Modern Eye Care Reimagined
In an era of technological innovation and increased healthcare accessibility, remote eye exams are changing how patients receive essential vision care. At Fichte, Endl & Elmer Eyecare, we’re committed to offering cutting-edge technology and ensuring your eye health remains a top priority without compromising convenience or quality.
What to Expect During a Remote Eye Exam
- When you arrive at Fichte, Endl & Elmer Eyecare, a member of our team will help you input your medical history on our secure tablet system. This information is securely transmitted to your assigned remote optometrist for review.
- Then, they will conduct preliminary screenings using our advanced diagnostic equipment to capture detailed images of your eyes, ensuring prescription accuracy.
- In the exam room, you’ll be seated at our state-of-the-art digital eye exam station, equipped with a modern phoropter and high-definition display screen.
- A certified remote technician will appear on screen to perform a comprehensive subjective refraction, which is the part of the exam when you’re asked, “which is better, 1 or 2?”. During this, our on-site team member provides hands-on assistance throughout the process.
- Following the refraction, your remote optometrist will discuss the results with you in detail and address any questions or concerns you may have.
- Your optometrist will finalize your prescription and provide any necessary referrals or follow-up care instructions, maintaining the same standard of care as an in-person visit.
- Your prescription will be printed out for you, completing the examination process.
- After your exam, you can explore our curated collection of designer frames in The Eyewear Gallery and work with our licensed opticians to select frames that match your personality and style.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our team is ready to provide additional information. Contact us to learn more about how our remote eye exams can meet your vision care needs.
Preparing for Your Remote Eye Exam
Since your exam will take place in our fully equipped exam room using our advanced diagnostic technology, there’s minimal preparation needed on your part. We recommend you prepare exactly the same as you would any other eye exam:
- Bring your current glasses or contact lenses if you wear them
- Have your current prescription information handy (if available)
- Arrive 10-15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete registration
- Bring a list of any medications you’re currently taking
- Have your insurance information and ID ready
All necessary equipment and technical setup will be handled by our trained staff at the office. Our team will guide you through each step of the process to ensure a comfortable and efficient examination experience.
Meet Our Team of Remote Doctors
Ashley Lockman
Ashley Lockman is an optometrist, living in Colorado and graduated with a Doctor of Optometry in May 2019. She has held past positions as the AOSA trustee, local PAC liaison, and a member of AMIGOS.
Before attending optometry school, Ashley graduated with a dual degree from the University of Wyoming College of Law and the University of Wyoming College of Arts and Sciences where she earned a Juris Doctorate and a Masters in Public
Vlada Straton
Dr. Straton’s education began with receiving a BA in Biology from New York University. She then went on to earn her Doctor of Optometry degree from Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University. Now with over twenty years of experience in the diagnosis, treatment and management of eye conditions and the help of the state of the art diagnostic equipment she is able to address both vision and eye health concerns of her patients. Dr. Straton is very attentive to her patients’ needs, she provides personalized care and takes time to explain all the findings.
Paul Jernigan
Dr. Paul Jernigan graduated from the Southern College of Optometry in 2002 with his Doctor of Optometry degree. He has been practicing in numerous settings since then. He started with his own private practice in 2003 serving mainly the Latino population in Kansas City for many years.
He practiced for a short time in CO because he loves spending time in the mountains as well. For the last several years he has dedicated his time in Optometry to working in the field of telemedicine full time caring for areas of underserved populations in the states of NY and MO. He lives in the mountains now and spends as much time as possible hiking and enjoying the great outdoors in the high desert southwest.
Al’Tiana Manning
Dr. Al’Tiana Carter is a Georgia native. She graduated from Valdosta State University with a bachelor’s in biology and Minor in Chemistry and Southern College of Optometry. She has a passion for ocular health and helping the community. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her daughter, family, and church.
Gillian George
Dr. Gillian George graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2004. Since then, she has practiced in various areas of optometry in both New York and New Jersey. Dr. George has expertise in primary care, dry eye treatment, and glaucoma management, and she has also co-managed numerous LASIK and cataract patients. In her free time, she enjoys reading, solving puzzles, and spending time outdoors hiking and camping with her teenage son and husband.
Terri-Ann Echague
Dr. Terri-Ann Echague graduated from Nova Southeastern College of Optometry in 2008 with a degree in Doctor of Optometry and Vision science. She began her journey as an intern at Navajo Indian Health and Omni Eye Services. Since then, she has worked at a retail optical, Lasik Eye center, and opened a private office with her husband (who is also an Optometrist).
She then spent the last 15 years providing primary eye care to her patients, including Glaucoma eye care, Cataract and Lasik pre care, and Diabetic eye care to the VA in private practice setting. Currently, she is providing comprehensive remote eye care for patients in VA, FL, CT, CO, WI, and NY. During her free time, she enjoys all things beach life, traveling, and spending family time with her husband, daughter, and kids.
Jose Cordova
Dr. Jose Cordova has close to 30 years of experience in the optical, optometric and ophthalmic field. His journey began in 1996 as an ophthalmic technician at Beraja Medical Institute in Miami, Florida. Since then he worked and gained experience on different areas of the field, while studying. In 2005 he earned an Opticianry degree from Miami Dade College. He continue his education attaining a Bachelor in Biological Sciences from Florida International University in 2011. In 2016 he achieving his doctor’s degree in Optometry from Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry. Dr. Cordova had also the opportunity to work with a pediatric Ophthalmologist specialist on strabismus also for adults.
Allison Ruehlen
Dr. Ruehlen grew up in Colorado and earned her Pacific University (OR) Doctor of Optometry degree. From Pacific University, she completed training in dry eye and ocular surface disease, diabetic eye disease, specialty contact lenses, glaucoma, and other ocular disease management.
Dr. Ruehlen is passionate about taking care of her patients while finding root causes of their chief concerns, promoting prevention strategies and developing individual treatment plans. She currently practices telemedicine with several states and works in a private practice in CO.
She loves spending time with her wonderful husband, daughter, and two kitties. They enjoy traveling, hiking, and attending local sporting events.
Manju Mathew
Dr. Manju Mathew received her BS from University of Albany and her Doctor of Optometry degree from The University of Missouri St. Louis College of Optometry.
Dr. Mathew has several peer reviewed publications pertaining to Macular Degeneration and drug therapy related to anti – virals and eyelid disease. She has also participated in a service trip with the Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity to provide eye care to under-served populations in Guerrero Mexico. When not in the office Dr. Mathew spends her free time with her two daughters and her husband.
Stephanie D’Orazio
Dr. D’orazio received her undergraduate degree in Biology from Duquesne University in 2010, her master’s degree in Biotechnology from Duquesne University in 2011, and her Doctor of Optometry degree from The New England College of Optometry in 2015. She has practiced alongside ophthalmologists and optometrists for 4 years providing primary eye care and contact lens fittings. Currently, she is an independent Optometrist providing remote eye care. In her free time, Dr. D’Orazio enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with her husband and two dogs.
Michelle Williams
Dr. Michelle Williams graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1997. Prior to this she received her Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry and was a member of the Beta Beta Beta honor society. Dr. Williams has worked in retail and private settings. Her scope includes pre- and post-operative cataract care, pre and post-operative refractive surgical care, and primary eye care with an emphasis on treatment and management of ocular disease. Dr. Michelle Williams is also an active member of the American Optometric Association. When not practicing, Dr. Williams enjoys spending time with family, traveling and playing the piano.
Ready to Experience the Future of Eye Care?
Schedule your remote eye exam at Fichte, Endl & Elmer Eyecare today. Our team is ready to provide you with the highest standard of vision care using the latest diagnostic technology.
