Our Doctors

Undergraduate Education: Binghamton University. Optometry School: Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? Following completion of ocular disease residency Dr. White is passionate about providing exceptional optometric care to all patients including routine eye care, contact lenses, diabetic eye examinations, glaucoma, and ocular disease management. Hobbies/Interests: running, hiking, cross country skiing, kayaking, and playing golf.

Undergraduate; George Mason University; 1990; degree BS psychology. Optometry School; Southern College of Optometry 1994; degree OD optometry. Hobbies/Interests: Hiking, yoga, pickleball, going to church on Sundays, and spending time with family and friends.

Undergraduate Education: B.A. in Geology, Earlham College. Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: American Optometric Association (AOA), Michigan Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Primary Care Optometry. What drives your passion for optometry? As a glasses wearer since the age of two, I have experienced the benefits of quality eyecare. It is my hope to “pay it forward” by providing high level care to the people of my community. How are you helping patients live their best lives? By taking the time to identify my patients’ needs and providing solutions, I can help patients live their best lives. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? A transformational eyecare experience means providing a high level of care that exceeds all expectations, giving each of my patients the best eye exam they have ever had. How are you impacting your local community? I love being the neighborhood optometrist, taking care of the needs of the families in the community where I live. I love it when I hear kids at a school pickup tell their friends, “That’s my eye doctor!” It doesn’t get much better than that. Hobbies/Interests: I love spending time with my family, doing DIY house projects, playing instruments (hand drums and didgeridoo), and napping.

Undergraduate Education: UNC-Chapel Hill; Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Materials and Engineering. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Class of 2003. The reason I became an optometrist is: I have always been drawn to putting others' needs before my own...it is both a blessing and a curse! I wanted to become involved in-patient care where I could follow patients for many years...and I have done that for sure...for almost 20 years now! (25 years if you count from working in the offices before, I became a doc!) My favorite part of helping my patients is: There are not many things much more rewarding than giving the gift of sight. To know that a patient's life has been improved by improving their vision is a wonderful thing, and I love being a part of that! In my spare time, I enjoy: I love spending time with my wonderful husband and our three awesome kiddos...we have a crazy and busy life! Our children are heavily involved in musical theatre, and when we are able, we love spending time at the beach riding the waves and watching the beautiful sunsets.

Undergraduate Education: B.S. in Public Health Education from The University of NC at Greensboro Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry Certifications/Awards: College of Optometrists in Vision Development Award for Excellence in Vision Therapy, CooperVision MiSight® 1 day/ Paragon CRT® certified Hobbies/Interests: Cruising, Solo traveling enthusiast, Education How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I aim to improve access to quality eye care while helping my patients understand the connection between their systemic and ocular health. I am sincerely devoted to providing individualized and compassionate care to pediatric, neurodivergent, and people with disabilities and their families. I look forward to serving you!

Undergraduate Education: Indiana University; Optometry School: Indiana University; Professional Achievements/Associations: AOA/FOA; What drives your passion for optometry: Optometric practice offers a unique opportunity to be a primary care gatekeeper. How are you helping patients live their best lives? Crisp, clear vision is what most patients seek but often a comprehensive eye exam reveals health issues that could impact their whole health. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients. How are you impacting your local community? I was in private practice serving my community for 30 years and now with MED I can continue that with greater resources and flexibility. Hobbies/Interests: Sailing, literature, video games too!

Undergraduate Education: The Pennsylvania State University – BA; The Pennsylvania College of Optometry – BS. Optometry School: The Pennsylvania College of Optometry- 1987 - Doctor of Optometry. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of the American Optometric Association; Member of the Virginia Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: General optometry and contact lens fitting; MiSight certified. The reason I became an optometrist is: I became an optometrist to provide eye care and optical solutions to my patients. I was mentored by my family optometrist who worked with the local medical community to provide excellent visual health care, and who provided the most current contact lens and optical options to his patients. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Engaging with each patient as an individual and finding the solution to their ocular or visual needs. In my spare time, I enjoy: Spending time with my family, travel, hiking, playing tennis, horseback riding, and reading.

Dr. Jennifer Willcox was born and raised in Memphis, TN. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Memphis with a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics. She received her doctorate from Southern College of Optometry and graduated magna cum laude. In optometry school, Dr. Willcox was invited to become a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa honors society, and served on the council for the Student Society of the Tennessee Optometric Association. As a student, she received the William Feinbloom award for her clinical skills and was chosen to present research at the annual American Academy of Optometry meeting. After graduation from optometry school, Dr. Willcox completed her residency in Ocular and Refractive Surgery at Toyos Clinic in Germantown, TN. While at Toyos Clinic, she was responsible for the co-management and counseling of patients undergoing cataract and LASIK surgery, as well as diagnosis and treatment of ocular pathology. Dr. Willcox has published research regarding novel methods of dry eye treatment in the Journal of Photobiomodulation, Photomedicine, and Laser Surgery. She is Board Certified by the American Board of Optometry, and is an active member of the American Optometric Association and the Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians. In her free time, Dr. Willcox enjoys traveling, scuba diving, cheering on the Memphis Tigers, and spending time with her husband, Tadd, and their two boys, Harrison and William.

