At South Walton Eyecare your optometrist will get to know you and customize your care in a relaxed and non rushed setting. Working as partners, you and Dr Bo will develop a tailored eye care plan to help manage your visual needs based on your lifestyle.
In a concierge optometric setting there is an emphasis on your total health and wellness. A thorough social, medical and ocular history will be requested to ensure the creation of a comprehensive plan for your general and ophthalmic care.
Whether you are a visitor to the beach or a local resident you will receive a personalized experience like no other optical. With that aim in mind, we will cater to all of your vision needs, answer any eye care questions you might have and supply you with the most up-to-date optometric information and fashion eye wear and frames in order to keep your eyes clear and healthy. We are committed to excellence in serving your family's complete eye care needs.
In a concierge optometric setting there is an emphasis on your total health and wellness. A thorough social, medical and ocular history will be requested to ensure the creation of a comprehensive plan for your general and ophthalmic care.
Whether you are a visitor to the beach or a local resident you will receive a personalized experience like no other optical. With that aim in mind, we will cater to all of your vision needs, answer any eye care questions you might have and supply you with the most up-to-date optometric information and fashion eye wear and frames in order to keep your eyes clear and healthy. We are committed to excellence in serving your family's complete eye care needs.
At South Walton Eyecare, our mission is to:
- ensure each patient receives the best corrected vision utilizing state of the art instrumentation
- provide the highest quality of service in vision care in a relaxed atmosphere
- give individualized customer service and support from our well trained staff
- offer the most up-to-date luxury eyewear in our optical collection
- fit the latest in contact lens technology
Dr. Bo Yung King, O.D.
Dr. King was born in Seoul, South Korea. She was raised in New York City and earned her undergraduate degree in Biology at the State University of New York at Binghamton in 1998. She completed her optometric education at State University of New York College of Optometry in New York City where she received her doctorate degree in 2002.
Dr. King completed her externship in contact lenses and primary care at the West Point Military Academy Eye Clinic in West Point, NY. She served her externship in ocular disease at the Northport Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Northport, Long Island.
Since graduating in 2002, Dr. King has worked in private practices in Connecticut, New York and Georgia. She specializes in glaucoma management and pediatric eye care. With many years of co-management experience with local MD’s and OD’s she believes in comprehensive health being an integral part of vision health. Her passion is to provide her patients with the best corrected vision and the most current technology in therapeutic management of ocular diseases.
Throughout her career Dr. King has spent a considerable amount of time volunteering to give back to the community she serves. She has served on Lion’s Club, Remote Access Medical and Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity in her local chapters.
Dr. King resides in Inlet Beach with her husband Dave, her son Peter and her pup Jack. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family at the beach and traveling.
Dr. King completed her externship in contact lenses and primary care at the West Point Military Academy Eye Clinic in West Point, NY. She served her externship in ocular disease at the Northport Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Northport, Long Island.
Since graduating in 2002, Dr. King has worked in private practices in Connecticut, New York and Georgia. She specializes in glaucoma management and pediatric eye care. With many years of co-management experience with local MD’s and OD’s she believes in comprehensive health being an integral part of vision health. Her passion is to provide her patients with the best corrected vision and the most current technology in therapeutic management of ocular diseases.
Throughout her career Dr. King has spent a considerable amount of time volunteering to give back to the community she serves. She has served on Lion’s Club, Remote Access Medical and Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity in her local chapters.
Dr. King resides in Inlet Beach with her husband Dave, her son Peter and her pup Jack. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family at the beach and traveling.
Meet Our Team
Dr. Natalie Pelly , O.D.
Optometrist
Originally from Georgia, Dr. Natalie Pelly moved to the area in 2013. She earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Alabama and her Doctorate of Optometry at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. With her education and background in dry eye and disease, she is committed to delivering personalized care to each individual she sees. When she's not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, golden doodle as well as deep sea, and bay fishing.
britney
Optician
Britney and her family are life long residents of Bay County. They love spending time on the water, boating, fishing, and hanging out at the islands. They love to travel when they can, especially to squeeze in a Disney trip! After being in the eyewear industry for over 8 years Britney joined South Walton Eyecare in 2019. She operates South Walton Eyecare's optical lab and makes eyeglass lenses for our patients. She also oversees all glasses orders, repairs, and inventory for our office. Her goal is to make the patient's experience fun and easy as they pick out their new glasses. She wants them to have the best vision possible, and look great while doing so!
