CLARKSON EYECARE - Key Persons
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Blaire O'Brien, OD, is originally from Oklahoma and came to the University of Missouri in St. Louis (UMSL) as part of the "3+4 program" with the Honors College of Optometry in 2000. She graduated in 2007 and joined Clarkson Eyecare in 2009 as the full-time doctor at the 94 Crossing location.
Dr. O'Brien has participated in a mission trip to Paraguay providing eye care to rural underserved areas. Recently she has reduced her schedule to part-time to spend more time with her family. She lives in the O'Fallon area with her husband and two girls and is a parishioner at St. Joseph Parish in Cottleville, MO. She enjoys spending time outdoors and hiking the local trails.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Aaron Brewer, OD, is a primary care optometrist in Creve Coeur, MO at Clarkson Eyecare. Dr. Brewer is originally a "local product", born and raised in the St. Louis, MO area. He attended Truman State University and upon completion of his undergraduate degree, was accepted and attended the University of Missouri St. Louis (UMSL) College of Optometry.
After completing his residency with VA Administration, Dr. Brewer joined Clarkson Eyecare and has been practicing optometry for 14 years. Today, he provides eye care and eye exams in Creve Coeur and serves on the EyeCare Partners Medical Executive Board (MEB) as the Co-Chair of the Technology and Innovation Committee. He married and has two daughters. In his free time, Dr. Brewer enjoys playing guitar, brewing beer, cycling, fishing and rooting for the Cards and Blues.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Dr. Aaron Palmeri graduated with honors from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2024. Originally from Shelby Township, Michigan, he received his Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics from Michigan State University in 2020.
In his free time, Dr. Palmeri enjoys playing golf, going to local breweries and supporting his beloved Michigan State and Detroit sports teams.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Adis Diaz, OD, is a certified optometrist in Lutz, FL and the state of Florida joining Clarkson in December 2020. She has been practicing optometry with an emphasis on medical eye care for over 15 years. Dr. Diaz's optometric training includes pre and post-op co-management of cataract surgery and LASIK, as well as co-management of conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eyes, and diabetic retinopathy. She also specializes in fitting many types of contact lenses such as soft, toric, multifocal and hard contacts.
Dr. Diaz received her Doctor of Optometry degree with honors from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in 2007. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Cornell University in 2000. For the past year, she had been practicing in an ophthalmology practice on Long Island, NY. When not "focusing" on her patients, Dr. Diaz enjoys traveling with her husband and her three kids. She looks forward to serving the Tampa community by providing eye care in Lutz, FL.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
As a St. Louis native, Dr. Jacobs holds a deep appreciation for the community where she was raised. After earning her undergraduate degree in Chemistry from Lindenwood University, she went on to complete her Doctor of Optometry degree at the University of Missouri-St. Louis College of Optometry. Having spent the past several years living in Nashville, TN, she is thrilled to return to the St. Louis area and serve the community she calls home.
Dr. Jacobs specializes in primary care optometry, specialty contact lens fits, and myopia management. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships with her patients, improving their lives through clearer sight, and taking a proactive approach to prevent future vision loss. Her goal is to ensure every patient leaves their visit not only happy but also with an overall better understanding of their ocular health.
Dr. Jacobs loves spending time with her husband, young daughter, and their two Boston Terriers. She also enjoys quality time with friends and family, working on home DIY projects, and restoring old furniture to give it a fresh new look. When she's away from home, she loves checking out a new coffee shop, exploring the outdoors and traveling.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Alan Barber, OD received his optometry degree from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Upon graduating, he moved to Colorado where he practiced for twenty-plus years before moving back to his home state of Missouri. Dr. Alan Barber has extensive experience in comprehensive eye care, contact lenses, and ocular disease management. In his free time, he enjoys biking, hiking, and camping with his wife and three children. As an avid sports fan, he enjoys attending professional and collegiate sporting events.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Dr. Alana Keller, OD, was born and raised in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Keller attended the University of Southern California and graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in nursing. She moved back to St. Louis to attend the University of Missouri St Louis College of Optometry.
After graduating in 2008, Dr. Keller joined Clarkson Eyecare Wildwood, MO, and has been at this location since that time. Because vision is such an integral part of our lives, Dr. Keller feels fortunate to be able to work in the field of optometry which has allowed her to make a real difference for her patients.
