Undergraduate Education: North Carolina State University; Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Primary Care; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you?: Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients

Undergraduate Education: Duke University. Optometry School Southern College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Vision is our most important sense, and I love being able to play a part in helping my patients have the best vision possible to ensure their highest quality of life. I am proud to serve the community I grew up in and the surrounding counties. Hobbies/Interests: Gardening, horseback riding, spending time with my family. I am also very active in my church.

Undergraduate Education: North Carolina State University- Biological sciences. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry – 2008. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member North Carolina State Optometric Society; Member American Optometric Association; Volunteer Prevent Blindness NC. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Primary Care. The reason I became an optometrist is: I wanted a job that would challenge me and allow me to make a positive difference in other’s lives. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Helping them see more clearly, meeting their visual needs, and educating them on their ocular health. In my spare time, I enjoy: Spending time with my family and pug, paddle boarding, going to the beach/pool, playing tennis.

Undergraduate Education: Western Illinois University; Bachelor of Science in Zoology. Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry; Doctor of Optometry,1986. Professional Achievements and Associations: Illinois Optometric Association; American Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Board Certified; American Board of Optometry. The reason I became an optometrist is: Helping people see clearly and enjoy life is very satisfying. It's a great job. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Helping a young child see properly and knowing what a positive difference it will make in their life. In my spare time, I enjoy: Spending time with my family, including my new granddaughter. Playing golf, swimming and hiking.

Undergraduate Education: Bemidji State University, BS Biology; Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry; Professional Achievements and Associations: AOA member, NCOS member Publication: The relationship between central corneal thickness-adjusted intraocular pressure and glaucomatous visual-field loss, Optometry 2005 Apr;76(4):228-38; Clinical Certifications and Specialities: "Houston School of Optometry, Residency Certificate in Hospital Based Optometry; The reason I became an optometrist is because I was always interested in science and the healthcare field. When looking for a career that allowed me to explore my interests and include a balanced family life, optometry was a great choice. I love seeing and "maturing" with my patients year after year. My favorite part of helping my patients is that moment when you get "that grin" on a kiddo as they truly see the world around them for the first time. In my spare time, I enjoy hanging out with my family and watching the Minnesota Vikings (the second part is enjoyable sometimes...).

Undergraduate Education: St. Vincent College BA Chemistry. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry 1984. The reason I became an optometrist is: To provide the best care possible and help patients see their best. My favorite part of helping my patients is: The look on a child's face when they see clearly for the first time. In my spare time, I enjoy: Reading and spending time with family.

Undergraduate Education: Southern Illinois University Carbondale; Bachelors in Physiology. Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry 2011. Professional Achievements and Associations: Delaware Optometric Association; American Optometric Association. The reason I became an optometrist is: I started wearing glasses and contacts at a young age and always thought the eye was interesting. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Is being able to make a difference in their lives by providing better vision. In my spare time, I enjoy: Playing all types of sports and being outside as much as possible.

Undergraduate Education: University of Maryland, College Park; Optometry School: InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.