Our Doctors

Dr. Stefanie Fernandez was born and raised in Westerly, RI before moving to North Carolina where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Elon University. After living in Durham, NC and working as a DNA lab technologist, Dr. Fernandez decided she wanted to help people in a more personal way. She then moved to South Florida to pursue her Doctorate in Optometry from Nova Southeastern University and graduated as a member of Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society. In her spare time, Dr. Fernandez enjoys exploring new places with her husband and spoiling their pet tortoise, Reggie.

Undergraduate Education: UNC-Charlotte. I enjoy providing personalized care to my patients and improving their lives by educating them on their ocular health as well as prescribing the best eyewear, contact lenses, or eye drops. My hobbies are spending time with my friend and family, running, and watching TV.

Dr. Anthony Paul Ficarra is an optometrist. He is a graduate from State University of New York College of Optometry. He completed his Fellowship and then served as a faculty member. Among the most cherished award he has gotten is the Florida’s Senator’s Proclamation by Senators Silver and Webster: Recognizing the outstanding contribution of Dr. Ficarra and Faculty at NOVA Southeaster College of Optometry in improving the lives of children in Florida for service provided to 10,000 at risk children and in-need children (that is a significant impact in the classroom, in the sports teams, improved FCAT scores, and decreased juvenile behavior problems). He has lectured and done blogs on Diabetes Eyecare. He enjoys playing soccer, traveling and volunteering. He has volunteered in Mexico, Honduras and in RAM clinics in Virginia. His motto is: Let us provide you with the best eyecare, at the right time, and at the right place.

Undergraduate Education: Indiana University-Bachelor of Science. Optometry School: Indiana University-class of 2002. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of American Optometric Association (AOA); Member of Indiana Optometric Association (IOA); Member of Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honor Society; Joined MyEyeDr/Ossip Optometry May 2002. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Areas of Focus; Primary Care; Glaucoma; Cataracts; Macular Degeneration; Diabetic Eye Care; Contact Lens Fittings including Multifocal, Toric/Astigmatism, Gas Permeable, Soft Disposable lenses. The reason I became an optometrist is: I attended Indiana University thinking I wanted to become an accountant as I have two older brothers that are accountants, but I quickly realized I loved my science classes even more (biology and psychology). While playing flag football with my two older brothers, I met one of their college friends who was an optometrist. He invited me to come in for an eye exam (I had never had one and I was 20 years old) and I found out I needed glasses and had no idea. I loved that he was able to help me see better, and I decided that I wanted to do that for a living. The rest is history. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Helping them be able to enjoy life to its fullest by helping them see better and helping them find solutions if they suffer from eye disease. Nothing makes me happier than seeing my patients smile when I show them what their vision will be like with their new glasses or contacts. In my spare time, I enjoy: Running; Golfing; Bowling; Walking my dog Cooper (yellow lab); Hanging with my family; I coached little league baseball for several years in Fishers through the S.P.O.R.T.S. Organization; I served as a Boy Scout leader for several years.

Dr. Filchak was raised in Woodbury and attended Nonnewaug High School. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Connecticut in 1980, and graduated as a Doctor of Optometry in 1985 from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Filchak is certified as an advanced optometric practitioner. He provides the full spectrum of optometric services from general optometry, contact lenses, LASIK pre & post-op care, and the treatment of eye diseases. Dr. Filchak resides in Woodbury with his wife, Mary.

Undergraduate Education: Illinois College, Batchelor of Science in Biochemistry. Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry, class of 2021. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of the Indiana Optometric Association and American Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Primary care optometry, including contact lenses. Board certified in treatment and management of ocular disease. The reason I became an optometrist is: The positive impact that optometry had on my own life has driven me to help others and provide a similarly positive experience for my patients. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Finding solutions to fit their individual visual needs and help them to live their best lives. In my spare time, I enjoy: Traveling, trying new foods, and watching sports.

