Undergraduate Education: Merrimack College; Optometry School: New England College of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: Connecticut Association of Optometrists, American Optometric Association, ABO Board Certified; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Board Certified; What drives your passion for optometry? Increasing quality of life for my patients. How are you helping patients live their best lives? By providing them the best sight possible for their needs. 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? By taking care of all of their eye care needs. Hobbies/Interests: Hiking with my dogs, snowboarding, golf, any outdoor activity

Undergraduate Education: BS in Biology at the University of Vermont. Optometry School: 1996 University of California Berkeley . Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of American Optometric Association; Member of Virginia Optometric Association; Member of Tidewater Optometric Association, the reason I became an optometrist is: I knew in high school that I wanted to pursue a career that was science or medically related. Since I had been wearing glasses myself from the age of 6 I knew that good vision was an important part of my life. I decided to investigate what was required to qualify for Optometry School. I have never looked back. As an Optometrist I play a vital role in eye care. Not only do I prescribe glasses and contact lenses, but I detect and manage eye diseases and disorders of the visual system. My favorite part of helping my patients is: I love being able to interact with and learn about so many different people every day. I especially love seeing my patients back year after year and watching their families grow and change. In my spare time, I enjoy: Cycling, walking, boating, gardening, and hanging out with my husband and three dogs.

Undergraduate Education: Emory University. Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Specializing in hard to fit contact lens cases, keratoconus, and dry eyes. Hobbies/Interests: Wine, travel, fitness and family…not always in that order!

Undergraduate Education: University of Florida. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry 1989. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Geriatric/ Primary Care Residency. The reason I became an optometrist is: To help people see after seeing my grandfather lose his vision due to Glaucoma. My favorite part of helping my patients is: to put a smile on their face. In my spare time, I enjoy: The outdoors (biking, hiking, skiing) traveling and spending time with my family.

Undergraduate Education: SUNY -Binghamton; Optometry School: SUNY College of Optometry; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: General eyecare; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.

Undergraduate Education: UNC; Optometry School: NECO; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Primary Care Optometry, What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you?: Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.

Undergraduate Education: University of Maryland at College Park; Bachelor of Sciences. Optometry School: Interamerican University School of Optometry; graduated 2004. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association. The reason I became an optometrist is: I developed a fascination with optometry due to my childhood issues with myopia. The optometrist was my favorite doctor to visit. Always left the office seeing better and feeling more confident. I work hard to ensure that my patients leave feeling the same. My favorite part of helping my patients is: I enjoy problem solving and helping people achieve their best vision through a holistic and empathetic approach. In my spare time, I enjoy: Running, hiking, spinning, and spending time with my family, especially at the beach.