OUR EYE DOCTORS

Dr. Johnathan Lawson earned his O.D. at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry and completed his residency in Primary Care & Ocular Disease. Before pursuing his career, he earned his B.S in Biomedical Sciences at Auburn University and his M.S. in Biology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Lawson grew up in Hoover, Alabama. He enjoys playing guitar and spending time with his wife, son, and yellow lab.       

Dr. Madonna Ghobrial is a personable optometrist dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered vision care with a strong emphasis on ocular disease management and long-term eye health. Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, she earned her Bachelor of Science from Middle Tennessee State University, graduating with honors. Her scientific background continues to shape her thoughtful, whole-body approach to eye care and patient education. She went on to earn her Doctor of Optometry and Master of Business Administration through the competitive OD/MBA dual-degree program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry, where she graduated with academic distinction.

Driven by a lifelong passion for service, Dr. Ghobrial’s approach to optometry is deeply influenced by her leadership, volunteer work, and research background. Her clinical training spans diverse settings, including the Birmingham VA Medical Center, where she cared for patients with complex ocular and systemic conditions. Whether educating patients on preventive eye health, collaborating with other healthcare providers, or serving her community, Dr. Ghobrial is committed to improving her patients’ quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based vision care.

Dr. Sean Dennis is a dedicated optometrist in the Mesa, Arizona location committed to providing exceptional eye care to his patients. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree in 2021 from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, where he developed a strong foundation in clinical and medical optometry. Follow his graduation, Dr. Dennis completed a rigorous ocular disease residency at the VA Boston Healthcare System in 2022. This specialized training refined his expertise in advanced diagnostic techniques and the latest treatment modalities, enabling him to deliver comprehensive care to his patients’ unique needs. His approach to care emphasizes patient education and fostering strong doctor-patient relationships to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their eye health. In his free time, Dr. Dennis enjoys  watching football on Sundays (Go Pats!) and spending time with his wife and newborn son, as well as his two dogs, Cooper (rescue lab) and Ralphie (golden retriever)!

Dr. Rachel Socolof graduated from MCPHS Optometry School in 2020 and moved to Arizona in 2022.

She specializes in Premium Contact Lens Consultations and fittings. In her free time she enjoys her dogs and travel.

Dr. Randall Paul enjoys working with patients of all ages and takes pride in building relationships with kind and compassionate care for every patient.

Dr. Diana Vega Hernandez is the Managing Optometrist in the Gilbert and EastMark, Arizona locations and has over 14 years of experience in the field of Optometry. She is a 2010 graduate of Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry. Dr. Vega Hernandez is bilingual and provides the highest level of eye care and patient education in Spanish and English.  Dr. Vega Hernandez  specializes in Primary Eye Care, Myopia Management, Dry Eye, Ocular Disease and Cataracts. Outside of patient care, she enjoys reading and spending time with her family.

Dr. Storbeck received his BS in Biology from Wilkes College,  and earned his Doctor of Optometry from Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1987. Dr. Martin Storbeck brings many years of experience to WPOG. He worked as an Optometrist in the State of New Jersey for over 30 years, and moved to Arizona in 2022. Dr. Storbeck received his BS in Biology from Wilkes College, and earned his Doctor of Optometry from Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1987. Dr. Storbeck is licensed by The State of New Jersey Board of Optometry as well as the Arizona Board of Optometry in the treatment of eye disease with both topical and oral pharmaceuticals.

Dr. Matthew Lopez is the Managing Optometrist in the Peoria, Arizona location and has over 10 years of experience in the field of Optometry. He is a 2012 graduate of Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry. Dr. Lopez delivers the highest level of Eye Care, Vision Improvement and Patient Education. Dr. Lopez specializes in Dry Eye, Refraction, Ocular disease and Cataract. Outside of patient care, he enjoys sports, outdoor activities and spending time with his two children

Dr Jason Pick is the Managing Optometrist at the Scottsdale, Arizona locations. He is a 2001 graduate of the University of Florida in Gainesville where he received his Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. He graduated as a Doctor of Optometry in 2005 from The New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA. Dr. Pick enjoys Family Optometry as well as fitting patients into contact lenses. In his free time he enjoys traveling the world and hiking with his dog.