Undergraduate Education: Bowling Green State University; Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry; What drives your passion for optometry? Providing knowledge and educating patients; How are you helping patients live their best lives? Treating each patient as a unique individual with unique needs. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients. How are you impacting your local community? Giving back whenever I can, with donations, or volunteer work. Hobbies/Interests: Ice hockey, golf, cycling, gardening, and, being busy outdoors

Dr. Fitzgerald graduated from the University of Mary, in Bismark, North Dakota, with a bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He then attended the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University, graduating with an additional B.S. in Vision Sciences and his Doctorate of Optometry. After graduating, Dr. Fitzgerald completed one year Primary Care Residency Program at Salus University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is also certified to use topical and oral pharmaceutical agents. His specialties and interests include ocular disease, contact lenses and vision therapy. Dr. Fitzgerald is a member of the American Academy of Optometry, the American Optometric Association and Vermont Optometric Association. Dr. Fitzgerald was also awarded Clinical Honors while attending Salus University and received an award for Clinical Excellence during his advanced pediatric clinical rotation.

Undergraduate Education: Indiana University Bloomington. Degree in Chemistry, minor in Biology. Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry. 2007. Professional Achievements and Associations: MyEyeDr. CEO Ambassador, 2019; Ossip Optometry Doctor of the Year, 2018; Indiana Optometric Association; American Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Treatment of dry eye disease. The reason I became an optometrist is: I wanted to be able to have an immediate impact on my patients’ lives. Optometry allows this through vision and ocular health. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Observing the smile on each patient’s face when they see how well their vision will be with their new glasses. In my spare time, I enjoy: Traveling. Hiking in national parks.

Dr. Flores is a Kansas Native with a bachelors in Public Health Nutrition from Kansas State University and her Doctorate of Optometry from University of the Incarnate word in San Antonio. Her ability to be bilingual in Spanish and English helps her better serve her patients and she hopes to continue serving the Latino communities. Her focus has been to pursue her interests in ocular disease including dry eye, research, innovative technology and education to ensure that patients in her community have access to it. She also uses social media to reach her community even further. She uses the platform to educate, engage and minimize the gap between eye care and the beauty industry with a Latina flare added to it of course. In her free time Dr. Flores enjoys traveling, reading her Bible, doing yoga, playing piano, spending time with her family, and eating all the delicious food the world has to offer.

Undergraduate Education: University of Houston. Optometry School: University of Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry. Hobbies/Interests: Try new restaurants and food in Houston, spending time with my family, and playing with my Yorkie puppy Ava.

Dr. Brenda Floyd is a licensed optometrist practicing at MyEyeDr. in Lewisville, Texas. She earned a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and received her Doctorate in Optometry from the University of Alabama of Alabama in Birmingham School of Optometry. Dr. Floyd's educational journey also includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiological Optics from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). As part of her training, she completed an internship at the UAB Diabetes Hospital. In her college years, Dr. Floyd served as the president of the Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society. Dr. Floyd has received the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award from Marquis Who's Who, a renowned publisher of biographical profiles. Her extensive experience, leadership qualities, and notable accomplishments have earned her a prominent position within her professional network. She also received the Marquis Award for Who's Who in Medicine and Healthcare. Before establishing her practice in the Dallas area, Dr. Floyd gained valuable clinical experience at the Center for Developmental and Learning Disorders at UAB Health System. Additionally, she served as a clinician at the Diabetes Hospital of UAB Health System. During her career, Dr. Floyd also contributed as a columnist in eye care for the Lewisville Daily Leader. In 1993, Dr. Floyd founded Sharp Eyes Optometry in Lewisville, Texas, and later became partners with Dr. Rosenberg in 2005. Their private practice serves the Flower Mound, Lewisville, and Carrollton areas, offering a comprehensive range of services and eyewear products. These include eye exams, testing for all ages, prescription and non-prescription glasses, sunglasses, as well as a wide selection of eyewear frames and contact lenses. Dr. Floyd's dedication to her community is evident in her commitment to helping her patients live their best lives. She takes pride in providing excellent care and strives to ensure her patients' satisfaction. Her passion for optometry allows her to tackle even the most challenging vision issues and provide effective solutions. Actively involved in professional organizations, Dr. Floyd is a longstanding member of the American Optometric Association (AOA), where she received an Education Award for her exceptional work. She has also been associated with the Optometric Foundation and the Texas Optometric Association. Outside of her practice, Dr. Floyd enjoys various hobbies and interests. She finds joy in gardening, music, piano composition, and spending quality time with her family and friends. Dr. Brenda Floyd's dedication, expertise, and compassionate approach make her a respected and trusted optometrist within the Lewisville community, helping her patients with their vision needs and eye health.

