Dr. Michael Vuong grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2007. He then went on to complete his Doctorate of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in 2012. Now a Floridian, Dr. Vuong looks forward to addressing your visual needs and eye health concerns.

Dr. Schneid’s educational journey reflects a solid commitment to healthcare and optometry. After attending the University of South Florida and the University of Maryland, College Park, he pursued his passion for eye care at the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Vision Care and a Doctor of Optometry degree there. This solid foundation in science and clinical practice equips him to make a significant impact in eye care and enhance the vision health of his community. Dr. Schneid is an active member of the American Optometric Association and the Maryland Optometric Association, showcasing his commitment to professional growth and community service. His involvement with the InfantSEE program and the Lion’s Club reflects his dedication to providing essential care, especially to needy children. Practicing in Takoma Park, he’s known for his outgoing personality and caring demeanor, making his patients feel comfortable and valued. He accepts new patients, welcoming the community to experience his dedication to high-quality eye care. Outside of his practice, Dr. Schneid resides in Maryland with his wife, and they enjoy a variety of hobbies together, including traveling, photography, gardening, cooking, and practicing Aikido. These diverse interests enrich his life and foster meaningful connections with others

Undergraduate Education: University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Optometry School: The New England College of Optometry. Certifications/Awards: Board Certified by the American Board of Optometry. Hobbies/Interests: Golfing, kayaking, Pickleball.

Dr. Sean Gretz is a native of Scranton, Pennsylvania. He earned his bachelor's degree in cellular neuroscience from St. Lawrence University in New York. He then completed his professional training at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University, where he graduated in 2018 with clinical honors. Following graduation, Dr. Gretz completed a residency program in primary care and ocular disease at The Eye Institute in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Gretz provides comprehensive, primary eye care with a focus on ocular disease and emergency medicine. He is currently a member of the Maryland Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. In 2022, Dr. Gretz achieved Diplomate certification from the American Board of Optometry. In his spare time, Dr. Gretz enjoys cooking and watching movies. He has recently relocated to Maryland with his family.

Undergraduate Education: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry. Certification/Awards: MiSight Certified. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Providing comprehensive eye exams including but not exclusive to contact lens fitting, disease management, and urgent care. Hobbies/Interests: Exercising, Reading, Music, Travelling.

Dr. Lee completed his undergraduate studies at The University of Texas at Austin in 2002. He then pursued his lifelong passion of being an optometrist and graduated from the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico College of Optometry in 2008. Afterward, he moved to New Jersey and completed a residency program in ocular disease and primary care at the Eye Care Center of New Jersey in 2009. Dr. Lee enjoys being active and likes to play basketball and tennis.

Gabrielle Gafford is a native of Dallas, Texas. While growing up, she spent ample time performing community service, playing sports and participating in the Girl Scouts of America where she earned her Gold Award. She completed her undergraduate degree at Rhodes College where she majored in Neuroscience while playing volleyball all four years and serving as captain of the volleyball team her senior year. After receiving her Bachelor of Science, she remained in Memphis to complete optometry school at the Southern College of Optometry (SCO). During her time in optometry school, she participated in research while taking on leadership roles in student government and the National Optometric Student Association (NOSA). She also became a student fellow for the American Academy of Optometry in 2021. During SCO’s commencement ceremony in 2022, she was awarded the Burnett Endowed Award for Student Achievement in Research for her outstanding efforts as a research assistant. In 2023, she completed a residency program at The Eye Care Center of New Jersey where she was trained in primary care optometry with an emphasis on ocular disease. During her residency, she worked closely with many ophthalmology specialties including glaucoma, retina, cornea and cataracts, oculoplastics and neuro-ophthalmology. While in residency, she was awarded the Anterior Segment Section Resident Travel Fellowship at the American Academy of Optometry conference in San Diego as a result of her unique poster presentation and research. Dr. Gafford looks forward to serving the citizens of Maryland and practicing to the full extent of her license in order to perform thorough comprehensive primary care optometry exams for patients of all ages and managing conditions such as glaucoma, non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy, non-exudative macular degeneration, ocular surface diseases including dry eye, and myopia management. It is Dr. Gafford’s goal to not only diagnose and treat ocular diseases and conditions, but also to provide clear and thorough patient education, giving patients the tools they need to advocate for themselves and their ocular health.

Dr. William Cassidy Strange is passionate about optometry and prides himself on his attention to detail and thorough eye exams. He graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia, PA, and he received his B.S. in Biology from the University of Virginia before that. Dr. Strange is a primary care provider focusing on ocular disease, specialty contact lenses, and pre/post-operative care for cataract and glaucoma filtration surgeries. He is also an active member of the American Optometric Association and the North Carolina State Optometric Society. While practicing in various modalities of optometry across the East Coast, he discovered that the essential component of any eye exam is establishing trust and providing a safe space for all his patients, regardless of their background. He prides himself on breaking down his findings so his patients can understand the beauty of physics and the anatomy of the eye. Dr. Strange loves to travel and experience new cultures and foods in his spare time. He has two cats named Finley and Brooks, who he refers to as his sons, and he loves to play fetch with them (yes, fetch, yes, they’re cats). Dr. Strange looks forward to serving his community and building relationships with his patients.