Dr. Shale Demuth is a board-certified optometrist serving the southeast Phoenix region. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree in 2024 from Midwestern University Arizona College of Optometry, where she developed strong clinical and diagnostic skills. Following graduation, Dr. Demuth completed a residency in Ocular Disease and Low Vision Rehabilitation at the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System, further strengthening her expertise in medical management of complex ocular conditions.

Dr. Demuth is committed to providing comprehensive eye care that considers the patient’s overall health, with a particular focus on the connection between systemic conditions and ocular health. She emphasizes patient education and visual function, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their vision and eye care. In her free time, Dr. Demuth enjoys hiking around Arizona’s scenic trails and reading books.

Dr. Cunegin began her training at The Ohio State University where she completed her first Bachelor’s degree. She went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Vision Science, a Certificate of Business, and her Doctor of Optometry degree. While attending Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, she completed an internship at The Eye Care Institute in ocular disease and in the diabetic and macular degeneration clinic. Her externships included a private practice in Delray Beach, Florida, and a hospital-based externship at the W.J.B. Dorn Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Columbia, South Carolina. Following this, Dr. Cunegin was selected for a residency program at the James H. Quillen Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Mountain Home, Tennessee specializing in primary care and ocular disease.

She began playing piano at the age of 5, enjoys traveling, cooking, and being outdoors. On a sunny day, you will find her running, hiking, or gardening. Additionally, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Matthew. She became an optometrist to help others live their optimal lives by enhancing/preserving the gift of sight. She was inspired to do so by her mother (with a background in health care) and by her own family optometrist when growing up.

Dr. Dina Yousif grew up in Michigan, where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science from Oakland University. She then earned her Doctorate of Optometry from the InterAmerican University. She completed her doctoral thesis on corneal health, further enhancing her expertise in treating ocular surface disorders, including dry eyes.

Now based in Scottsdale, Arizona Dr. Yousif is committed to ensuring each patient receives the highest quality of care, with a focus on personalized solutions to improve both vision and overall eye health. Whether through comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, or the treatment of eye conditions, she is dedicated to meeting individual patient needs.

Outside of clinic she enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially her two baby nephews.

I was born in Texas, but grew up in Tulsa, OK.  In 2012, I graduated suma cum laude from Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, OK with a degree in Cellular Biology. I went on to attend NSU for optometry school as well. I chose optometry because I’m called to help people and this field allows me to do just that. My hope is to give my patients the best tools to improve their vision and overall quality of life.

Dr. Mileski is a residency trained optometrist with over 21 yeaers of experience.  He has served as chief of Optometry Services at US Airforce Hospital in RAF Lakenheath, England.  Has also served as U.S. Air Force Medical Clinic, Kirtland AFB, New Mexico and more recently at the U.S. Air Force Clinic, USAF Academy, Colorado. He has been a Fellow, American Academy of Optometry (FAAO), since 2004. Dr. Mileski is passionate about providing outstanding eye care to our patients.

Dr. Naguib is a primary eye care physician that provides comprehensive eye exams and specializes in the treatment of ocular disease with experience in pre-operative and post-operative cataract and refractive surgery. He manages various conditions such as dry eye, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and other ocular diseases. Dr. Naguib attended the University of Toronto prior to Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale for Optometry.

His post-graduate training consisted of an externship at the Orlando Veterans Affairs Hospital Lake Nona and Kasten Eye Surgery Center. Dr. Naguib concluded several medical internships in the Ft. Lauderdale prior to completing a one-year medical residency at Newsom Eye in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Naguib has participated in several medical service mission trips with the Fellowship of Christian Optometrists group in Bolivia, Egypt and Nicaragua.

Outside of the clinic you may find him participating in recreational basketball leagues. Dr. Naguib is fluent in both English and Arabic.

