JOANNE LARSON, O.D., M.S., F.A.A.O
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Dr. Joanne joined Palmer Family Eye Care in 2020. She received her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of Optometry in New York, NY. In addition, she holds a M.S. degree in Vision Science from SUNY College of Optometry and a B.A. degree in Psychology from Rutgers University in Newark, NJ. She is a member and fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, and has presented at optometric conferences across the country. Dr. Joanne is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society and Psi Chi Psychology Honor Society.
Dr. Joanne provides comprehensive eye examinations and diagnoses, manages, and treats medical eye conditions and diseases ranging from infant to geriatric conditions. She has experience working in an ophthalmology practice alongside a cataract surgeon and is experienced in cataract surgery co-management. She has extensive experience in family eye care, with a passion for dry eye, pediatrics, and vision therapy. Her focus is to keep your vision as clear as possible, and to keep your eyes as comfortable and healthy as possible. Dr. Joanne has been a member of the Lion’s Club for the past 6 years. She is a member of the Cortland YWCA and has volunteered at its Annual Girls’ Day Out interactive career fair designed to engage and motivate girls in grades 4-7. She helped show girls from the community the exciting, cool things optometrists do. Dr. Joanne went on a mission trip where she helped examine, diagnose, and treat patients in Oaxaca, Mexico. Dr. Joanne has also volunteered at the Special Olympics’ Opening Eyes and screened participating athletes’ vision. Dr. Joanne is excited to be able to serve the Easton/Lehigh Valley community with their eye care. |
Gary L. Dietterick, O.D.
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Dr. Dietterick came to Easton in 1978 and started his solo practice in 1983. At that time, he also joined West Reading Ophthalmic Associates, a large multi-specialty ophthalmic practice located in the Reading area, which subsequently became Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania . In 1994, he co-founded Palmer Family Eye Care with Dr. Murray Dennis who passed away in 2004. He practices comprehensive eye care with an emphasis on anterior segment diseases, glaucoma, and contact lenses. He also does pre and post operative LASIK evaluations and cataract management.
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Dr. Dietterick attended Penn State for two years and obtained his bachelor of science degree as well as his doctor of optometry degree at Pennsylvania College of Optometry, now Salus University, in 1975. Following graduation, in June 1975, he spent two years in the Navy at Lemoore Naval Air Station in Central California, where he performed comprehensive eye examinations on military and retired personnel and their dependents, as well as fitting contact lenses and treating ocular disease. Following his military obligation, he practiced in Berwick, PA, his hometown, before moving to Easton.
Dr. Dietterick is a past officer in the Lehigh Valley Optometric Society, as well as an ongoing member in the Pennsylvania and American Optometric Associations. He is a past president and active member of the Easton Lions Club, devoting time to help the visually impaired and others.
In June 2019, Dr. Dietterick retired from Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, bike riding, exercising, and spending time with his two granddaughters.
Dr. Dietterick is a past officer in the Lehigh Valley Optometric Society, as well as an ongoing member in the Pennsylvania and American Optometric Associations. He is a past president and active member of the Easton Lions Club, devoting time to help the visually impaired and others.
In June 2019, Dr. Dietterick retired from Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, bike riding, exercising, and spending time with his two granddaughters.
Angela, office manager/contact lens technician
Angela has been an integral part of our staff since 1992. She is our office manager, as well as contact lens technician. She guides our new contact lens wearers through insertion, removal, and instruction; she is responsible for all contact lens orders. She is trained to perform visual field testing, OCT testing, and auto-refract. Angela is also responsible for patient care, including taking patient histories and pre-testing, all front desk duties, as well as patient billing and marketing.
Angela has attended Vision Expo East over the past few years to further her education.
Angela has attended Vision Expo East over the past few years to further her education.
Melissa, optician
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Melissa joined our practice in 2003. She comes to us with 24 years of optical experience. She is very knowledgeable and up to date with the latest in lens materials and options. She is very precise in her adjustments. Her warm and friendly personality make her an excellent fit for our practice.
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Rachel, optometric assistant/medical billing
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Rachel joined our practice in 2012. During your visit to the office, you may see Rachel at the front desk, during your pretesting, or if you require special testing, such as a visual field or OCT. She comes from an extensive medical billing background, both in large and small private practices. Rachel is very enthusiastic and very knowledgeable in our computer software. |
destiny, optician
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Destiny joined Palmer Family Eye Care in March 2020. She is the newest face of our practice and comes to the office with one year of optical experience. In her spare time, she enjoys photography and spending time with friends and family.
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