Our Doctors

Undergraduate Education: Villanova University; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: Diplomate-American Board of Optometry, Virginia Optometric Association & American Optometric Association; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Author, The Big Book of Family Eyecare- Basic Health Publishers; What drives your passion for optometry? I'm a 3rd generation optometrist in my family, and my wife is an optometrist. Eye care is in my blood & I love caring for my patients. How are you helping patients live their best lives? By deeply listening to my patients I seek to understand their concerns & then individualize each examination while still providing comprehensive care. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Providing positively impactful visual & ocular health solutions for my patients concerns. How are you impacting your local community? I am a Board Member of the Jefferson Area Crimestoppers. Hobbies/Interests: Motorsports including Formula 1 & GT Racing. Participating in car shows.

Dr. Catherine Dinh was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. She then moved to Arlington, TX, where she graduated from Timberview High School and the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. She earned her Doctorate from the University of Houston, College of Optometry in 2015, receiving an award upon graduation for excellence in vision development and vision therapy. She has completed externships where she received extensive training on contact lens fitting and the treatment and management of ocular diseases including dry eyes, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. She is also highly trained in the preoperative and postoperative care of cataract and refractive surgeries such as LASIK and PRK. Dr. Dinh is a licensed therapeutic optometrist and optometric glaucoma specialist. She is also a member of the American Optometric Association (AOA), Texas Optometric Association (TOA), and the Tarrant County Optometric Society (TCOS). She is fluent in Vietnamese and can conduct eye examinations in Vietnamese. In her free time, she enjoys playing board games and playing the piano/organ for the Vietnamese Martyrs Catholic Church. Dr. Dinh, her husband, and their son live in Arlington.

Undergraduate Education: UNC Greensboro; Optometry School: Nova Southeastern University; Professional Achievements/Associations: Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society; How are you helping patients live their best lives? I love getting to know people and helping them see their best. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.

Undergraduate Education: Houston Baptist University; Bachelor of Science. Optometry School: University of Houston College of Optometry 1992. Professional Achievements and Associations: Texas Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Therapeutic Optometrist; Optometric Glaucoma Specialist. The reason I became an optometrist is: I had wanted to be in the healthcare profession, so I chose Optometry because it allows a balance between patient care and family life. I have dedicated 28 plus years to practicing Optometry and I am proud to have contributed to the eye care community and to provide the vision care and needs to all my patients. My favorite part of helping my patients is: knowing that I could make a difference in their lives by helping them seeing their best. In my spare time, I enjoy: staying connected with family and friends. I love to travel and experience different cultures. I also enjoy being in nature to absorb all its beauty and to self-reflect.

Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Houston. Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston College of Optometry. Experience: East Texas Vision Center/ TSO Westwood, August 1995 - January 2024. Acquired TSO Tyler with Dr. John McGough, 2000 – present. Accreditations: Texas Optometry Board Certified Therapeutic Optometrist, Member of the American Optometry Association, Member of the Texas Optometric Association.

Dr. Downey received her Doctor of Optometry from Pennsylvania College of Optometry. A Hamburg resident, she has helped countless patients with their vision care needs for many years and has extensive experience in virtually every area of optometry, and provides each patient with personalized attention. Professional Associations: American Optometric Association, New York State Optometric Association, Western New York Society of Optometrists.

Dr. Shara Draper received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Optometry from Indiana University. After completing her internships in primary care at Quantico Air Force Base in Virginia and the Veterans Administration Hospital in Pensacola Florida, she began practicing in Atlanta, GA. She is an active member of the American Optometric Association and the Georgia Optometric Association.

Dr. Drees is a graduate of Ohio State University, where he received his bachelor degree in Physiological Optics in 1988. In 1991, he earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from OSU's College of Optometry. Dr. Drees has served as a board member for the Cincinnati Optometric Association. He is also a member of the Ohio Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. His areas of specialty include contact lenses and laser surgery co-management. Dr. Drees is originally from Cincinnati and is a graduate of Moeller High School.

Undergraduate education: Graduate, Bachelor of Sciences in Visual Science, Illinois College of Optometry, 1988. Optometry School: Doctor of Optometry, Illinois College of Optometry, 1988. Certifications/Awards: Certified Optometric Glaucoma Specialist, Texas Optometry Board, 2000. Certified Therapeutic Optometrist, Texas Optometry Board, 1991. Residency, Tuscaloosa Veterans Administration Medical Center, 1989. Member, Gold Key Optometric Honor Society, 1988. Externship, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, 1987. Awarded "Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges", 1988. Awarded "Outstanding Young Men of America," 1988, 1987. Dr. Driscoll sees patients with a wide variety of conditions; however, many of his patients seek his help with conditions such as Keratoconus, Post Surgical Contact Lenses, Glaucoma, Orthokeratology, and Myopia Regulation. Hobbies/Interests: Educator: training peers during numerous lectures and workshops in "Advanced Methods of Ocular Disease Diagnosis and Treatment.” Lecturer: on optic nerve disorders, peripheral retinal disease, cataract and glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, advancements in ocular medications, and eye care technology. Authored: An Eye Doctor Answers: Explanations To Hundreds Of The Most Common Questions Patients Wish They Had Asked, Co-management of the Glaucoma Patient by the Optometric Physician. Author & Founder: The Eye Doc Blog - Dr. Driscoll maintains The Eye Doc Blog, keeping patients and doctors updated on the latest news and research in eye care today. Dr. Driscoll has also authored numerous articles in optometric journals.

Undergraduate Education: University of Hawai'i at Mānoa. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry.

Dr. Brooke Dugas received her bachelor's in biology from the University of Louisiana Monroe where she graduated summa cum laude. After obtaining her degree at ULM, Dr. Dugas moved to Memphis, Tennessee to begin optometric training at Southern College of Optometry. She completed clinical rotations at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana and Piedmont Eye Care in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Dugas is committed to forming strong, lasting relationships with her patients. She takes great pride in educating them, ensuring they understand their eye health and treatment options. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family.

Dr. Duggan has lived in Broomfield, Colorado, since early elementary school. He attended Broomfield High School and worked at 3D Vision as a technician and receptionist. For his bachelor's, he attended Augustana College in Illinois, where he played soccer and graduated with a Bachelor's in Biology. He attended the Illinois College of Optometry to earn his Optometry degree. He completed formal training at the Illinois Eye Institute, Morrison Eye Care (MN), Family Vision and Eye Care (ID), and Braverman Eye Center (FL). He is certified in Primary Care Optometry and the Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, snowboarding, watching sports, and spending time with friends and family.

Undergraduate Education: Western Illinois University. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Helping people in the West TN area with all of their eye care needs since 1994. Hobbies: Enjoys time with family and the outdoors.