3 Best Eye Doctors in Akron, OH

“Dr. Lisa M. Testa completed her Doctor of Optometry and a Master of Science in Physiological Optics from The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 1990. She is a member of The Ohio Optometric Association, The American Optometric Association, Vision Source, and Cleinman Performance Partners. Dr. Lisa M. Testa has been in practice since 1990 and offers comprehensive eye care services, in-demand lenses, and frames to Akron and the surrounding communities. Testa is an active member of St. Francis de Sales Church in Coventry and the Parish Picnic Committee and is currently a choir member. She served on the Board of TLC Laser Centers, as a Zone Governor, and as the membership chairman for the Ohio Optometric Association. She provides free eye exams to needy people.”

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“Dr. Thomas Handel graduated with honors from the Ohio State University College of Optometry in 1987 and has over 33 years of experience as an Optometrist. Thomas Handel is a member of the Optometric Honor Society Beta Sigma Kappa, the American Optometric Association, the Ohio Optometric Association, and the American Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control. Dr. Handel opened The Handel Vision Clinic in Fairlawn in 2003. He prides himself on using technologies to boost the patients' eye exam experience and help doctors correctly test the eyes. Dr. Handel is available in the Green, Fairlawn, and Newton Falls offices.”

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“Dr. Peter Schmid earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Superior and his Doctor of Optometry degree at the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago. After graduation, Dr. Schmid achieved an ocular disease residency at the Cleveland VA Medical Center. With more than 23 years of diverse experience, especially in Optometry, Dr. Schmid performs comprehensive primary care ocular examinations, fits contact lenses, and co-manages post-operative cases, including cataract and refractive surgery patients. He also evaluates and treats patients with macular degeneration, diabetes, glaucoma, and other eye diseases. His professional memberships include the American Optometric Association, Beta Signa Kappa Honor Society, and Ohio Optometric Association, and he is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. He is a past examiner with the National Board of Examiners of Optometry and a participant in the InfantSee and Vision USA programs.”

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