Dr. T as we like to call him, is originally from Tallahassee, FL and obtained a bachelor’s degree (Chemistry) from Cameron University in Oklahoma, a bachelor’s degree in Vision Science and a Doctorate of Optometry Degree from the Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry in Ft. Lauderdale in 2006. Dr. Tabatabai has worked in various modes of private practice and corporate optometry with special interests including contact lenses, myopic management, emergency eye care and community eye care. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with family and his dogs, attending sporting/community events and practices in the hobby of autograph collecting. Dr. T has been caring for the Jacksonville community since 2007 when he joined Pearle Vision and he looks forward to caring for your eyes and that of your family and friends for years to come.

Originally from Denver, Colorado, Dr. Moran played baseball in college, enjoys lifting weights, and playing pickleball. “I chose optometry because I truly love giving people the tools to optimize their vision. I also love the energy of the optometry office.” We are grateful that Dr. Moran has chosen our sunny Jacksonville community to call home. 

Dr. Womack grew up in a small town in Northwest Georgia where his family still resides. In 2002, he graduated from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. He has been a doctor in the Pearle group since 2012 in Jacksonville, FL. In 2017, he accepted the role as Chief Medical Officer for West Point Optical Group/Family First Vision Care. Dr. Womack and his wife recently relocated to the Atlanta area to be closer to family. “We are so excited to be here, and I look forward to serving the patients in Canton.”

Dr. Amy Chiu, OD received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at the University of Memphis. After a career in graphic design, she changed her focus to helping people see. She worked as a vision therapist while pursuing her Doctor of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. Dr. Chiu has been practicing at the Pearle Vision in Cartersville since 2004. She provides primary eye care, contact lens fitting and evaluations, and diagnosis and management of eye diseases. She also treats red eyes and minor eye injuries like ocular infections and foreign body removals. She is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Georgia Optometric Association.

In her free time, Dr. Chiu enjoys cooking, going to concerts, creating art, and spending time with family, friends, and dogs.

Dr. Goncalves was raised in Long Island, New York and received his undergraduate and medical education at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. He completed his optometry degree at SUNY in New York City in 1997. Dr Goncalves completed his training at the Newington VA Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut and the Omni Eye Services in Atlanta, Ga. He has received numerous awards and is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish.

Dr. Rob Chopra began practicing in Chicago for many years before moving to Atlanta in 2022. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Kentucky and completed his doctorate at The Southern College of Optometry, which included clinical rotations at the Clayton Eye Center in Morrow, GA and Malcolm Grow Medical Center at Andrews Air Force Base. Dr. Chopra specializes in primary eye care, contact lenses, including the diagnosis and management of eye allergies, dry eye, eye infections, cataracts, macular degeneration. He has a special interest in nutrition and how it relates to not only ocular health but overall health and well-being.

In his spare time Dr Chopra enjoys playing tennis by staying active in ALTA leagues, traveling, spending time with friends and family and nonprofit work.

Born in Evansville IN, graduated from Bosse HS, University of Southern IN, and the IU School of Optometry. In my spare time I do weight lifting, running, boxing, and yoga as well as gardening. Other interests include attending concerts and hiking.

Dr. Alberts was a highly recruited student athlete. She received a full ride to the University of Missouri St. Louis for basketball and softball and was accepted into their 3+4 program for Optometry school through their Pierre Laclede Honors College. She completed undergraduate studies in 3 years and was named the prestigious “Chemistry Student of the Year” for the entire UMSL campus her third year. She continued to be a scholarship athlete for the basketball team while completing her first year of Optometry school. She is the only person to have ever done this in the school’s history, and no one has ever done it since.

Dr. Alberts graduated from Optometry school in 2010 and was asked to be the inaugural resident at the Marion Illinois Veterans Administration hospital. She helped the Marion VA earn their residency credentials and completed her residency in 2011. She then completed her Fellowship from the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) in 2012. She then became a peer reviewed published author with her submission of “Retinoschisis: A teaching case report and literature review” to the Journal of Optometric Education. She continued to strive to be the best Optometrist for her patients and passed the Advanced Competency in Medical Optometry (ACMO) exam, became a Certified Diabetic teleretinal reader, and loved her role as Adjunct Faculty with Indiana University School of Optometry. Furthermore, she was an expert witness in a felony DUI case where she successfully defended that monovision contact lenses are not only visually inferior, but dangerous in the 3-dimensional world we live in.

