Our Staff

Dr. Tencza

Dr. Christopher J. Tencza’s practice of Optometry originally began in 1929 with its establishment in Lancaster by the late Dr. Miles Pitcock. Well known and respected by the Lancaster community, Dr. Pitcock retired in 1976.

A graduate of the Illinois College of Optometry, Dr. Tencza has gained recognition for his work in vision perception and visually related academic learning problems.

Dr. Tencza is past President of the Board of the Fairfield County Center for the Visually Impaired where he has been a board member for many years. Actively involved in the field of vision and learning he was also a trustee of the internationally recognized National Optometric Education and Learning Center. As a former board member to St. Bernadette School, Dr. Tencza initiated the widely acclaimed Leather’s Playground project. He has most recently initiated  vision testing at the free By The Way medical facility at the Maywood Mission.

Dr. Tencza has lectured extensively in central Ohio on vision and learning and has been featured on the nationally syndicated TV program “Life Choices” . He was also recipient of the Tarhe Lion’s Club’s prestigious “Man of the Year” award for his work in vision care. Dr. Tencza has been published in the Lancaster Eagle Gazette for his work with a visually handicapped student from Orenburg, Russia, and in feature articles on glaucoma and laser vision correction. He is currently President of the Board of Outreach Ministries, a Christian rehabilitation center helping men overcome the throes of addiction.

Dr. Terry

Dr. Terry was born in Calvert County, Maryland and raised in Lancaster County, PA. He obtained his undergraduate degree at Salisbury University with a Major in Biology and Minor in Chemistry. Dr. Terry participated in Division 3 baseball for the Seagulls. His position on the field was the outfield and he had a strong passion for bunting and playing “small-ball.” His love for the game inspired research for his Masters in Vision Science, where he analyzed visual perceptions in baseball batters. Dr. Terry graduated from The Ohio State College of Optometry in May 2022. Now, he is actively involved in many professional organizations, including the American Optometric Association, the Ohio Optometric Association, the Neuro Optometric Rehabilitation Association (NORA), College of Optometrists in Vision Development, and his local Lion’s Club. He enjoys gardening, exploring the outdoors, and exercising his body/mind in his free time. His goal is to help every patient gain the edge in sports, school or life in general by maximizing their visual potential.

Pam Baker, Ldo

Pam has been associated with our office since 2007. She graduated from Hocking College in 2008 receiving a degree in Applied Science specializing in ophthalmic technology and opticianry. This training has prepared her to be a superb Optometric Assistant to the Doctor and she is able to address any of your visual care needs. You will find working with Pamela to be a rewarding experience!

Bethany Holman, ldo

Bethany is a valuable member of our team at  Focal Pointe Optometry! A 2014 graduate of Hocking College she has received a degree in Applied Science and  is trained in ophthalmic technology, opticianry  and in Optometric assisting.  Look forward to meeting Bethany as we take care of your visual needs!