Undergraduate Education: Siena College; Optometry School: The New England College of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: Beta Sigma Kappa member, American Academy of Optometry member, American Optometric Association member; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Completed a residency in ocular disease at Virginia Eye Consultants; What drives your passion for optometry? The ability to impact people in a positive way on a daily basis. How are you helping patients live their best lives? By providing them with many options for the management of their eye care needs. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients. How are you impacting your local community? I enjoy volunteering in my spare time at my church and other local businesses. Hobbies/Interests: Kayaking, cross country skiing, the beach or lake, spending time with family and friends

Undergraduate Education: Radford University. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry. How are you helping your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I always strive to help my patients live their best lives by providing the best comprehensive exams and contact lens fits that maximize my patients’ visual needs. I listen to their concerns and provide options to maximize their visual performance. I have practiced since 1993 in various modalities thru my career. In the early part of my career, I had staff privileges at various hospital in NC where I gathered expertise in managing various ocular disease states. I stay very active in continuing education and professional organizations to ensure I am current on the latest knowledge and technology related to eye care. I also strive to learn the community that I serve and become involved so I can understand community needs. In recent years I have provided care and glasses for children in various DC public charter schools. I’ve also volunteered at health screen days on Capitol Hill. I try to support local charities and I have been involved as an athlete in local cycling, triathlon, swim and row teams. This gives me perspective on how to best serve my patients and community. Hobbies: general physical fitness and nutrition/cycling, running, triathlon, rowing, international hiking and travel, culinary food, and wine excursions.

Undergraduate Education: Stonehill College. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I coached high school baseball, basketball and football and officiated youth baseball games. In the office I provide and educate patients on the optical solutions that will best fit their needs. Hobbies/Interests: I played football at the collegiate level and enjoy playing baseball and basketball. I love to garden and landscape.

Dr. Bailey Ford earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from the University of California, Riverside before pursuing her Doctorate in Optometry from Western University College of Optometry. In optometry school she was a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honors Society and served as a member of her Student Government Association. During her fourth year externships she gained invaluable experience in the treatment and management of ocular disease from Lobue Laser and Eye Medical Center in her hometown of Murrieta, California, the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, and Orange County Retina Medical Group. She also studied binocular vision disorders and behavioral optometry at the Optometric Vision Development Center in La Jolla, California. After graduating, she completed a residency in primary care and ocular disease through the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at The Eye Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She moved to Pennsylvania for education and stayed for the love of her husband and the Philadelphia Eagles. Dr. Ford has a passion for eye care and her goal is to protect and improve sight through a holistic approach to optometry, understanding her patients’ eye problems as they relate to their systemic health and individual needs. During her free time, Dr. Ford loves to read, swim, hike our National Parks, and go to concerts.

Dr. Parisa Foroutan attended the University of Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry in San Antonio with extensive training in primary care, contact lenses—including specialty lenses for keratoconus, vision therapy as well as neurodevelopmental disorders of the eye, management and treatment of glaucoma and Diabetes, and well as ocular traumas including abrasions and infections of the eye. She is now happy to be serving the community she grew up in. She is bilingual in both English and Farsi.