Dr. Angelica Juarez was born and raised in Galveston, Texas and attended the University of Houston where she received a Bachelors Degree in Biology. Dr. Juarez then graduated from the InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry. She is a board certified Therapeutic Optometrist and Optometric Glaucoma specialist. Passionate about eye care and committed to improving patient outcomes, Dr. Juarez is dedicated to building strong, trusting relationships with patients, taking time to listen to their concerns and offer personalized care. Outside of work, Dr. Juarez enjoys spending time outdoors, watching sports and reading.

Undergraduate Education: University of Kentucky Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry Certifications/Awards: N/A How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? By providing comprehensive eye exams for adults and children. I love optometry because of the unique way we can fix patients’ visual needs and provide a positive experience for them. Hobbies/Interests: Reading, traveling, serving at church and spending time with friends and family

Bachelors of Science from University of Houston with Magna Cum Laude Honors Doctor of Optometry from Midwestern University When I was in middle school, an Optometrist completely changed my world with an eye exam. After getting appropriate correction, I went from a barely passing student to an honor roll student. My confidence soared and I truly believed there was no obstacle I couldn’t conquer. I became an Eye doctor so I could make a similar difference in someone’s life.

Undergraduate Education: Howard University, BS; Optometry School: Salus University- Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Professional Achievements and Associations: Graduated with Honors- Cum Laude, Member of American Optometric Association; Member of Pennsylvania Optometric Association, Member of National Optometric Association. My favorite part of being an optometrist: I love educating my patients on proper eye care in order to live their best lives and see the world clearly. I look forward to seeing my patient’s year after year and creating a trusting relationship with them and their families. In my spare time, I enjoy: trying new restaurants, taking trips around the world, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Dr. Ashley Baker has a strong passion for eyecare, and her goal of becoming an optometrist was realized after completing over 10 years of field experience in several positions within the optical industry. Born and raised in West Palm Beach, Florida, Dr. Baker provides quality eye care services to her community. Dr. Baker completed her Doctor of Optometry degree at Nova Southeastern University. She specializes in pediatric examinations, treatment of dry-eye syndrome, and the fitting of contact lenses, treatment and management of ocular diseases, such as diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and macular degeneration, co-managing ocular surgeries (such as Lasik and cataract removal), and removal of foreign bodies. Dr. Baker believes in giving back to the city that she loves so much. Some of her contributions to the community are giving the gift of sight to children through the Oasis Project which is a foster care program. We also donate pre-loved glasses to our local Lions Club International to be reused for those who can’t afford adequate vision care. Her ultimate goal in small business is paying it forward and making a difference in the lives of local families. Outside the office, Dr. Baker stays very active. Some of the things she enjoys doing is spending quality time outdoors with her husband Viktor soaking up the sun at the beach and coaching baseball with her sons Jensen, Brooks, and baby Baylor.

Bachelor of Science Degree from Northeast Louisiana University in Monroe, Louisiana. Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston College of Optometry. Experience: Began East Texas Vision Center in the Westwood Shopping Center (1984 – January 2024). Dr. McGough and Dr. Douglas acquired TSO of Tyler (2000 – present). Accreditations: Therapeutic Optometrists experienced in the direct care of visual assessment, contact lens fitting, eye trauma, eye disease, and surgical procedures such as cataracts and LASIK. Member of the Texas Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. Served on the board of the Prevent Blindness Organization in Tyler, Texas.

Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Houston. Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston College of Optometry. Experience: East Texas Vision Center/ TSO Westwood, August 1995 - January 2024. Acquired TSO Tyler with Dr. John McGough, 2000 – present. Accreditations: Texas Optometry Board Certified Therapeutic Optometrist, Member of the American Optometry Association, Member of the Texas Optometric Association.

Dr. Fardink received a degree in chemistry from Princeton University and then graduated from The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Dr. Fardink focuses on specialty contacts, including scleral lenses and corneal (rigid) gas permeable lenses. He completed an advanced rotation with honors at the Case Western Reserve University Department of Ophthalmology, where he fit specialty contact lenses onto cornea transplant patients. He also completed an ocular disease rotation at the Chillicothe VA Medical Center, where he treated glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and other ocular disorders. While an optometry student, Dr. Fardink co-founded OSU’s Contact Lens Advancement Society, of which he was also president, and served as vice president of OSU’s Private Practice Club. He is a former volunteer EMT and lead guitar player for The Band Keratopathy (an all optometry rock band). He lives with his wife, Christina, and their son, Emmett.