Dr. Williams obtained her Bachelor of Science from Indiana University and earned her Doctorate in Optometry at the Illinois College of Optometry. Dr. Williams is a Therapeutic Optometrist. She is licensed in Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.

Undergraduate Education: Colorado State University, BS in Biology, Minor in Anatomy & Neurobiology/. Optometry School: Pacific University College of Optometry. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: I have a special interest in myopia management and specialty contact lenses. I have certifications in Wave, Paragon CRT and MiSight lenses. The reason I became an optometrist is: I experienced an injury that put me in the care of optometrists and ophthalmologists at a very early age. Because of my own experiences and the care, I received, I developed a love for the field. It’s important to me that my patients feel well taken care of and that I continue to learn the best ways to facilitate their vision outcomes. Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy spending time with my 3 boys hiking, tubing, and exploring Colorado.

Undergraduate Education: Lycoming College, Bachelor's of Science in Biology; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry; Professional Achievements and Associations: Clinical Field Director with MyEyeDr; The reason I became an optometrist is because I enjoy the opportunity to help my patients and my community in such an important way. In my spare time, I enjoy cycling, reading, and time with my family. My favorite part of helping my patients is finding personalized solutions for each patient’s vision demands.

Undergraduate Education: BS Degree in Biology at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. Optometry School: The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry; Class of 2002. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association; Alabama Optometric Association; Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce “Small Businessperson of the Year” 2012. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: I provide primary eye care for the entire family. The reason I became an optometrist is: I became an optometrist to help enhance people’s life through maintaining and preserving their most precious sense-vision. My favorite part of helping my patients is: My favorite part of helping my patients is seeing their smiles when I can enhance their vision and thus their lives. In my spare time, I enjoy: Spending time with my three children (Sarah, Ava, and Reed) and travel.

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. Jason Witters graduated from The Ohio State University College of Optometry. He completed his residency at the University of Alabama School of Optometry. His postgraduate studies include advanced ocular therapeutics, cataract, glaucoma and refractive surgery management.

Dr. MacKayla Wolfe received her Doctor of Optometry degree in 2024 from the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago, Illinois. She spent her externship year at Michiana Eye Center in Mishawaka, Indiana, Jackie Walorski VA Clinic in Mishawaka,IN and MyEyeDr in Westfield, IN. She served on the board for College of Optometrists in Vision Development, Neuro-Ophthalmic Rehabilitation Association and American Association of Optometrists. Throughout her four years of optometry school she was also involved in assisting with numerous vision screenings with DePaul University Athletics as well as serving as a technician in the pediatric department at Illinois College of Optometry. She is originally from LaOtto, IN and moved to Muncie, IN to obtain her undergraduate degree and then later moved to Chicago, Illinois to obtain her doctorate. She decided to move back to the Northern Indiana area to begin her career.

I am an graduate of Skidmore College and the SUNY College of Optometry. I’m doing my best to impact my local community by providing top notch eye care. I respect everyone’s time and will serve my patients promptly and efficiently. I also serve my local community through other non-profit organizations helping to provide funding, education, and services to those in need. When I’m not doctoring or parenting my three children, my hobbies include music, building high end computer systems, gaming, and community service.

Undergraduate Education: Bachelor’s In science at the University of Maryland College Park. Optometry School: SUNY State College of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: MOA, National Board of Examiners in Optometry. What drives your passion for optometry? The ability to help people achieve their best vision and promote ocular health through educating my patients. How are you helping patients live their best lives? The gift of sight can so easily be taken for granted. Educating patients on the need for annual eye exams to monitor ocular health and seeing their reaction to how their systemic health can affect their vision is priceless. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? A transformational Eyecare experience means I have delivered a quality eye exam with a good chair side manner. I’ve connected with the patient and made them feel their ocular health and visual needs have been addressed to the best of my ability. Hobbies/Interests: I love hiking and spending time with my family.

Dr. Ryan Wooldridge is a Colorado Springs native. He completed his bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, and then proceeded to the University of Houston, College of Optometry where he graduated summa cum laude. Prior to optometry school, Dr. Wooldridge worked as an optician for three years and gained valuable knowledge which allows him to provide the highest quality refractive care. His interests include refractive care, contact lenses, LASIK co-management, and medical optometry including red eye management. Dr. Wooldridge has a passion for helping people which was developed early in life and was strengthened when he went on 2 separate medical mission trips, once to Panama, and once to Nicaragua. During his time off, Ryan enjoys traveling, exploring the Denver and Boulder areas with his fiancé who is a residency trained optometrist and catching up with his Colorado friends and family.