Our Doctors

Undergraduate Education: Saint Michael's College; Optometry School: Illinois College of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: American Optometric Association, Connecticut Association of Optometrists; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Contact lenses including difficult to fit cases; What drives your passion for optometry? The desire to help people see their very best for a lifetime. How are you helping patients live their best lives? By helping patients find individualized solutions to visual demands in their lives. 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? Chamber of Commerce Member, Industrial Vision Screening; Hobbies/Interests: hiking, international travel, spending time with my pet dog

Undergraduate Education: Indiana University; B.S. Ocular Sciences. Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry 1992. Professional Achievements and Associations: American Optometric Association; Georgia Optometric Association. Clinical Certifications and Specialties: Primary Care/Ocular Disease. The reason I became an optometrist is: I enjoy helping people realize their best ocular health and vision to allow them to achieve their best goals. My favorite part of helping my patients is: Hearing from a Patient that their examination and experience was very thorough, and that they learned something about the eye/their eye that they were not aware of. In my spare time, I enjoy: Spending time with Family and Friends.

Undergraduate Education: University of South Florida - Bachelor of Biomedical Science Optometry School: InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry Certifications/Awards: National Board of Examiner 2025, Student Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry 2019 Hobbies/Interests: Crafting, Video games, foodies, and travels

Dr. Binita Tailor is a comprehensive Optometrist. She earned her baccalaureate degree in Biological Sciences from North Carolina State University. She then earned a Bachelor of Science in Visual Sciences and Doctor of Optometry degree with clinical honors from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University. Dr. Tailor practiced for several years in the D.C. area alongside the region's top ophthalmologists. She then worked at an onsite clinic through UNC Healthcare in Morrisville, NC. Most recently, Dr. Tailor spent seven years in an ophthalmology practice, where she cared for patients with a wide range of eye conditions and visual needs. This diverse clinical background allows her to provide thorough, comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages. Dr. Tailor is dedicated to providing quality eye care and improving quality of life. Hobbies/interests: enjoys staying active, traveling, exploring new restaurants, coffee and spending time with her husband and two young children.

Undergraduate Education: University of Pittsburgh, BS. Optometry School: Indiana University School of Optometry, OD.

Undergraduate Education: Loyola University Chicago Optometry School: University of California, Berkeley, School of Optometry Certifications/Awards: - Residency training in Ocular Disease and Primary Eye Care - Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society Hobbies/interests: baking, watching movies

Dr. Stuart Tasman has been in private practice since 1980. Tasman earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee in 1974, his Doctor of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in 1980, and his Therapeutic Drug Certification from the University of Houston. He also is Board Certified by the American Board of Optometry. After completing internship training in primary vision care in Athens, Tennessee and Doctors Memorial Hospital he began his private practice in Acworth -Kennesaw Georgia in 1980. Dr. Tasman has been a member of the American Optometric Association since 1976 and the Georgia Optometric Association since 1980. He is past president of the Greater Atlanta and Georgia Optometric Associations and is past president of the Woodstock Rotary Club. During his career he has received the Young Optometrist of the year, Optometrist of the year, The Bernard Kahn award and the Georgeanne Bearden Award for lifetime achievement. He was also the Georgia Trustee for SECO and continues to be third party chair for the Georgia Optometric Association. In Dr. Tasmans spare time, he can be found in Neyland Stadium cheering on the VOLS, playing golf and hanging with his wife Mary, his two children Erin and Shelley, and his grandson Oliver.

Undergraduate degree: University of Delaware Optometry School: Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry Certification/Awards: Completed Ocular Disease Residency at Seidenberg Protzko Eye Associates Hobbies/interests: traveling, dancing, antique collectibles

Undergraduate Education: University of Virginia. Optometry School: New England 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; specialty contact lens fittings; acute and chronic care of ocular diseases, including glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic exams, and ocular emergencies. Hobbies/Interests: Walking; reading; and spending time with my husband and three daughters.

BS in Public Health at George Mason University Doctor of Optometry at Salus University

Undergraduate Education: Auburn University. Optometry School: Southern College of Optometry. How are you impacting your local or helping your patients live their best lives? By providing comprehensive eye exams for adults and children, diabetic eye exams, contact lens fitting, and ocular disease management. Hobbies/Interests: Working on my farm which includes raising a small herd of cattle.

Undergraduate Education: University of Alabama at Birmingham; Optometry School: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry; Professional Achievements/Associations: 2006 Alabama Optometric Association Optometrist of the Year, Past President of the Alabama Optometric Association 2003-04; Clinical Certifications & Specialties: Paragon CRT, Gentle Molding, Dry eye with Lipiflow; What drives your passion for optometry? Primarily, my grandmother passed as a result of a pituitary tumor not being diagnosed until she had lost her eyesight. How are you helping patients live their best lives? By providing the best eye health and wellness care, our patients will see their world in the best light possible. 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 have participated in a local version of Mission Makeover and Christmas Prayers to help those less fortunate afford eyecare. Hobbies/Interests: I love to golf and to travel. I am eager to see the prophetic ministry including signs, miracles and wonders return.

Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Vision Science, Ferris State University. Optometry School: Michigan College of Optometry. Professional Achievements/Associations: MOA/AOA, Special Olympics Opening Eyes. What drives your passion for optometry? My patients! It brings me so much joy to help others live a clear and comfortable life while building meaningful relationships with my patients and their families. Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy mountain biking, skiing, and exploring the great outdoors with my husband, son, and our pup Penny!

Undergraduate Education: Salisbury University. Optometry School: Pennsylvania School of Optometry. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? By providing comprehensive eye exams, diabetic eye exams, contact lens fitting, binocular visual dysfunctions, and ocular disease management. Hobbies/Interests: Outdoor activities (hiking, skiing, swimming) and especially anything I can do with my dogs!

University of Maryland Bachelor degree, Chemistry Sept. 1985 - June 1989 Salus University Doctor degree, Optometry Sept. 1989 - June 1993. Member of AOA, MOA. Hobbies: hiking, travel

Dr. Thatcher graduated from Ferris State University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Vision Science. In 2008, she earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Michigan College of Optometry. Dr. Thatcher completed an ocular disease residency at Indiana University School of Optometry in 2009. She is currently a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. Dr. Thatcher has also participated in two mission trips to Mexico. Her areas of special interest include ocular disease and primary care.

Dr. James Thirion joined MyEyeDr.in January of 2024. Dr. Thirion and his wife grew up in the Tulsa area, where they met while working their first job at McDonald’s while still in High School. After graduating and being recognized for outstanding clinical skills from Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry with his Doctorate of Optometry, Dr. Thirion began working at Will Rogers Health Center in Nowata. Dr. Thirion has been recognized at National Meetings for projects he completed regarding amblyopia, identification of skin lesions, and contact lenses.