Undergraduate Education: Murray State University Optometry School: Kentucky College of Optometry Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy playing basketball, volleyball, and pickleball. I also love going to the beach, listening to music, and adding to my sneaker collection.

Dr. Tuel has spent the last 28 years building an independently owned eye care practice that outshines the rest. His mission is to provide outstanding quality of care, service, and state-of-the-art technology to meet the demands of today’s patient. In an age where time spent with a doctor is rapidly diminishing, he feels it is vital to spend time with you, discussing health issues, vision and product trends, and addressing your needs. Dr. Tuel is a native of Joliet. He attended Joliet Central High School and Joliet Jr. College. After receiving an A.S. from JJC, he went to the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, where he graduated with a Bachelors degree in Biology. He received his Doctor of Optometry Degree from the Indiana University School of Optometry in Bloomington, Indiana in 1989. Dr. Tuel is married with two sons and loves all things sports! His favorites, The Fighting Illini, Bears, and the Chicago Cubs!

Undergraduate Education: Ferris State University, Big Rapids MI Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry, Bloomington IN Certifications/Awards: Dean’s Summer Research Scholar Program during optometry school; ABB Optical Student Challenge winner during optometry school; apart of Massachusetts Optometric Association Hobbies/Interests: I love reading, dogs, running, and exploring New England

Undergraduate Education: University of NC-Greensboro Accounting and Business and University of Houston, BS in Physiological Optics. Optometry School: University of Houston College of Optometry. Certifications/Awards: Graduated Magna cum laude, Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honor Society, American Optometric Society, NC Optometric Society, and Piedmont Optometric Society, Member of Lions Club International. I have over 33 years of experience improving my patients’ quality of life by maximizing their ability to see with eyeglasses and/or contact lenses, maintaining and educating them on their ocular and systemic health, and building lifelong relationships. Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, cooking, photography, spending time with my family and friends: husband, Johnny, adult children, Luke (Logistics Army Officer and now corporate logistics manager), and Lindsey (“Dr P.”-she is a dentist in Richmond, VA), walking my dog, Marley, exploring the great outdoors, especially on a hike, the beach or a cruise, paddle board/kayak and boating on Lake Norman, and taking care of my parents and patients.

Undergraduate Education: Indiana University Optometry School: MCPHS School of Optometry Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, reading, cooking, spending time with friends and family

Undergraduate Education: Pacific University Optometry School: Pacific University College of Optometry Certifications/Awards: Member of the Optometric Physicians of Washington and Member of the American Optometric Association. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? My goal is to provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family, from children to grandparents. I aim to show every person in my chair the respect and patience they deserve, to make them feel heard, and help them walk out of their exam with a greater understanding regarding their eyes. I value transparency and education in my patient care and always make sure every patient is happy and satisfied with the services they receive. Hobbies/Interests: Pickleball, Travel, Gardening, DIY house projects and Construction.

Dr. Hall is a residency trained optometric physician, born and raised in Clearwater, Florida. She earned her Bachelors degree in Biology from the University of Florida. Dr. Hall then obtained a doctorate in optometry at Nova Southeastern University, graduating with highest honors. She pursued further education and completed a residency at the Bay Pines VA Medical Center. Dr. Hall is committed to her patients’ ocular health and vision. She provides thorough visual and medical eye examinations. She enjoys fitting specialty contact lenses, including scleral lenses and corneal refractive therapy. Dr. Hall works closely with local ophthalmologists to ensure her patients’ are continued to be cared for outside of the scope of optometry. Dr. Hall enjoys giving back to the community and has devoted her time to several vision screenings at homeless medical camps in St. Petersburg and volunteers her time at the Clearwater Free Clinic. Dr. Hall resides in Tampa with her husband and their dog, Finn. She enjoys running, weightlifting, hiking and watching college football. Go Gators!

Undergraduate Education: University of Pittsburgh Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry Certifications/Awards: Primary Care Residency, VA Medical Center Memphis; Optometric Research Fellowship, VA Medical Center Boston Hobbies/Interests: genealogy, weightlifting, and traveling

Azalia is an HBCU-made, Optometric physician from Greenwood, Mississippi dedicated to advancing visual health in minority communities and diversifying the field of Optometry. She earned her Doctor of Optometry and Bachelor of Science in Vision Science at Nova Southeastern University and her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Pre-Professional Concentration at Alcorn State University. In addition to providing patient-centered care, her passions include providing care to the pediatric population with emphasis in Autism Spectrum, Neuro-ophthalmic disorders and vision therapy. She completed a 3-month medical eye and optometric primary care externship at the Lake Nona Veterans Association Hospital and a 3-month surgical co-management externship at Milan Eye Center of Atlanta, GA. Azalia is currently completing residency advancing her knowledge and skills in pediatric eye care, vision therapy, and managing acquired visual disturbances including vertigo and oscillopsia.

Undergraduate education: Graduate, Bachelor of Sciences in Visual Science, Illinois College of Optometry, 1988. Optometry School: Doctor of Optometry, Illinois College of Optometry, 1988. Certifications/Awards: Certified Optometric Glaucoma Specialist, Texas Optometry Board, 2000. Certified Therapeutic Optometrist, Texas Optometry Board, 1991. Residency, Tuscaloosa Veterans Administration Medical Center, 1989. Member, Gold Key Optometric Honor Society, 1988. Externship, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, 1987. Awarded "Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges", 1988. Awarded "Outstanding Young Men of America," 1988, 1987. Dr. Driscoll sees patients with a wide variety of conditions; however, many of his patients seek his help with conditions such as Keratoconus, Post Surgical Contact Lenses, Glaucoma, Orthokeratology, and Myopia Regulation. Hobbies/Interests: Educator: training peers during numerous lectures and workshops in "Advanced Methods of Ocular Disease Diagnosis and Treatment.” Lecturer: on optic nerve disorders, peripheral retinal disease, cataract and glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, advancements in ocular medications, and eye care technology. Authored: An Eye Doctor Answers: Explanations To Hundreds Of The Most Common Questions Patients Wish They Had Asked, Co-management of the Glaucoma Patient by the Optometric Physician. Author & Founder: The Eye Doc Blog - Dr. Driscoll maintains The Eye Doc Blog, keeping patients and doctors updated on the latest news and research in eye care today. Dr. Driscoll has also authored numerous articles in optometric journals.