Most recently, she completed her laser certification and lesion removal credentials, keeping her up to date with full scope Optometry. Dr. Alberts’ passions include full scope medical optometry such as red eyes, macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, and dry eyes. She loves fitting multifocal contact lenses and takes pride in giving children their highest visual performance for both school and sports.

Dr. Kelli Payne received her Bachelors of Science degree from Chadron State College in Nebraska. In 2016, she received her Doctorate of Optometry from Indiana University School of Optometry. Prior to graduation, she completed clinical rotations at John-Kenyon Eye Center in Louisville, KY, Evansville VA Hospital and the IU Optometry clinics in Indianapolis and Bloomington. She then moved to the Evansville area and has been seeing patients since her graduation. She provides comprehensive eye exams as well diabetic eye exams, pediatric eye exams, and contact lens exams. She also performs minor procedures such as foreign body removal. She is certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry. When she is not seeing patients, she enjoys crafting, quilting, baking and playing with her four-legged, furry children.

Dr. Jill Warfield-Ziegert has a special interest in treating ocular diseases, fitting routine and specialty contact lenses, pre- and post-surgical cataract and Lasik management, diabetic eye exams, treating eye infections, and providing patient-centered comprehensive eye care. Dr. Warfield-Ziegert has been practicing optometry in the Michiana area for 30 years and looks forward to providing exceptional eye care to you and your family as part of Pearle Vision. Dr. Jill Warfield-Ziegert received her Doctor of Optometry degree and Bachelor of Science in Visual Science degree from Illinois College of Optometry. She completed an externship in hospital-based optometry at Cleveland VA Medical Center that enabled her to gain valuable skills and experience in cataract co-management. Dr. Warfield-Ziegert enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children.

Dr. Benjamin Kolle graduated from The University of Houston College of Optometry in 2012. To be closer to his wife’s family, he moved to Ohio in 2017. Since then he has been with the Family First Vision Care and West Point Optical Group to call the Pearle Vision Eastgate his home store. Dr. Kolle also supports Family First Vision Care across Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky.  He loves helping people with their vision and ocular health needs. After work, he enjoys spending time with his kids and participating in outdoor activities.

It is my goal to provide thorough and comprehensive eye exams while fully addressing all my patient’s concerns. I want to help my patients see their best in the present by providing them with the optimum choices for glasses, contacts, or surgical solutions for their unique vision needs. I also aim to keep my patients seeing their best in the future by carefully screening for and managing vision threatening conditions. I look forward to working with you to manage your vision and eye health.

Dr. Alberts was a highly recruited student athlete. She received a full ride to the University of Missouri St. Louis for basketball and softball and was accepted into their 3+4 program for Optometry school through their Pierre Laclede Honors College. She completed undergraduate studies in 3 years and was named the prestigious “Chemistry Student of the Year” for the entire UMSL campus her third year. She continued to be a scholarship athlete for the basketball team while completing her first year of Optometry school. She is the only person to have ever done this in the school’s history, and no one has ever done it since.

Dr. Alberts graduated from Optometry school in 2010 and was asked to be the inaugural resident at the Marion Illinois Veterans Administration hospital. She helped the Marion VA earn their residency credentials and completed her residency in 2011. She then completed her Fellowship from the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) in 2012. She then became a peer reviewed published author with her submission of “Retinoschisis: A teaching case report and literature review” to the Journal of Optometric Education. She continued to strive to be the best Optometrist for her patients and passed the Advanced Competency in Medical Optometry (ACMO) exam, became a Certified Diabetic teleretinal reader, and loved her role as Adjunct Faculty with Indiana University School of Optometry. Furthermore, she was an expert witness in a felony DUI case where she successfully defended that monovision contact lenses are not only visually inferior, but dangerous in the 3-dimensional world we live in.

Most recently, she completed her laser certification and lesion removal credentials, keeping her up to date with full scope Optometry. Dr. Alberts’ passions include full scope medical optometry such as red eyes, macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, and dry eyes. She loves fitting multifocal contact lenses and takes pride in giving children their highest visual performance for both school and sports.

