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ABOUT

Dalton Optometry

As a local eye doctor and longstanding Dalton optometrist, our team has helped generations of families protect their vision, maintain healthy eyes, and navigate changes in their eye health with confidence.

A LEGACY OF EYE CARE IN DALTON SINCE THE 1930S

Taken Forward By Dr. Sarah E. Shim

For nearly a century, this practice has been a part of the Dalton community. Generations of patients have trusted their vision and eye health to the doctors who have cared for families, business owners, professionals, and retirees throughout Northwest Georgia.

Over the decades, this practice has grown alongside the community it serves. While eye care technology, treatments, and diagnostic capabilities have advanced significantly since the 1930s, the foundation of the practice has remained remarkably consistent: take time with patients, build lasting relationships, and provide care people can trust.

Today, Dalton Optometry continues that tradition under the leadership of Dr. Sarah Shim. By combining longstanding community roots with advanced specialty services and modern diagnostic technology, the practice continues to evolve while staying true to the values that have guided it for generations.

Sarah Shim
Dr. Sarah Shim is a trusted and skilled Optometrist who provides a wide range of vision services to patients of all ages. With a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to her practice, she helps patients at Dalton Optometry identify personalized solutions for their eye health. With a passion for patient care and over a decade of experience, Dr. Shim's top priority is serving the Dalton community and beyond with the highest standard of eye care services. Dr. Shim received her Doctor of Optometry from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry with honors. Upon graduating, she was a...
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Our Staff

Optical Manager
Carolyn is passionate about helping patients find eyewear that brings together style, comfort, and clear vision. As our optical manager, she enjoys matching each patient with frames and lenses that...
Director of First Impressions
As the Director of First Impressions, Eily enjoys creating a warm, welcoming experience for every patient who walks through the door. She loves working with people and is passionate about...
Optometric Technician
Mercy Peterson is about helping patients protect one of their most valuable senses, their vision. With a strong interest in healthcare and a natural curiosity for learning, she enjoys expanding...
Technician
Zulema enjoys helping patients see more clearly and experience the difference that healthy vision can make in their everyday lives. As an optometric technician, she is passionate about providing compassionate...