Both Jim and Bernie come from South Boston. Jim lived directly across West Broadway from Two Opticians, and Bernie was born on Gates Street. They went to South Boston High School and hung out together as teenagers. Later, Bernie would be the drummer and Jim the sound engineer for the popular local band “Cat Tunes.”

Jim began working at Gopen Optical in 1976; later on, Bernie joined him as an apprentice. Both licensed opticians, they developed a loyal clientele over the years, which led them to consider opening their own shop. They self-financed Two Opticians, and with the blessings of the Shwom family, went into business for themselves—Jim and Bernie’s chapter of the American dream.  In 2017, Jim Barnes Retired leaving Bernie to carry on the tradition of quality craftsmanship and great customer service.

Craftsmanship and quality in a friendly environment, is what you'll find when you stop by to have Bernie custom make your next pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses!  

Dr. Rae Huang received her Doctorate of Optometry from the New York State College of Optometry, where she graduated with honors as the President of the Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honor Society.

Dr. Huang also received a Masters degree in Vision Science from the New York State College of Optometry. She has published papers in optometric journals and has been involved in several research studies on myopia and computer vision syndrome.

In addition to her private practice specializing in primary eye care and contact lens fittings, Dr. Huang maintains a strong interest in pediatric exams, binocular vision assessments, vision therapy and sports vision.

Dr. Huang obtained her undergraduate degree from Boston University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelors degree in Biology as well as a Bachelors degree in Psychology.