care Specialist

What I Enjoy Most About Working at Ocean Optics

When I walked into the door of Ocean Optics I immediately felt at home. Our team goals align with my personal goals in life. One of my true passions has always been to help people and being here allows me to do so.

A Little More About Me

I’m a people person and my biggest joy is making others laugh.

My Interests Outside of Work

I enjoy community outreach, spending time with my family, music, cooking, and the beach.

Kristen, Patient Care Coordinator

What I Enjoy Most About Working at Ocean Optics

I enjoy interacting with all of our patients. We have such amazing people coming in daily that it really makes coming to work enjoyable. Plus, I am surrounded by such an amazing and caring staff.

A Little More About Me

I am a BIG people person! I love making others feel welcome and special.