Misty
OPtical Technician
Misty, born in Qualla Boundary, North Carolina, is of Indigenous First Nations heritage. She grew up in both North Carolina and Northwest Florida before moving to Panama City Beach after high school. Misty studied business, finance, marketing, and botany at Gulf Coast Community College and Florida State University. She worked as an Optometric Technician at National Vision for two years before joining Dr. Bo’s team in January 2025. In her free time, Misty enjoys gardening, flipping furniture, antiquing, and spending time with her life partner.
finesse
Technician /Aesthetician
Finesse was born on Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines and moved to Tyndall Air Force Base with her family. She grew up in Panama City, Florida and attended school at Gulf Coast State College and Florida State University where she studied psychology. After living in Hawaii, Italy, California, and Japan over the last 10 years, Finesse returned to the Emerald Coast to pursue medical aesthetics.
Finesse joined Dr. Bo and the team in 2023 where she truly enjoys working with patients and being an optometry technician. She is also a California and Florida State Licensed Medical Aesthetician. Her favorite in office treatments are the TempSure Envi Radiofrequency for dry eyes and anti-aging eyes and the IPL machine for correcting hyperpigmentation to the skin.
In her free time, Finesse enjoys yoga, cooking, and traveling.
Finesse joined Dr. Bo and the team in 2023 where she truly enjoys working with patients and being an optometry technician. She is also a California and Florida State Licensed Medical Aesthetician. Her favorite in office treatments are the TempSure Envi Radiofrequency for dry eyes and anti-aging eyes and the IPL machine for correcting hyperpigmentation to the skin.
In her free time, Finesse enjoys yoga, cooking, and traveling.
elesha
Optician/technician
Elesha recently moved to FL with her husband and two boys while her oldest son stayed back in Missouri for college. Missouri is where she calls home but she decided that life is too short so she decided to move to the beach! In her free time she enjoys watching her boys play soccer and football, having family beach days, taking walks with her German Shephard, and cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs. With over 15 years of experience in private practice optometry Elesha is knowledgeable in all areas of the field including teching and opticianry. Her versatility allows her to fill in when needed and to help patients have a smooth experience during their exams.
Marianne
Patient Coordinator
Marianne was born in the Philippines and is the eldest of three siblings. She is a licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist with four years of experience working in a large hospital setting, where she gained extensive hands-on knowledge in laboratory testing, examinations, and patient care. Additionally, she has five years of experience with a major health insurance provider in the United States, refining her expertise in patient care coordination and insurance processes. In 2024, Marianne joined Dr. Bo and the team as a Health Care Virtual Assistant, managing patient schedules, appointments, and general inquiries to ensure smooth clinic operations.
Outside of work, Marianne enjoys music, travel, books, content creation, and gaming.
Outside of work, Marianne enjoys music, travel, books, content creation, and gaming.
DOLL
Remote scribe / medical biller
Doll was born and raised in the Philippines as the youngest of four siblings. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology from Our Lady of Fatima University and is a licensed Medical Technologist. She began her career working in a government facility for three years before transitioning to a molecular laboratory during the COVID-19 pandemic, gaining extensive experience in laboratory diagnostics.
In November 2024, Doll joined Dr. Bo as a remote scribe, helping ensure a smooth patient experience. With a strong background in healthcare and technology, she is dedicated to delivering high-quality assistance in the clinic.
In her free time, Doll enjoys taking her dogs, Boone and Nekko, for walks to reach her daily 10,000-step goal and relaxing with a good book.
In November 2024, Doll joined Dr. Bo as a remote scribe, helping ensure a smooth patient experience. With a strong background in healthcare and technology, she is dedicated to delivering high-quality assistance in the clinic.
In her free time, Doll enjoys taking her dogs, Boone and Nekko, for walks to reach her daily 10,000-step goal and relaxing with a good book.