Dr. Mark J. Forster
Dr. Mark J. Forster grew up here in Gwinnett County and he has practiced in Lawrenceville since 1993. He performed his undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia. He then earned his Doctorate, with Honors, from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Forster was the president of the Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society and a recipient of the Ciba Vision Contact Lens Achievement Award. He was also a 4-time recipient of the Southern College of Optometry Outstanding Clinician Award. Dr. Forster is board certified by the American Board of Optometry and he is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Georgia Optometric Association, and the American Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control. He opened Forster Eye Care in 2001 with the dedication to providing excellent eye care in the friendliest environment.
Dr. Joanna M. Miranda
Dr. Joanna M. Miranda spent some of her childhood in the Philippines, Australia, and Atlanta before her family finally settled down in Charlotte, NC. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and received her Doctorate of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry. During her time there, she loved participating in week-long service trips every year, providing free eye care to the under served populations in Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. She completed her externships at Woolfson Eye Institute in the metro Atlanta area and Coastal Vision Center in Fernandina Beach, FL. She is trained in performing comprehensive exams for all ages, refractive surgery consultations, ocular disease management and treatment, and contact lens fittings. In her spare time, she enjoys trying new recipes, baking and eating desserts, staying active with her husband, and volunteering in the community.
Dr. Tyra M. Myers
Dr. Tyra Myers is a Board Certified Optometrist specializing in the diagnosis and management of ocular disease and co-management of postoperative refractive and cataract surgeries. Originally from Colby, Kansas, she obtained a Bachelors in Science Biology and Chemistry in 2005 from the University of South Alabama (USA) in Mobile, Alabama. During her tenure at USA, Dr. Myers was a member of the South Alabama Symphonic Band and pep band playing French horn.
She earned her Doctorate in Optometry in 2009 from Nova Southeastern University (NSU), Fort Lauderdale, Florida. While at NSU, her clinical rotations at Aker Kaster Eye Center in Boca Raton, FL and Omni Eye Services of Atlanta focused on ocular disease and surgical management Following graduation, Dr. Myers was selected for a clinical residency at Clayton Eye Center in Atlanta focusing on ocular disease and surgical co-management. During this residency, she collaborated along side ocular surgeons in the management of patients with retinal, cataract, glaucoma, oculoplastic, and various other ocular disprders.
Dr Myers is currently a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry specializing in anterior and posterior segment ocular disease.
Dr. Myers enjoys spending her personal time on the lake with her husband, Nathan, children Mikey and Katie, and a rowdy Labrador named Tate. She also enjoys kayaking, practicing her French Horn, glass etching, and taking care of her freshwater aquarium.
She earned her Doctorate in Optometry in 2009 from Nova Southeastern University (NSU), Fort Lauderdale, Florida. While at NSU, her clinical rotations at Aker Kaster Eye Center in Boca Raton, FL and Omni Eye Services of Atlanta focused on ocular disease and surgical management Following graduation, Dr. Myers was selected for a clinical residency at Clayton Eye Center in Atlanta focusing on ocular disease and surgical co-management. During this residency, she collaborated along side ocular surgeons in the management of patients with retinal, cataract, glaucoma, oculoplastic, and various other ocular disprders.
Dr Myers is currently a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry specializing in anterior and posterior segment ocular disease.
Dr. Myers enjoys spending her personal time on the lake with her husband, Nathan, children Mikey and Katie, and a rowdy Labrador named Tate. She also enjoys kayaking, practicing her French Horn, glass etching, and taking care of her freshwater aquarium.
Our Mission
Our office is committed to providing comprehensive eye care of the highest quality to you, your family and our community. We promise to thoroughly explain your eye health status and vision needs with emphasis on preventative care, resulting in an enhanced quality of life. Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing this care in an atmosphere of compassion and respect. Our goal is to remain on the forefront of eye care through continuing education utilizing the latest state-of-the-art instrumentation, technology, contact lens and eyewear products.
We will strive to exceed your expectations with a level of service and value that is without reservation, to ensure you will return and recommend our practice to others. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email us.
We will strive to exceed your expectations with a level of service and value that is without reservation, to ensure you will return and recommend our practice to others. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email us.
Michelle
Front Desk / Technician
Michelle has worked with Dr. Forster since 2002 as an ophthalmic assistant and has 20+ years experience in the eye care field. You'll recognize Michelle as the person who greets you with a smile from the moment you walk in the door. She handles a variety of tasks including appointment scheduling, preliminary testing and contact lens training. Michelle is originally from Michigan and transplanted to Georgia in 1989.
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Janet
Optometric / Ophthalmic Technician
Janet grew up in Michigan and has lived in Georgia since 2001. She joined our Forster Eye Care team in November 2015. Janet is skilled in many facets of Optometry and Ophthalmology. She has also been a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant since 1989. Janet enjoys taking care of our patients and building a relationship with them. She also enjoys spending time with her husband, 2 children, and 3 grandchildren.
Lori
Office Administrator
Lori grew up in New Jersey and has lived in Georgia for over 20 years. She moved to our area from Griffin, Georgia and joined the Forster Eye Care team in June of 2012. She has been in the optometric field since 1999 and has experience in all facets of the practice. She is certified by the American Board of Opticianry and the National Contact Lens Examiners. Lori enjoys spending time with her family and vacationing at the beach.