Outside of the office, Dr. Keller enjoys spending time with her husband and 4 kids. She also likes to do crafts, travel, and read.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Alanna Kirk, OD, grew up in Brown County, Ohio, and attended Eastern High School. Dr. Kirk spent several years in Columbus, OH earning a both a Bachelor of Medical Technology and a Doctor of Optometry at The Ohio State University. She spent spent time practicing optometry in a highly disease-centric comprehensive optometric practice in Maysville, Kentucky.
Today, Dr. Kirk is very excited to continue seeing patients seeking eye care so close to her hometown. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, three sons, and their elderly dog.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Alexander Curtis, OD, is a full-scope optometrist in Cincinnati, OH at Clarkson Eyecare Kenwood. Dr. Curtis was born and raised in Indianapolis, IN, where he completed his undergraduate degree in biology at Butler University. In 2018, he completed his optometry degree at Indiana University where he was a member of Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honors Society.
Dr. Curtis has been providing comprehensive optometry in Cincinnati since 2019 and currently resides in Norwood with his wife and two Goldendoodles. Dr. Curtis and his wife enjoy watching college basketball, traveling, and playing golf. They are currently on a quest to try every brunch place in Cincinnati and welcome your recommendations.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Alfred Sugawara, OD is a comprehensive optometrist in Harrison, Ohio at Clarkson Eyecare. Dr. Sugawara graduated from The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 1981 and he has practiced optometry in Harrison, Ohio since 1983. Dr. Sugawara has also worked providing optometry while he practiced in nursing homes from 1982 until 1999.
Dr. Sugawara has four children and three grandchildren. Outside of the eye care clinic, he enjoys playing golf, going to Reds games, and spending time with his family.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Alison Parrish, OD, is a comprehensive and primary care optometrist in Fredericksburg, VA at Clarkson Eyecare. Dr. Parrish graduated valedictorian of her class at the State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry in 2005. Dr. Parrish then went on to complete an optometric residency in Primary Care and Ocular Disease at the VA Hospital in Portland, OR. She is originally from New York, but discovered the Virginia and D.C. areas when she attended American University for her undergraduate studies. Dr. Parrish particularly enjoys the relationships she has developed with the patients she has been seeing for many years.
Dr. Parrish is active in several optometric professional organizations, including recently serving as President of the Northern Virginia Optometric Society. Her time outside of work is spent enjoying raising her two sons with her husband.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Dr. Kowaleski joined Rinkov Eyecare in 2010 and has continued to grow with the Reynoldsburg eye care center as it joined EyeCare Partners in 2016 and rebranded as Clarkson Eyecare. When not in the office, Dr. Kowaleski enjoys spending time with her husband, their daughter, and twin sons.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Amanda Boscoe, OD, was born and raised in Colorado, where she found her love of hiking and the great outdoors. Dr. Boscoe graduated in 2022 with her Doctor of Optometry from the New England College of Optometry in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Boscoe's professional interests include ocular disease and routine eye exams. In her free time, she enjoys antiquing, hiking, and traveling.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Dr. Amber Karpel, OD, is a full-scope primary care optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare, providing eye care and eye exams in Wildwood, MO. Prior to her earning her Doctor of Optometry degree, Dr. Karpel received a Masters degree in Research Biology from St. Louis University. Dr. Karpel graduated from the University of Missouri St. Louis (UMSL) College of Optometry in 2000.
Immediately after graduation, Dr. Karpel joined Clarkson Eyecare and has been providing eye care there ever since. Dr. Karpel is married and has two teenage children (and a Yorkipoo) that keep her busy when away from the office.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Amber Koester, OD, is a family optometrist in Chesterfield, MO at Clarkson Eyecare. Dr. Koester attending Missouri State University for undergraduate degree and then attended the University of Missouri St. Louis (UMSL) College of Optometry.
Dr. Koester graduated from optometry School in 2002 and has provided comprehensive eye exams in Chesterfield, MO, and Minnesota. Dr. Koester has wanted to be an optometrist since she was 8 years old after getting her first pair of glasses. Her favorite thing about her job is helping children see the world clearly for the first time.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Andrea Shelton, OD is a Louisville eye doctor practicing family optometry at Clarkson Eyecare Springhurst. Dr. Shelton was raised in Hartford, KY and received her bachelor degree from the University of Kentucky in 1999. She graduated from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee in 2003 and has been practicing optometry in the Louisville area since 2003.
Dr. Shelton looks forward to continuing to provide expert eye care in Louisville, KY at Clarkson Eyecare and is currently accepting new patients.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Andrew Cormier, OD is a full-scope optometrist in Riverview, FL at Clarkson Eyecare. He graduated from Florida State University in Tallahassee with his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. After completing his undergraduate degree, Dr. Cormier earned his Doctor of Optometry from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry. After that he earned a second Bachelor's degree in Vision Sciences.
