Our Doctors

Dr. Patricia Poma is a Michigan native who received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. While an undergraduate student, she spent a semester abroad in Florence, Italy. She also worked at the Kellogg Eye Center doing genetic research on retinitis pigmentosa, a devastating disease that may lead to blindness. While attending the Ohio State University’s College of Optometry in Columbus, OH, Dr. Poma was honored to work with veterans at the Chillicothe Veterans Administration Hospital. Dr. Poma was selected as the sole recipient of the Eschenbach Low Vision Award. Dr. Poma earned her post-doctorate fellowship in pediatric visual development (FOVDR) in 2010. She particularly enjoys working with children, helping them become successful students through vision therapy. She works hard to identify and treat binocular vision dysfunction, including, but not limited to, prescribing prism. She also helps treat visual dysfunctions that occur due to concussions, TBI, and vertigo. Dr. Poma has a real gift for making every child feel comfortable during their eye exam. She is an international speaker and key opinion leader/consultant for Johnson and Johnson, Neurolens, PECAA, and MD Elite, teaching doctors across the country about the latest innovations in eye care, including dry eye, binocular dysfunction, and contact lenses. She spends a lot of her time mentoring other optometrists and students in both communication skills and practice development. Dr. Poma has been the principal investigator in contact lens clinical trials for Johnson and Johnson, Bausch & Lomb, and Alcon Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Poma is fluent in Italian and relatively articulate in Spanish. She is happily married and enjoys time with her two sons. She enjoys traveling to Italy to visit family and is passionate about holistic health, fitness, and wellness.

Undergraduate Education: Brigham Young University; B.S. in Business Finance. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry; Graduated 2002. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association; Henderson County Board of Health Member. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Training in Scleral Contact Lens Fitting. The reason I became an optometrist is: I come from a family of Optometrists. We have 3 generations of family in eye care. There have been 7 Poole Optometrists and 1 Poole that is training to be an Ophthalmologist. Having good vision improves every aspect of our lives. I love what I do. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Solving vision problems to help them live better lives. In my spare time, I enjoy: Backpacking, camping, mountain biking, and traveling.

Undergraduate University: Emory University. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry. How I am impacting my local community and helping patients live their best lives: For the past 35 years I have been providing the greater Miramar community with comprehensive eye examinations for adults and children, diabetic eye exams, contact lens evaluations, binocular vision dysfunction assessments and ocular disease management. Hobbies/Interests: Golf, pickleball, reading, travel.

Undergraduate Education: Baylor University. Optometry School: University of Houston College of Optometry. Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy spending time with my dogs and husband and traveling.

Dr. Carly Poskochil graduated with high distinction from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln earning a degree in Biological Sciences with a pre-optometry focus. She then continued her education at the University of Missouri - Saint Louis where she received her Doctor of Optometry degree and completed clinical rotations in a variety of settings including primary care optometry and ocular disease. She graduated with multiple awards and honors recognizing her academic achievement, involvement, and outstanding character and was named as one of Women in Optometry's Class of 2025 Top Graduates. Following her graduation, she completed her residency in ocular disease with an emphasis on glaucoma and vision rehabilitation at the Kansas City VA Medical Center. When she's not caring for patients, she enjoys reading a good book, playing board games, and spending time with her family and her cats.

Dr. Julie Poteet received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Georgia and her Doctor of Optometry degree from The New England College of Optometry. Upon completion of her residency with the Brockton and West Rosbury VA Medical Centers in Massachusetts, she worked with one of Harvard’s top ophthalmology professors in private practice in Peabody, Massachusetts. After returning to GA, Dr. Poteet has worked in private practice in the Acworth area and completed a Masters of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. Pediatric Vision care is also a passion of Dr. Poteet’s as she believes in the value of treating the whole child and removing any barriers that prevent them from achieving their fullest academic potential. Dr. Poteet is an active member of the American Optometric Association and the Georgia Optometric Association. She currently serves as the Vice President of the Ocular Wellness and Nutrition Society.

Undergraduate Education: B.A. from Alma College (Alma, MI), graduated 2000. Optometry School: Michigan College of Optometry, graduated 2006 . Professional Achievements and Associations: Fellow in the American Academy of Optometry; Fellow in the Scleral Lens Education Society; Diplomate and Ohio Ambassador for the American Board of Optometry; Member Gas Permeable Lens Institute Advisory Board; Member American Optometric Association; Member and former Governor Ohio Optometric Association; Editorial Board of the journal Optometry Today (India); Drs. Wechsler and Mertz Contact Lens Residency Award; Beta Sigma Kappa National Optometric Honor Society Silver Medal Award; Selected as an "Outstanding female leader" in Vision Monday newsmagazine 2006; Selected as one of the "Most influential women in optometry" in Vision Monday 2018; Selected as a 2018 CooperVision "Best Practices"; 2016 Toledo City Paper "Best of Toledo - Eye Doctor" finalist; Numerous professional publications including as a columnist in Contact Lens Spectrum ("GP Insights"). Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Cornea and Contact Lens Residency, with a focus in specialty contact lens fitting completed 2007; Paragon CRT/orthokeratology certification. The reason I became an optometrist is: To take a love for science and health and translate it through patient care to help improve people's lives and contribute to my community. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Helping patients understand their ocular conditions and the importance of eye health so that they can have a lifetime of good vision. In my spare time, I enjoy: Spending time with my family (two children), writing, vegan baking, playing piano.

