Undergraduate Education: The Citadel 1985. Optometry School: University of Houston College of Optometry 1989. Residence Omni Eye Services, Atlanta Georgia 1989-1990. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I have been providing comprehensive eye care in the New Smyrna Beach community for over 30 years. Specializing in refraction for eyeglasses and contact lens fitting. As well as ocular diseases management, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Hobbies/Interests: Fishing tournaments, boating, surfing, hiking, running, coaching track for my son and daughter and spending time with my family.

Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Science Physiology from Oklahoma State University. Optometry School: Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry (NSUOCO); Diplomate, American Board of Optometry. Impact Statement: Dr. Riley excels at determining each patient’s visual needs during their busy day. She then matches those needs with the best current lens technology to provide each patient with comfortable and efficient vision so they can excel at work and at play. She specializes in designing eyeglass lenses for patients who work on multiple computer screens. Dr. Riley also has extensive experience designing contact lenses for astigmatism, multifocals, and sports. Dr. Riley is a diplomate to the American Board of Optometry. As such, she completes over 30 hours of continuing education annually, exceeding Colorado’s requirements of 24 hours every 2 years. She is dedicated to staying up to date with changing diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for dry eye syndrome, ocular allergies, laser vision correction, cataract, glaucoma, Plaquenil retinopathy, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. Dr. Riley believes that this life-long learning is vital to preserving each patient’s eye wellness for a lifetime. Hobbies: Dr. Riley and Dr. Kleim have been married for over 20 years. They enjoy spending time with their three children. Their favorite family past time is hiking with their rescue dog Onnie. They hope to eventually hike all 63 National Parks together. Dr. Riley was a gymnast and dancer in her youth. She worked as a coach and a Level 10 gymnastics judge while completing her optometric education. She still enjoys yoga and indoor rock climbing. She also enjoys Oklahoma State Cowboys football and shares an interest in history with her father.

Undergraduate Education: Siena College. Optometry School: SUNY College of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: AOA, NYSOA.

Undergraduate Education: Catholic University of America. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: Member of National Glaucoma Society, American Optometric Association, Connecticut Association of Optometrists. Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Dry Eye and Ocular Surface Diseases, Glaucoma, Contact Lenses. What drives your passion for optometry? As a child I had horrible vision. I know what it is like not to see. I truly enjoy educating patients on how to see their best. In 1999, I had LASIK and have never looked back. How are you helping patients live their best lives? As a dry eye sufferer and successful LASIK patient, I guide patients to the best treatments specific for their individual needs. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? I look to exceed patients' expectations by fulfilling their needs and educating them on the best treatment choices individualized for them. How are you impacting your local community? I'm assistant basketball cat herder/ coach. I love helping people make better lifestyle choices and supporting local charities. Hobbies/Interests: Family, Scuba Diving, Football, Rugby and Soccer.

Undergraduate Education: Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? By helping each patient find the best solution for their visual needs and providing comprehensive eye exams to help maintain their overall health. Hobbies: Enjoy spending time with my family, sports, and trying to keep up with my 3 boys.

Undergraduate Education: Calvin College. Optometry School: Michigan College of Optometry at Ferris State University. Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Completed Residency in Primary Care with emphasis is Pediatrics and Binocular Vision. What drives your passion for optometry? Having the ability to literally change how people see the world as I care for my patients. How are you helping patients live their best lives? Finding the optimum, individualized solution to allow my patients to live their best lives without being hindered by their vision or ocular health. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Addressing every patient need, big or small, with the care and consideration they deserve. How are you impacting your local community? Active participant in my church's praise team. Hobbies/Interests: playing drums and guitar, enjoying time with my wife and 2 sons, hoping to see the Lions and Tigers win.

Dr. Andy received his undergraduate degree with honors from Virginia Tech. He earned his Doctor of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, also with honors. His optometric career has included collaborating with some of the best optometrists in the nation, teaching, speaking at conferences, and blogging. He has spent most of his 25-plus year career helping thousands of patients live a healthy visual lifestyle. With the help of his wife, Dr. Elizabeth Howard, their clinic was named one of America’s Finest Optical Retailers by INVISION Magazine. The clinic also placed in Review of Optometry’s Office Design Contest. Dr. Andy enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children, Rachel and Joseph. He enjoys fitness, the outdoors, and creative pursuits such as artistry and writing.

Undergraduate Education: Murray State University, Murray, KY. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Providing comprehensive eye exams for people of all ages with a focus on ocular disease. Hobbies: Spending time with family, reading, and enjoying the great outdoors!

Undergraduate Education: Ohio University. Optometry School: The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry Contact Lens Section of the Academy AOA FOA. Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Contact Lens Section of the Academy. What drives your passion for optometry? Patient Care and Staff recognition. How are you helping patients live their best lives? Listening carefully to their needs and addressing solutions to improve their vision and wellbeing. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Smiling and satisfied patients. How are you impacting your local community? Chairman of Leadership West Volusia for 35 years to develop community leaders to meet the challenges of Volusia County. Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, Ohio State Football, Family Time.

Undergraduate Education: University of Connecticut. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Through comprehensive eye examinations to enhance and preserve my patient's visual function. Hobbies/Interests: Biking, Watching Sports, Board Games.