Undergraduate Education: Southeastern University (Lakeland, FL) - Bachelor of Science in Biology. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry (Boston, MA) - Class of 2020. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association, Florida Optometric Association, Lake Region Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Primary Eye Care, Contact Lens Exams, Diabetic Eye Exams, Pediatric Eye Exams, Emergency Eye Care. The reason I became an optometrist is: I became an optometrist because I wanted to provide a practical service while connecting with people of all ages and backgrounds. Whether it be prescribing glasses or contacts for clearer vision, diagnosing, and managing a vision-threatening disease, or annual monitoring of ocular health, optometry provides me the opportunity to improve my patients’ daily lives. My favorite part of helping my patients is: My favorite part of helping my patients is spending a few extra minutes educating them about their eyes. I believe that the more we understand about our body, the better we can care for it and the better our lives will be! In my spare time, I enjoy: In my spare time, I enjoy exploring Central Florida with my husband, Josh and my dog, Bear. We love traveling to new places and are always open to recommendations!

Undergraduate Education: University of Toledo; Optometry School: The Ohio State University College of Optometry; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: General Care; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.

Undergraduate Education: West Virginia University, Bachelor of Science in Biology. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry, 2015. Professional Achievements and Associations: Maryland and West Virginia licensed, Member of Maryland and West Virginia Optometric Association. The reason I became an optometrist is: I was heavily influenced by my high school math teacher to pursue higher education. My childhood optometrist, Dr. Shawn Ricker of Cumberland, MD, who is now my Uncle, also weighed in on my career path. There was nothing sweeter than a fresh pair of clear contact lenses for a high myope like me. I am so glad I can now offer the gift of clear, crisp vision to others! My favorite part of helping my patients is: educating them on their visual needs. Whether I see a patient after cataract surgery for new glasses, refer someone out for glaucoma or successfully treat their chronic dry eye, I enjoy addressing all patient needs. If I can't help, I will find someone who can! In my spare time, I enjoy: exercising and spending time with my growing family.

Undergraduate Education: Northeastern University Boston (bachelor’s in pharmacy). Optometry School: New England College of Optometry; 2019 Graduate. Professional Achievements and Associations: Multiple Rotations in the Boston VA and Community Health care systems; Optometrist with Retail settings since 2019; Member of the Maryland Optometry Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Primary Care Optometrist. The reason I became an optometrist is: Growing up, I used to think I wasn’t good at school. When I got my first pair of glasses in 7th grade, I became the top student in my class till college through high school. I made a pledge since then to make a positive impact in people’s life. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Helping patients see better to improve their activities of daily living and diagnosing possible life-threatening conditions in the eyes. In my spare time, I enjoy: Football, soccer, rugby, working out and Cooking.

Undergraduate Education: University of Maryland, Bachelor's of Science; Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry; Professional Achievements and Associations: Maryland Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, Fellowship College of Optometry in Vision Development, Fellowship Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association; Clinical Certifications and Specialities: behavioral/developmental vision, contact lenses, Lasik co-management; The reason I became an optometrist is because I saw my optometrist from 4th grade and every year after that due to my progressive myopia. I looked up and respected him and thought this is what I want to do for the rest of my life. To be able to help people see clearer and function better in this world is very fulfilling. In my spare time, I enjoy Crossfit, golf, and being with my wife! My favorite part of helping my patients is to be able to function better in their day to day activities.

Undergraduate Education: University of Southern Mississippi (B.S. Biology). Optometry School: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: AOA, TOA (Texas Optometric Association), OAL (Optometry Association of Louisiana). Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Keratoconus, Glaucoma. Hobbies/Interests: Plays tenor Sax with local cover bands, golf.

Undergraduate Education: Troy University; Optometry School: UAB; Professional Achievements/Associations: BAOS, AOA; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: I know how to fit scleral contact lenses. I’ll see kids of all ages. What drives your passion for optometry? Helping people see. How are you helping patients live their best lives? Educating patients on proper eye care and how to advance their everyday comfort with their vision needs. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients. Hobbies/Interests: MMA, music, movies, college football, basketball

Undergraduate Education: Indiana University; BA Psychology 1982. Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry 1986. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association; Central Indiana Optometric Society. The reason I became an optometrist is: To help my patients live their life in the most visually satisfying way using my experience and professional talent, coupled with the latest optical lens and contact lens technology for the best, most rewarding eyecare experience possible. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Seeing them return year after year and learning about their families, their hobbies and life experiences has been the most rewarding part of my optometry practice. In my spare time, I enjoy: Camping and hiking with my wife, Susan. We are big fans of the wonderful Indiana State Park system. I also enjoy the competitive shooting sport of IDPA.

Undergraduate Education: Northeastern State University - Bachelor of Science, summa cum laude; Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry - cum laude; Professional Achievements and Associations: Fellow, American Academy of Optometry Diplomate, American Board of Optometry, Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians, American Optometric Association; Clinical Certifications and Specialities: Low Vision Rehabilitation; The reason I became an optometrist is because of the life-changing impact vision correction had for me when I got my first glasses as a child. I wanted to help others experience that "aha moment" the first time they got their glasses and their world was forever changed! In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and three sons, hiking, and crafts. My favorite part of helping my patients is promoting the importance of caring for their eyes and their vision. You're only given one set of eyes!! So whether it's through the proper contact lens or glasses correction or caring for an ocular health condition, I want to make sure my patients know what options they have available to have the healthiest eyes and the best vision possible!