Dr. Zawadzki received her Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology with a minor in Business from Montclair State University. Prior to attending optometry school, she gained five years of hands-on experience as a technician/scribe across two different optometry practices and continued working part time during her doctorate. She completed her Doctor of Optometry at New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA and returned to New Jersey to complete an additional residency at Omni Eye Services in NJ/NY which specializes in ocular disease and surgical co-management.

During her residency, she worked extensively in a medical setting managing and treating conditions such as glaucoma, diabetes, cataracts, corneal ulcers, and retinal disease while collaborating closely with both optometrists and ophthalmologists.

In her free time, she treated her own patients prescribing glasses and contacts in Wayne, NJ per diem, before accepting a full-time position as a Managing Optometrist at West Point Optical/Pearle Vision located in Paramus New Jersey. She’s a Bergen County native and happy to be back home while providing quality eye exams in her community. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Zawadzki loves to spend her time with family, outdoors hiking, and walking her golden retriever named Bentley.

Dr. Mannarino is a skilled and compassionate optometrist with a deep commitment to providing comprehensive eye care. A proud graduate of Steubenville Catholic Central High School, Dr. Mannarino went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Ohio State University, followed by a Doctorate in Optometry from Indiana University. With a passion for full-scope optometry, Dr. Mannarino is extensively trained in the management eye disease, including glaucoma and macular degeneration.

He also provides preventive care for systemic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes, ensuring that his patients’ overall health is well-cared for. Dr. Mannarino specializes in contact lens fittings and is up-to-date on the latest advancements in treatments for presbyopia, dry eye, and myopia management, providing his patients with cutting-edge solutions to enhance their vision and quality of life.

Outside of the office, Dr. Mannarino enjoys spending time with his wife, Tessa, their young son, Henry, and their playful puppy, Sophie. Together, they enjoy outdoor adventures and family activities that keep them active and connected.

Dr Genos received is Doctor of Optometry degree from the Ohio State University in 1990. He was appointed Director of Optometric Services in Refractive Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in 1997. During his tenure, Dr Genos developed and maintained strong relationships with many area optometrists, frequently lecturing to them on refractive surgery.

In 1998, Dr Genos became the Clinical Director for TLCVision Centers in Cleveland, Ohio. For the next 15 years, he continued to work with the optometric network in co-managing patients wanting LASIK. In July of 2018, he continued his career in refractive surgery with Dr Eippert and LVC Lasik Centers of Cleveland.

Following his desire to return to mainstream optometry, he joined Westpoint Optical in February of 2025 where he currently practices full scope Optometry.

When he is not with patients or visiting optometric offices, you will find Dr Genos on the tennis court or having fun with his wife and three boys.

Dr. Landrum has always had a desire to help people. Eye care can change lives and improve quality of life. Helping people see their very best is fulfilling. Whether it’s learning in school, working or enjoying hobbies, the vast majority of what we need is processed through our visual system. Detecting systemic conditions with ocular manifestations and collaborating with other health care professionals is vital to the health care system. Optometry is very rewarding, and I get to have a positive impact on my community! In his free time, Dr. Landrum enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, coaching select soccer, collecting Ohio State memorabilia, volunteering on local school committees, and gardening.

Tim Frye is an accomplished optometrist who graduated from The Ohio State University in 1998 after earning his undergraduate degree from Ohio University. Currently residing in Circleville, Ohio, Tim is dedicated to providing exceptional eye care to his community. Outside of his professional commitments, he enjoys staying active through regular workouts and cherishes quality time with his beloved Boxer dog. Tim’s passion for health and wellness extends beyond his practice, reflecting his commitment to a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

Dr. Benjamin Kolle graduated from The University of Houston College of Optometry in 2012. To be closer to his wife’s family, he moved to Ohio in 2017. Since then he has been with the Family First Vision Care and West Point Optical Group to call the Pearle Vision Eastgate his home store. Dr. Kolle also supports Family First Vision Care across Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky.  He loves helping people with their vision and ocular health needs. After work, he enjoys spending time with his kids and participating in outdoor activities.

