Undergraduate Education: University of North Carolina at Wilmington, B.S. in Biology; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry; Professional Achievements and Associations: AOA, Past President Southeastern District of NCOS, Eye care provider to UNCW Athletics, Guest presenter, lecture and lab, UNCW School of Nursing, Guest presenter, lecture, UNCW Athletic Trainer; Clinical Certifications and Specialities: Primary Care, Ocular Disease, Ocular Injury; The reason I became an optometrist is because as a young teenager, I once had a foreign body in my eye. I was experiencing a certain level of misery! My father's optometrist agreed to meet us at his office on a Sunday evening. After examining me on some cool equipment and putting in a couple drops, he everted my lid and removed a piece of sawdust. There was immediate relief from misery! I have never forgotten his kindness nor the resulting satisfaction! I looked into the profession and never looked back. My favorite part of helping my patients is the fact that they leave here with a problem solved after a pleasant experience. In my spare time, I enjoy my Son and his soccer, surfing, fishing, the outdoors, animals, birds, trees, cooking, and sports.

Undergraduate Education: Grove City College; Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University; Class of 2007. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of American Optometric Association and the Pennsylvania Optometric Association. The reason I became an optometrist is: I injured my eye at a very young age and ever since I have wanted to care for patients’ eye health needs and help them see better. My favorite part of helping my patients is: that Wow! moment when someone can see well again. In my spare time, I enjoy: Spending time with my family, playing video games and watching sports.

Undergraduate Education: University of Delaware. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University. The reason I became an optometrist is: I always knew I wanted to be in the medical field but was unsure of where exactly I wanted to end up. I shadowed a local optometrist in college and never looked back! My favorite part of helping my patients is: There is no better feeling than watching someone put on their first pair of glasses! In my spare time, I enjoy: Reading, traveling, and spending time with family.

Undergraduate Education: Pennsylvania State University; Optometry School: Salus University; Professional Achievements/Associations: AOA, DEOA, Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Primary Care, Contact Lenses, co-manages ocular pathologies; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.

Undergraduate Education: UNC- Chapel Hill - Bachelor of Science in Biology with Minor in Chemistry; Optometry School: Nova Southeastern University; The reason I became an optometrist is because I always considered having a career in healthcare, but I ultimately chose optometry due to enjoying going to my own eye appointments throughout my lifetime. It is great not having shots or high pitch drills at an optometrist’s office! I strive to provide quality eye care to patients as other optometrists have done for me. My favorite part of helping my patients is seeing the smiles and appreciation on my patient's face even with a mask on. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, discovering new food, cooking, scenic walks, and spending time with friends and family.

Undergraduate Education: University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry, Memphis Tennessee. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Providing comprehensive eye exams for adults and children (5 and over), diabetic eye exams, contact lens fitting, and diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease. Hobbies/interests: Hiking, fishing, bird watching, cooking, beach trips.

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.