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

Undergraduate Education: Bridgewater College; Bridgewater, VA; B.S. in Biology. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry; Memphis, TN 1991. Professional Achievements and Associations: AOA and VOA. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Scleral contacts. The reason I became an optometrist is: Watching my sister struggle to read due to a vision issue made me aware of the impact good vision can have on a person's life. I want to be able to help people reach their full potential by helping them have the best vision possible. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Helping them enjoy life through good vision. In my spare time, I enjoy: Reading, knitting, and my dogs and cats.

Undergraduate Education: Ferris State University. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I help my patients live their best lives by listening to what they need, educating them about their vision and eye health, and offering them the best solutions to address their concerns. Hobbies/Interests: Most of my free time is spent with my family, but when I get a little time alone, I enjoy reading mystery novels.

Undergraduate Education: Rhodes College; Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: Member of American Optometric Association and Tennessee Optometric Association; What drives your passion for optometry? Helping patients achieve clear and comfortable vision. How are you helping patients live their best lives? Educating patients on optical options available for their particular occupation and lifestyle. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients. Hobbies/Interests: Guitar playing/Making music

Undergraduate Education: BA Economics. Optometry School: Indiana University. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I helped establish the Noblesville School Vision screening program 30 years ago which has helped hundreds of students who had undiagnosed vision problems. Today, I am providing my patients with the most current therapies available for cataract, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy reading, gardening, cooking, and spending time with my grandchildren.

Undergraduate Education: Belhaven University & Elmhurst College: Bachelor's degree in biology. Optometry School: The Ohio State College of Optometry 2008. Professional Achievements and Associations Member of the American Optometric Association; Member of the Indiana Optometric Association; Awarded Ossip Optometry's Doctor of the Year in 2017. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: I enjoy treating glaucoma and fitting specialty contact lenses. The reason I became an optometrist is: I want to help people. I always wanted to go into the medical field, and optometry was the perfect field for me. My favorite part of helping my patients is: I love it when I can change someone's life by helping them to see better. I also enjoy getting to know my patients and developing lifelong relationships with them over the years. In my spare time, I enjoy: I love volleyball. I played in college and Optometry school. I also enjoy spending time with my 2 kids and attending their soccer games. My husband and I love taking trips, especially where we get to hike and be outdoors. Our favorite vacation spot to date is Banff, Canada.

Undergraduate Education: I attended Ferris State University and earned a bachelor’s degree in Vision Science, Summa Cum Laude. Optometry School: I graduated in 2015 from the Michigan College of Optometry with a Doctor of Optometry degree, Summa Cum Laude. Professional Achievements and Associations: I am a member of the Indiana Optometric Association and American Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: I am licensed to practice optometry and prescribe medications in the state of Indiana. I also maintain a controlled substance regulation certificate. I enjoy practicing full scope optometry, but I have a passion for pediatrics. The reason I became an optometrist is: I believe that vision is our most important sense. Being able to preserve, protect, and enhance the way my patients see the world is an amazing experience. I was originally drawn to optometry because it is one of the few healthcare fields that really allows you to spend time with and get to know patients. Because of that extra time, I can better serve patients. My favorite part of helping my patients is: I love the connections I get to make with my patients. I have met so many wonderful and inspiring people. Every day brings new challenges and new relationships. In my spare time, I enjoy: I love to spend time with my husband, Dan, our daughter, Amelia, and our dog. Any moment I can be outside, I take full advantage. I also enjoy cooking.

Undergraduate Education: Valparaiso University, BS in Chemistry and Biology Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry, 2019. The reason I became an optometrist is: I always knew I wanted to do something in the medical field, and the more I learned about eyes the more I wanted to know. I love being able to specialize in such an interesting area of health, while also helping patients improve their quality of life. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Helping improve their lives! I love seeing the reaction of kids getting a pair of glasses for the first time or finding a solution for a contact lens patient that thought they were out of options. In my spare time, I enjoy: Going to concerts, playing tennis, and spending time with my dog.

Undergraduate Education: University of Michigan — Ann Arbor, Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry, Professional Achievements/Associations: AOA member, TAOP member, Clinical Certifications & Specialties: , What drives your passion for optometry?: I just enjoy helping people, and if that involves improving their vision I want to be their ally in eye care., How are you helping patients live their best lives?: I am making sure that my patients vision allows them to achieve all of their goals., 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 am an active member of the Memphis Jewish community and plan to join other associations that enhance access to eye care., Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, seeing concerts, skiing, golfing, my wife Stephanie and our goldendoodle puppy Henry