Dr. Cormier has received optometric training at the VA Hospital in Bay Pines, Florida and at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. Since graduating, Dr. Cormier has completed hundreds of hours of continuing education and is up to date on the latest in eye care. Dr. Cormier now resides in Tampa, Florida and has been involved with many different local organizations. Outside of the office, Dr. Cormier enjoys playing golf, soccer, and spending time with his family.
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- Physician
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Dr. Anita Mody (Mo-de) is an accomplished optometric physician who is renowned for her expertise in vision correction, soft contact lens fittings, and the precise diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions such as dry eye, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and myopia management for children.
Dr. Mody was born in New Jersey and moved to Georgia when she was 6 years old. She graduated from the University of Georgia and then went on to pursue her doctorate degree at Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry.
Her specializations include eye diseases, contact lenses, pediatrics, geriatrics, and primary care; reflecting her dedication to holistic eye health.
Dr. Mody was inspired to go into optometry by shadowing the field and these experiences led to her discovering the transformative potential of enhancing people's vision.
Her passion lies in patient education, where she takes joy in enlightening individuals about their eyes and making positive changes in the lives of those dealing with complex vision issues.
Beyond her commitment to eye care, Dr. Mody enjoys exploring the vibrant tapestry of Atlanta and its surroundings. She also spends cherished moments with her husband and family and indulges in dance, travel, and swimming - seizing life's experiences with the same enthusiasm she brings to her profession.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Annie Nguyen, OD, is a comprehensive optometrist in St. Joseph, MO, at Clarkson Eyecare and The Spec Shoppe. Dr. Nguyen graduated from Saint Louis University with a Bachelor of Science in Investigative and Medical Sciences and later received an Master of Science in Biochemistry and Biotechnology from the University of Missouri in Saint Louis (UMSL). Prior to attending optometry school, Dr. Nguyen performed medical research in cardiology, neurology, and psychiatry at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO.
Dr. Nguyen graduated from the Southern College of Optometry in 2020, with a Doctor of Optometry degree. After graduating, Dr. Nguyen completed a residency in Ocular Disease, with an Emphasis on Refractive and Ocular Surgery at Moyes Eye Center. In her spare time, Dr. Nguyen enjoys painting, baking, and gardening.
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- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Dr. Anthony Chiang, OD, is a primary care optometrist originally from Memphis, Tennessee and attended Rhodes College for an undergraduate degree in biology. He received his Doctorate of Optometry from The Ohio State University College of Optometry. He recently completed an ocular disease residency at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center. What made him pursue optometry was that he was greatly inspired by the optometrists he shadowed at the Church Health Center in Memphis where he was introduced to ocular diseases and discovered the many opportunities that optometry has to offer.
Outside of optometry, Anthony enjoys board games and video games with friends. He also enjoys walks and hikes in parks and dabbles in photography, but what he enjoys most is eating and discovering new food.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Dr. April Brun, OD, is a full-scope optometrist in Navarre, FL, where she also grew up. Dr. Brun graduated Magna Cum Laude from Florida State University with a degree in Biology. She attended the University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB) School of Optometry and graduated in 2011. Upon graduation, Dr. Brun moved back to her hometown and has enjoyed serving the community she grew up in.
Dr. Brun has been with Clarkson Eye Care since 2017 and has particular interests in pediatrics, vision therapy, glaucoma, diabetes and dry eye management. She cares deeply for her patients and her practice philosophy is to "treat each patient like family." Dr. Brun is married to her wonderful husband and they have two amazing children and a rambunctious Doberman.
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Dr. Saleem was born and raised in Michigan. She completed her undergraduate degrees at Wayne State University and completed her doctorate at the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago. She further obtained her residency at the Detroit VA Medical Center specializing in Ocular Disease and is practicing full-scope optometry.
In her free time, she loves biking, playing soccer, baking, reading and spending time with her husband, family and friends!
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Job Titles:
- Optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare Accepting New Patients?Yes
Dr. Ben Leonard, OD, grew up right down the street from where he now performs eye exams in Calvert City, Kentucky. Dr. Leonard's lifelong pursuit of optometry took him to Tennessee, South Florida, and ultimately back home to West Kentucky in 2012. Dr. Leonard loves to spend time in his community, previously serving as president of the Calvert Area Development Association, a board member for the Kentucky Lake Chamber of Commerce, and a term as City Councilman.
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- Butler HIll St. Louis, MO