NEWS
Congratulations, Dr. Pierce, on being one of Southern College of Optometry's 2024 co-valedictorian. Our office is honored to have you as part of our family, and the Williamsburg community is fortunate to have your knowledge and service.Congratulations to our 2024 co-valedictorians, Drs. Tori Pierce, Jessica Scheid, and Mallory Wright, on being featured in Women In Optometry's overview of 2024's top graduates from the nation’s optometry schools: www.womeninoptometry.com/2024-graduation/
www.womeninoptometry.com/news/article/class-of-2024-top-graduates-south/
Let's celebrate Ray, one of our amazing opticians, who had his birthday yesterday! Ray is exceptional at crafting accurate eyewear fits as well as delivering outstanding patient experiences as a skilled technician. Ray, we appreciate your dedication to our wonderful patients. Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday Ray!! I love my new glasses and thank you for helping me pick them out. 😄
Our fearless and amazing optician, Grace, celebrated her birthday yesterday! Grace excels at personalizing and fitting glasses that not only meet your needs but also make you excited to wear them! We are grateful for all the care you provide to our patients, Grace. Happy Birthday!
Happy birthday grace!!!! You wild woman! 💜
Dr. Pierce is a Park Scholar and alumna of North Carolina State University, where she earned her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Integrative Physiology and Neurobiology (Go Pack!!). She completed her Doctor of Optometry degree at Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN, graduating with honors as valedictorian with membership in the prestigious Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society and Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society. As part of her optometric training, Dr. Pierce completed externship rotations at the W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury, NC with an emphasis on ocular disease management and at the practice of Family Optometry in Chandler, AZ with an emphasis on pediatric vision and development.
Dr. Pierce is passionate about helping individuals improve their visual potential and maximize visual performance through routine vision care, specialty contact lens fits, acute and chronic disease management, and surgical co-management. She prioritizes building meaningful relationships with her patients and believes in providing compassionate, personalized care to address the diverse needs of each individual. Whether you're due for a routine eye exam or require specialized care, you can trust Dr. Pierce to meet your personal eye care needs.
Dr. Pierce is an active member of the American Optometric Association and a new member of the Virginia Optometric Association and Tidewater Optometric Association. She is dedicated to staying at the forefront of optometric advancements and is actively working on her Fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry.
Originally from Eden, NC, Dr. Pierce is excited to make Williamsburg her home along with her husband, Devin, who proudly serves as an active-duty Airman. She looks forward to exploring the coastal region’s unique outdoor offerings, finding a new pickleball crew, and discovering her place in the community.
Dr. Nathan Stahr is a licensed therapeutic optometrist. A Nebraska native, he completed his Bachelor of Sciences degree in Biological Systems Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2009. His passion for optometry led him to the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, where he graduated summa cum laude with his doctorate in optometry in 2014.
Dr. Stahr enjoys practicing all aspects of optometry on patients of all ages. He is skilled in conducting thorough comprehensive eye examinations, prescribing both glasses and contact lenses and diagnosing and treating eye diseases such as dry eyes, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetes-related eye issues. Dr Stahr has a special interest in utilizing specialty contact lenses to treat a variety of conditions including keratoconus and dry eye disease.
Dr. Stahr deeply values the confidence every patient has in entrusting their eye care to him, recognizing it as a profound responsibility. He is committed to honoring that trust with the highest standard of care, no matter the reason for their visit.
Dr. Stahr lives in Suffolk, VA, with his wife, Samantha, a fellow optometrist, and their two children, Hadly and Cam. He loves spending time with his family and friends.