Dr. Powell has been practicing optometry in the Valley for twenty-five years.  He received his Doctorate in 1987 from Pacific University College of Optometry. He has a Bachelor of Science in Biology from San Diego State University.  He is certified to diagnose and treat diseases of the eyes, as well as pre-, and post- operative care for cataracts, lasik and other refractive procedures.  Dr. Powell uses the latest technology to fit contacts and fits all types, including the Synergy lens.  He is also a certified CRT specialist, which means he is trained to fit  contacts that correct your vision while you sleep. ​Outside of the office, Dr. Powell likes to travel internationally, 'play' fantasy football, and scuba dive.

Dr. Allison Price is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Texas A&M University in College Station. She received her Doctor of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry where she graduated in the top 10% of her class. She is a licensed Therapeutic Optometrist in the State of Texas and a Optometric Glaucoma Specialists. In addition, she is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Texas Optometric Association, Arlington Kappa Alpha Theta Alumni Association, Arlington Junior League, and an active member of First United Methodist Church of Arlington. Dr. Price did her externship in Plano, TX and Morrow, GA where she gained experience in the diagnosis and management of ocular diseases such as cataracts, diabetes, and macular degeneration. Drs. Daniel and Allison are the proud parents of two beautiful children.

Dr. Daniel Price attended the University of Georgia where he received his degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. He received his Doctor of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. He is licensed as a Therapeutic Optometrist and a Optometric Glaucoma Specialists, and belongs to the American Optometric Association and Texas Optometric Association. Dr. Price is also an active member of First United Methodist Church of Arlington. His specialty is contact lenses and ocular disease due to the extensive training on his externs in Marietta and Morrow, Georgia. Drs. Daniel and Allison Price are the proud parents of two beautiful children.

Undergraduate Education: North Carolina State University. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? By prioritizing and individualizing care for each of my patients and for caring for them in the way in which I would want to be cared for. Hobbies/Interests: Faith, Family, Fitness.

Dr. Samantha Price earned her undergraduate degree from Susquehanna University before continuing her education at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University. After graduation, she spent her career studying advanced eye conditions, specializing in low vision services and devices. Today, she is a board-certified optometrist with a focus on low vision and a range of ocular diseases, and she loves working with your entire family. In addition to providing comprehensive eye exams, she is a low-vision specialist, an expert in diagnosing and treating eye diseases, and performs neurovisual medicine for patients struggling with vision-related symptoms from concussions and other brain injuries. Dr. Price is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Florida Optometric Association. A native of Minersville, PA, Dr. Price brings a hometown feel and eye care experience like no other, with personalized appointments and attentive service. As a low vision specialist, she helps patients regain lost vision who have struggled with other eye doctors, whether due to macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, or other vision-limiting conditions.

Undergraduate Education: University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. Optometry School: University of Houston College of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: American Optometric Association, Georgia Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Glaucoma management, diabetic retinopathy, eye infections and foreign body removal. What drives your passion for optometry? Being able to help people preserve and improve their vision is exciting and rewarding! How are you helping patients live their best lives? Every patient visit is an opportunity to help people improve their quality of life. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Being able to help people improve their quality of life by enhancing and protecting their sight. How are you impacting your local community? Being available to serve my community by being available for emergency visits, red eye visits as well as routine eye care. Hobbies/Interests: I love spending time with my wife and boys, and am a sports car enthusiast.

Undergraduate Education: University of Waterloo. Optometry School: Michigan College of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: MOA. What drives your passion for optometry? Helping people see better. Hobbies/Interests: Cycling (gravel road racing & mtn biking), hockey.

Undergraduate Education: University of Connecticut. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Through comprehensive eye examinations to enhance and preserve my patient's visual function. Hobbies/Interests: Biking, Watching Sports, Board Games.

Undergraduate Education: Syracuse University. Optometry School: State University of New York College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? By providing comprehensive eye exams for adults and children, diabetic eye exams, contact lens fitting, dry eye exams, and ocular disease management. Hobbies/Interests: Biking, Watching TV/Sports, Cooking BBQ.