Dr. Jody Mathews grew up in Worthington and received a B.S. with honors in 1990 from The Ohio State University. She took several years off to raise her daughters before earning her Professional Degree. She earned her doctorate from The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 2012. She is passionate about delivering the highest level of eye care, vision improvement, and patient education. She has extensive experience with nursing home optometry, where she treated a great deal of ocular disease and low vision patients. In private practice, she  focused  on customizing glasses for patients with eye disease, contact lenses to reduce eye strain from digital devices and treating ocular disease.

Dr. Julie Hively grew up in a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio and graduated from The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 2009. After practicing in numerous states and in different practice settings, Dr. Hively and her husband decided to move home and settle in Columbus with their two dogs-Chance and Lucky. She joined Family First Vision Care/Pearle Vision in 2024. Dr. Hively enjoys reading, cooking, discovering new restaurants, travel, Buckeye football, sports and spending time with friends and family. 

Dr Cain grew up in Columbus and lives in Pickerington with his wife and three sons. He graduated summa cum laude from the Ohio State University with B.S. in molecular genetics and then attended The Ohio State University College of Optometry, where he earned his professional degree in 2001. Dr Cain has extensive experience and has practiced in a wide variety of settings, including nursing homes, Lasik centers and private practice. Prior to his education and career as an optometrist, Dr Cain served four years active duty in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany. 

Dr. Harmin Chima graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Miami University. He obtained his Doctorate of Optometry from The Ohio State University and interned at the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Chima is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. He practices general optometry with a focus on dry eye, glaucoma, and myopia management.

Dr. Chima is very active in his profession. He has published multiple papers, participated in clinical trials, and has presented over 75 lectures. Dr. Chima has served as president of the Cleveland Optometric Association, and is a member of the Ohio Optometric Association and American Optometric Association. In his free time, Dr. Chima loves to spend time with his family and play tennis. He currently sees patients mainly at the Lynhurst, Ohio office.

Dr. Jeffrey Zier is originally from Cedarburg, Wisconsin (a suburb of Milwaukee).  He obtained his bachelor’s degree in biology from Indiana University – Bloomington. Dr. Zier earned a Bachelor of Science in Visual Sciences (1995) and OD degree (1997) from the Illinois College of Optometry.  His special interests are contact lenses and sports vision.  In his spare time he enjoys baseball, golf, fantasy football and spending time with family

Dr. Jonathan Pflueger is certified in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, as well as cataract co-management and refractive surgery consultation. He is a graduate of Miami University with a degree in chemistry, and graduated from the OSU College of Optometry, and completed his residency at the Omni Eye Services in Rhode Island.  Dr Pflueger resides in Loudonville, Ohio with his wife of 34 years.  In his spare time outside of the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, which includes his son, daughter, and new grandson!  His hobbies include woodworking, making and listening to music, and spending time outdoors.

Dr. Bell received her undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh and her Doctor of Optometry degree from The Ohio State University in 1994. She certified in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, as well as cataract co-management and refractive surgery consultation. She has had extensive hands on training, working with a prominent local Ophthalmologist in surgery for 5 years and taught at the OSU College of Optometry for 7 years.

Dr. Bell resides in Dublin, Ohio. When she is not busy with her practice, she enjoys scuba diving, racquetball, and wakeboarding with her husband of 30 years.

Dr. Le Lam received her Bachelor of Visual Science and Doctor of Optometry from Southern California College of Optometry. She also completed a hospital-based residency in ocular disease at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center and worked there part-time from 2010 to 2025. To further her optometry training, Dr. Lam completed an intense candidacy process that earned her the prestige of becoming a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry.

Dr. Lam has been with Pearle Vision for over twenty years. She has a special interest in treating ocular diseases and dry eyes, co-managing pre- and post-op cataract and LASIK, fitting contact lenses, and providing diabetic eye exams and primary eye care.

Dr. Lam loves being an optometrist and is grateful for the opportunity to help her patients see clearly while protecting their long-term vision.

When she is not in the office, you can find Dr. Lam spending time with her husband and their two grown children. She enjoys reading, attending church, traveling, hiking, golfing, and swimming.