Education

Undergraduate Studies: Miami University, Oxford, Ohio 1982-1985

Graduate: Ohio State University of Optometry, Columbus, Ohio 1985-1989

Scope of Practice

As a fully licensed, Therapeutic Optometrist, I can prescribe medicine for all types of eye related, ocular problems. The following is a partial list of the major types of ocular Adnexa that I can treat. - Glaucoma - "Pink Eye" (Baterial Conjunctivitis) - Viral Conjunctivitis - Ulcers of the cornea - Inflammation of the eye including Iritis, Episcleritis, and Pingecula - Herpes Zoster (Shingles) - Styes - Dry eyes - Allergies - Chemical burns I can also remove foreign bodies from the suface of the eye such as metal, splinters, lashes, glass, etc.

Work Experience

Solo practice at Newcomerstown, Ohio - Office since 1991 Satellite practice at Uhrichsville, Ohio - Office since 1999 Sold Cadiz, Ohio office of ten years in 2001 Ran clinic side of large Ophthalmology Surgery Center 1990-1991

Family

Wife: Tammy

Children: Bryce(16), Abbey(16), Brent(14), Regan(10)

Hobbies

Snow Skiing, Reading, Bicycling

Charitable Focus

Member of Vision USA - Provides eye exams and glasses to low income families InfantSEE - Provides free infant eye exams Reduced fees to Lions Club eligible patients

Community Service

Childrens ministry volunteer at Newpointe Commnunity Church Member of Lions International Member of Elks International Member of American Optometric Association