Our Doctors

Undergraduate Education: Oklahoma Baptist University; Northeastern State University of Oklahoma; Bachelor of Vision Science. Optometry School: Northeastern State University of Oklahoma College of Optometry; Class of 1986. Professional Achievements and Associations: Beta Sigma Kappa; Heart of America Contact Lens Society scholarship; American Optometric Association member; North Carolina Optometric Society member. The reason I became an optometrist is: I find practicing Optometry to be both challenging and personally fulfilling when I can use my knowledge in math, physics, and medicine to help my patients achieve their best vision and maintain optimum eye health. My favorite part of helping my patients is: My favorite part of helping my patients is working with my team at Myeyedr. From the friendly greeting at the front desk check-in, to the excellent and competent data collection by the technician, to my part in analyzing the data collected to make sure the patient maintains their optimum eye health and listening to each patient's vision needs so that I can refract them to their best vision, to our very knowledgeable eyewear consultant who takes my refraction and recommendations and finds the best eyewear solution for each particular patient, we all work together to help each patient in seeing and looking their best! In my spare time, I enjoy: Reading, Music, Walking, Bicycling, Traveling.

Dr. Christian Cross, originally from Arlington, Texas, is a proud Interamerican University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry graduate. With a passion for eye care, Dr. Cross enjoys seeing patients and is committed to forming strong, lasting relationships. He takes great pride in patient education, ensuring everyone understands their eye health and treatment options.

Undergraduate Education: Eastern Michigan University, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry; Professional Achievements and Associations: AOA member, NCOS member, Publication: The relationship between central corneal thickness-adjusted intraocular pressure and glaucomatous visual-field loss, Optometry 2005 Apr;76(4):228-38; Clinical Certifications and Specialities: Houston School of Optometry Residency Certificate in Hospital Based Optometry; The reason I became an optometrist is because I was always interested in science and the healthcare field. When looking for a career that allowed me to explore my interests and include a balanced family life, optometry was a great choice. I love seeing and "maturing" with my patients year after year. My favorite part of helping my patients is that moment when you get "that grin" on a kiddo as they truly see the world around them for the first time. In my spare time, I enjoy hanging out with my family and watching the Minnesota Vikings (the second part is enjoyable sometimes...).

Undergraduate Education: Texas A&M University. Optometry School: University of Houston College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? By providing comprehensive eye exams for adults and children, diabetic eye evaluation and management, contact lens fitting, ocular disease management, as well as cataract and refractive surgery management. I also provide ocular emergency care such as foreign body removals. Hobbies/Interests: Camping/hiking, reading, spending time with my husband and rescue pups.

Undergraduate Education: Tulane University. Optometry School: University of Houston College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? As a licensed therapeutic optometrist, Dr. Sherry Cui is passionate about taking the time to provide comprehensive eye care for children and adults. She optimizes your daily lifestyle to create the best treatment option for you. Hobbies/Interests: Pilates, traveling.

Undergraduate Education: University of West Florida. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? By providing comprehensive eye exams for adults and children, diabetic eye exams, contact lens fitting, binocular visual dysfunctions, and ocular disease management. Hobbies/Interests: Travel, games, and the outdoors.

Undergraduate Education: University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign; Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: American Optometric Association, Illinois Optometric Association; What drives your passion for optometry?My desire to help people see and feel their best. How are you helping patients live their best lives? I always place the patients health and lifestyle needs above all else. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Making sure my patients are able to leave happy and well informed about their vision and eye health. How are you impacting your local community? Volunteering. Hobbies/Interests: Traveling and spending time with friends and family

Undergraduate Education: The Ohio State University; B.A. Chemistry-1991. Optometry School: Inter-American University; School of Optometry; Doctorate in Optometry-1998. Professional Achievements and Associations: Member of the Illinois Optometric Association; Member of the American Optometric Association. The reason I became an optometrist is: I really enjoy going to vision therapy as a child. When I was 7 years old, I would have problems seeing double after reading awhile. I was amazed after a few months of training, not only did my reading improved, but I was no longer getting headaches after reading for a long period of time. I knew when I became older that I wanted to be a doctor and help children and adults achieve their vision goals as well. My favorite part of helping my patients is: to explain things clearly so my patients can be part of their treatment plan. There are a lot of options in medicine today that we didn't have in the past. I want to make sure my patients understand the options, so we can select the best treatment for them. In my spare time, I enjoy: walking and biking with my husband and two kids. And this last year, e learning for school with my 3rd and 5th graders. It's been challenging and rewarding all at the same time.

