Dr. Thao Tran received her doctorate from Inter American University of Puerto Rico, School of Optometry. There she learned to perform Spanish exams. She is certified through the National Boards of Examiners in Optometry and has a high interest in primary care, as well as the treatment and management of ocular disease. Her and her husband, an engineer and entrepreneur, have a philanthropic goal of inventing a device that will help better vision for people in underprivileged countries. Dr. Tran was born and raised in Indiana. As a first-generation Vietnamese-American, she can also speak Vietnamese. Leisurely, she loves spending time with her family. She and her husband have a toddler and a rescue dog.

Undergraduate Education: North Carolina State University, Zoology; Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry; Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association, North Carolina State Optometric Society, North Carolina Eastern District Optometric Society Association of Regulatory Boards of Optometry; The reason I became an optometrist is because in college, I knew I wanted to work in the medical field, but I did not decide on optometry until my last year of undergraduate education. For me, being able to improve someone's vision while at the same time evaluating with their overall health was the key determinant in wanting to be an optometrist. In my spare time, I enjoy "Spending time with my wife, 2 daughters and family, traveling, reading, bible study, cooking, and sports/athletics. My favorite part of helping my patients is being able to improve their vision and evaluate overall health, but also making relationships with them and getting to know about their interests and families, etc.

Undergraduate Education: St Mary’s University, Winona MN. Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I treat my patients as though they were all my family, I try to find the best solution to their ocular problems and improve their vision. Hobbies/Interests: Training my horses to ride and drive, managing my farm and livestock, craft work using all kinds of mediums, yarn, beads etc.

From Lamar, CO and completed undergrad at Colorado State University, Fort Collings, CO. Graduated May 1984 from what was then the Southern California College of Optometry. Joined Don Hood, OD and Steve Glick, OD in Feb 1985 and retired in October 2020 following the sale of Vision Care Specialists, PC to MyEyeDr. Returned to practice on as-needed basis in Feb 2023. I'm surprised and thrilled by the many patients that return to me for their care as my schedule is limited now to 1-2 days per month.

Dr. Angela Haas received her Doctorate of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry. She has experience performing comprehensive medical and routine eye exams, contact lens fittings, pre- and post-op surgical care, and more at various clinics. A second generation Optometrist originally from South Carolina, Dr. Haas moved to Colorado after completing a rotation in Colorado Springs at the Air Force Academy during Optometry school. She is an active member of the Colorado Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. During her schooling, Dr. Haas participated in the Student Volunteers in Optometric Services to Humanity, volunteering her time in Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, and Colombia where she and her team saw over 4,000 patients. Dr. Haas prides herself on her positive attitude and delivers quality patient care with a smile. Her bubbly personality and passion for optometry make her a favorite of patients of all ages. Dr. Haas loves the Colorado live music scene and mountains. She also enjoys college football (specifically the Carolina Gamecocks), traveling, skiing (both water and snow), and is an active member of the volunteer organization Kiwanis International.

Dr. Paul Hulse is a native of Fort Collins, Colorado. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Northern Colorado and Pacific University. Dr. Hulse then went on to obtain his doctorate of Optometry from Pacific University. Dr. Hulse interned at Indian Health Services in Yakima, Washington where he managed many patients with diabetic eye disease. He also interned at two practices focusing on management of vision problems after brain injury, pediatrics, and vision therapy. In pursuit of his passion, Dr. Paul Hulse completed a residency in vision rehabilitation at the State University of New York where he worked extensively with pediatric patients in the management of visual tracking and teaming disorders focusing on improving reading and school performance. He also worked with traumatic brain injury patients on problems ranging from double vision, visual field cuts, and motion hypersensitivity. Upon returning to Colorado Dr. Hulse obtained hospital privileges at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and the Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital where he continued his work with traumatic brain injury patients. Dr. Hulse has published articles on brain injury as well as presenting a continuing education course to his optometric peers. Paul enjoys spending time with his wife and two children as well as rock climbing, biking, hiking, camping, and skiing.

Dr. Hara Lam received her BS from University of Colorado at Boulder and her Doctorate of Optometry from Illinois College of Optometry. She is board certified and earned her Colorado Optometry License in 2016 and has provided eye care at various locations throughout Denver since then. Dr. Lam has worked with various patients, ranging from veterans with ocular diseases at the William Chappell Jr. Veterans’ Administration Clinic to pediatrics with binocular vision disorders at a local pediatric clinic. Dr. Lam’s special interests include fitting conventional and specialty contact lenses and management and treatment of corneal diseases such as dry eyes. Dr. Lam always tries to put herself in her patients’ shoes in order to make sure that their visit is comfortable and inviting. She enjoys sharing her professional advice and knowledge to patients in order to help them preserve vision and improve eye health. She is excited to work with the latest, state-of-the-art technology to improve patient care. Dr. Lam enjoys learning so she continues to study on the latest research about eye diseases and treatment. Besides being passionate about eyes and vision, she loves food, from eating to cooking. Dr. Lam also likes to bike and hike to enjoy beautiful Colorado. She also appreciates a challenge and enjoys piecing together puzzles and Legos in her free time.

Dr. Jason Witters graduated from The Ohio State University College of Optometry. He completed his residency at the University of Alabama School of Optometry. His postgraduate studies include advanced ocular therapeutics, cataract, glaucoma and refractive surgery management.

Dr. Benjamin Warta completed his bachelor’s degree in Biology and Life Sciences at Kansas State University and received his Optometric Physician degree from NSUCO in Oklahoma. Dr. Warta was a member of the honor society Beta Sigma Kappa while completing his education and received the Phieffer Award as the top graduating clinician. He also has received honors for excellent clinical skill in contact lens fitting and for research in pediatrics and vision therapy. Dr. Warta is Board Certified by the American Board of Optometry. Dr. Warta feels it is important that he gets to know each patient so that he can custom design glasses, contact lens, and/or surgical options for each patient’s needs. Dr. Warta’s expertise includes specialty contact lens fitting; LASIK and refractive therapies; eye disease; high altitude dry eye therapy, children’s vision, and sports vision. Dr. Warta and his wife Erin enjoy traveling, skiing, and biking with their two children.