Our Doctors

Undergraduate Education: Northeastern State University 2015. Optometry School: University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Optometry 2020. Certifications/Awards: Anterior Segment Laser. How are you impacting your local Community or helping your patients live their best lives? As an Optometrist, I strive to educate every patient thoroughly about their ocular and visual health for them to truly understand how imperative it is for them to have a yearly comprehensive eye exam. Hobbies/Interests: I love anything to do with being outside in the fresh air and the sun shining down on my face.

Dr. Bruce Mathie received his optometric education at The Ohio State University graduating with a Doctor of Optometry degree. He is a member of the Ohio Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association, and serves as a clinical examiner for the National Board of Examiners in Optometry. Dr. Mathie practices full scope optometry with a special interest in the treatment and management of ocular disease and glaucoma. Locally, he is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, Faternal Order of Eagles and BPO Elks.

Dr. Mattu was born in Dallas, Tx but grew up locally in Gladewater. His family has been involved in the Gladewater/Union Grove community since they moved here in 1999. He graduated from Gladewater High School in 2011, his time there included excelling academically as well as being a multi-sport athlete. Dr. Mattu made the long trek to Lubbock to attend Texas Tech University where he majored in exercise and sports sciences. During his time in college, he held various leadership positions for the service-based fraternity, Delta Epsilon Psi. His upbringing molded him to put emphasis on the value of servicing the community, which lead to the easy choice for him to stay here in Longview. Dr. Mattu graduated optometry school in 2021 from InterAmerican University in Puerto Rico. He was fortunate to have the opportunity to learn Spanish, which allows him to better serve his local community here in Texas. His knowledge of recent technology and literature in the optometric field allows him to keep East Texas up to date with the latest advancements in eye care. In his spare time, Dr. Mattu enjoys spending time at home with his family or playing with his German shepherds. He’s an avid sports fan and enjoys traveling to Dallas to catch some Mavericks games when he’s able to. You can occasionally see Dr. Mattu supporting his younger sister at various Union Grove High School events.

Undergraduate Education: Marquette University; Optometry School: The Ohio State University College of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: Wisconsin Optometric Association, American Optometric Association; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Treatment and management of ocular disease, Comprehensive eye examinations; What drives your passion for optometry? Working with people and helping them see their best. How are you helping patients live their best lives? I enjoy working with patients to find the best possible solutions for their daily visual requirements. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Ensuring all of the patient's questions are addressed, the patient understands what was found during the eye examination, and the patient is happy with the care that they received. How are you impacting your local community? I enjoy giving back to my community and complete numerous volunteer hours each year with different organizations. Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with my family, boating, reading, traveling

Dr. James Maul earned his undergraduate Engineering degree at The Ohio State University and then continued on to The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Graduating in 1982, he attained membership in Beta Sigma Kappa, the Optometric Honor Society. Dr. Maul has taken an active role in community activities. Through membership in Lions and VOSH, he continues to help facilitate much needed vision care for the underprivileged, both in Norwalk and in Nicaragua. In addition to practicing primary eyecare, Dr. Jim has a particular interest in treating and educating patients dealing with diabetes and glaucoma. He has had two articles published in professional journals and is dedicated to bringing the latest technology and research available to his patients. Dr. Maul is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Ohio Optometric Association, and is a past governor of the North Central Optometric Association.

Undergraduate Education: Ferris State University, Bachelor of Biology. Optometry School: Michigan College of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: American Optometric Association, Michigan Optometric Association.

Undergraduate Education: Nova Southeastern University. Optometry School: Nova Southeastern University. Professional Achievements/Associations: American Optometric Association, Florida Optometric Association, Broward County Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications & Specialties: General Optometry. What drives your passion for optometry? Being a part of the community. How are you helping patients live their best lives? Providing clear vision to all patient populations in the community. What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you? Knowing each patient on a personal level and seeing them grow over time. How are you impacting your local community? It has been a pleasure to see children that I have treated since they were babies, grow up and be successful athletes, students, and parents. Hobbies/Interests: RVing, Hiking, Skiing, Spending time in the outdoors in general.

Undergraduate Education: Michigan State University. Optometry School: Southern California College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? By providing comprehensive eye examinations for all ages. Making sure patients are seeing their best so they can do their best. Maximizing of visual efficiency. Emphasis is on prevention of vision worsening. Explaining my recommendations so people understand why I am proposing the treatment. Also ensuring the eyes are healthy and taking appropriate measures should they not be healthy. Hobbies/interests: Golf, DIY projects, woodworking, reading.

Dr. Brian Mays received his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Optometry from Indiana University. After serving specialized clinics in Low Vision and Primary Health Care in Indianapolis, Dr. Mays completed his residency in Ocular Disease at Omni Eye Services in Atlanta. While at Omni, Dr. Mays served as chief resident over 25 interns from optometry colleges across the nation. He is certified in therapeutic treatment of ocular infections and disease, including glaucoma. He has served on several research panels investigating new visual field testing and contact lens materials. His research on a rare form of cataract and its detection was featured at SECO. He is the recipient of Ciba Vision's Innovation in Contact Lens and Patient Care Award. He is an active member of the American Optometric Association and the Georgia Optometric Association.

Undergraduate Education: West Virginia University. Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I enjoy taking care of patients and getting to know others in my community and I look forward to continuing to provide eyecare for them and their families. Hobbies/Interests: watching my son play lacrosse, exercising, family movie nights.

Undergraduate Education: Peace college, UNC, Chapel Hill; Optometry School: Pennsylvania College of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: AOA, NCSOA; What drives your passion for optometry? Caring for my patients like they are my own family. How are you helping patients live their best lives? Helping all patients with all visual needs. I love treating patients of all ages. 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? By serving patients both in the office and at local medical events. I love to teach kids about ocular health and about optometry. Hobbies/Interests: I am a wife and mom of two active teenage boys, and a member of St. James UMC.

Undergraduate Education: North Carolina State University; Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Primary Care; What does providing a transformational eyecare experience mean to you?: Ensuring the happiness and satisfaction of all patients

Dr. McClelland has practiced optometry for 15 years. From ophthalmology co-management to primary care, he provides thorough eye exams and vision solutions, offering a full range of eye care services, from eye pain and diabetic exams to eyeglasses and contact lenses. Dr. McClelland trained at the Southern College of Optometry, where he specialized in contact lens fitting. He uses the latest technology, but also considers every patient’s history and visual requirements. Dr. McClelland knows how important your vision is to your quality of life. ‘I see each patient as a person, not just another set of eyes,” he said. Raised in Pennsylvania, Dr. McClelland is a graduate of The University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University. He is grateful to be raising his children in Fort Collins. They spend their free time enjoying beautiful Colorado’s parks, mountains, rivers and lakes.

Undergraduate Education: University of Central Florida. Optometry School: Nova Southeastern College of Optometry. ow 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: Medical mission trips, reading, spending time with my family.

Dr. McDaniel received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston in 1993. He is a therapeutic and glaucoma-certified OD to patients of all ages. As an eye doctor, Dr. McDaniel provides a wide variety of vision services, including prescribing glasses and contact lenses, vision therapy, diabetic eye exams, diagnosing and managing eye diseases, and more. When Dr. McDaniel is not seeing patients, he enjoys outdoor activities (cycling, hiking, etc.), traveling, and spending time with his wife and three children.