Undergraduate Education: Cornell University; BA, Neurobiology and Behavior. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry (NECO), 1985. Professional Achievements and Associations: AOA; CAO (Board Member 20+ years, President 2015-17); CAO Optometrist of the Year – 2014. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: American Board of Optometry, Diplomate. The reason I became an optometrist is: I loved going to the eye Dr as a kid, and I worked for my optometrist in High School. My favorite part of helping my patients is: My practice is full of families, and I have some 4 generation ones. It's fun to watch the kids grow into adults and bring me their kids. Proud grandparents bring me pictures! Part of doing good eyecare is finding out how people use their eyes at work and at home - it’s very social asking about work, family, and hobbies! In my spare time, I enjoy: Cape Cod, Skiing, Travel, Good food with friends.

Undergraduate Education: Psychology, BS; Optometry School: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: General Optometry; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you?: Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.

Undergraduate Education: B.S. Biology from Christopher Newport University; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University; P What drives your passion for optometry? My passion for Optometry came from interest in medical mission trips. I want to feel I've been able to help others. How are you helping patients live their best lives? Patients should leave the office knowing they matter. Helping provide clear vision can help individuals achieve their goals. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients. Hobbies/Interests: Anything outdoors, playing volleyball, and enjoying the beach

Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Science from Louisiana Tech University. Optometry School: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry in 2015. Professional Achievements and Associations: Graduated with honors from UABSO; Pediatric Residency from UABSO in 2016; Arkansas Optometric Association; American Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Pediatric Residency. The reason I became an optometrist is: I know what's it's like to need correction to see from a young age and how life changing it can be to get the care you need. I wanted to impact a community by helping those of all ages who have vision problems, especially the underserved pediatric population. My favorite part of helping my patients is: I love viewing every patient as a puzzle that I need to solve. I am immediately working to find out what they are having difficulty with so I can find the correct pieces to fix their problem and make their life better. I love that moment when I "solve the puzzle", whether it is patching a pediatric patient, prescribing multi focal contacts, recommending anti-glare or bifocals for the first time, or referring to a specialist. I get joy from helping my patients improve their vision and quality of life! In my spare time, I enjoy: Spending time with my family and friends, helping people with their skincare and makeup needs, reading on rainy days and fishing at my Dad's pond.

Dr. Dawson grew up farming in southern Ohio before going to Mount Vernon Nazarene College for his undergraduate studies. He then decided to pursue a career in optometry and subsequently graduated from The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 1997. After graduating he served a tour of duty with the U.S. Army in Wuerzburg, Germany as a part of the 67th Combat Support Hospital supporting missions in Bosnia with Task Force Eagle. After his time in the military he returned to the United States and purchased a single doctor practice in Springfield, Ohio. The practice grew to become a five doctor practice and in February of 2020, he and his colleagues joined the MyEyeDr family. He is married to his beautiful wife Wendi and they have 7 wonderful children. Dr. Dawson also has a life long passion for songwriting and music as well and performs often.

Dr. Dayringer earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Grand Valley State University in Biomedical Science and earned his Doctor of Optometry from the Michigan College of Optometry. Dr. Dayringer enjoys all areas of Primary Care Optometry with special interest in the treatment of ocular disease.

Undergraduate Education: West Virginia University, Bachelor of Science in Biology. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry, 2015. Professional Achievements and Associations: Maryland and West Virginia licensed, Member of Maryland and West Virginia Optometric Association. The reason I became an optometrist is: I was heavily influenced by my high school math teacher to pursue higher education. My childhood optometrist, Dr. Shawn Ricker of Cumberland, MD, who is now my Uncle, also weighed in on my career path. There was nothing sweeter than a fresh pair of clear contact lenses for a high myope like me. I am so glad I can now offer the gift of clear, crisp vision to others! My favorite part of helping my patients is: educating them on their visual needs. Whether I see a patient after cataract surgery for new glasses, refer someone out for glaucoma or successfully treat their chronic dry eye, I enjoy addressing all patient needs. If I can't help, I will find someone who can! In my spare time, I enjoy: exercising and spending time with my growing family.

Undergraduate Education: George Mason University; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Primary Care; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients.