Our Pearle Vision Waterford Team
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Dr. Brian Mann
Dr. Mann joined Pearle Vision as a franchisee in 1995. He has a unique preventive, functional & holistic approach to eye care and general health. In addition to offering comprehensive eye exams & fitting contact lenses, he has extensive training in diagnosing and treating vision related learning problems, ADD, ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Computer Vision Stress Syndrome, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Age Related Macular Degeneration. He connects the dots between lifestyle and health.
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Dr. Evelyn Wong
Dr. Wong enjoys providing care to patients of all ages. Her mission is to provide the best vision possible so that patients can continue doing things they love with ease. As systemic conditions can often present in the eyes, Dr. Wong will help you monitor the health of your eyes, and overall wellbeing. Outside of Pearle Vision, you may see her hiking outdoors, reading a book at the beach, or checking out a new local restaurant. Dr Wong also enjoys speaking Cantonese.
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Dr. Kathryn Bony
Dr. Bony specializes in general Optometry with an emphasis on contact lenses. She loves to help patients and feels honored to be your eye doctor. Dr. Bony is an avid classical music lover and a fitness enthusiast. She and her husband both love to travel whenever they can.
Our Team: Partner Practitioners
Dr. Mann believes in an integrative and team approach to complete wellness. To provide the highest level of care, Dr. Mann has partnered with the following practitioners.
Nutritionist
Sheree Wujtewicz
Sheree Wujtewicz is an AFPA Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Nutrition & Wellness Consultant, and Weight Management Specialist. Sheree guides and educates her clients to understand how nutrition and lifestyle affect the way their bodies feel. Through one on one sessions, she works with her clients to create plans that work best for them to modify their diets to focus on long-term results.
PBMT Practitioner, owner of Repair Light Therapy
Sara Jeffs
Sara Jeffs graduated from the University of Nottingham, UK in 1999 with an Honors degree in Physical Therapy. After working for both the National Health Service and private sectors, she opened her own practice in 2011 as a specialist in Photobiomodulation Therapy (PBMT). PBMT is a light therapy using lasers or LEDs to improve tissue repair, and reduce pain and inflammation.
Sara has trained with James Carroll of Thor Laser and has had tremendous success treating a variety of conditions using PBMT, with one of her most successful case studies published in two Triathlon magazines. She believes in a holistic approach to wellness, and in addition to the large amounts of positive research involving PBMT, has seen first-hand the excellent clinical results it provides. She is excited for the future of PBM Therapy in Optometry.
OPTOMETRIC VISION THERAPIST
April Barna
April Barna is an Optometric Vision Therapist with over 25 years of experience. She received her certification from The College of Visual Development (COVD) in 2010. She specializes in the rehabilitation of complex visual systems such as post-concussion syndrome, binocular vision disorders, strabismus, autism spectrum disorders and developmental disorders. She can connect with patients of all ages bringing joy and hard work to each and every session. Her extensive knowledge base has been shared while training therapists across the state. April lives in West Hartford with her husband and two cats. They enjoy hiking, travel, cooking, and fostering kittens.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Michelle Lussier
Michelle Lussier received her B.S. in Sports Medicine (1987) and Physical Therapy (1990) from the University of Connecticut. A life-time student, Michelle has completed ten certifications with Z Health® Performance Solutions. Z Health’s ® neurologically based education system has provided a bottomless tool box which to draw in order to integrate optimally functioning vision, vestibular and proprioceptive systems.
Michelle uses a brain-based approach to rehab, photobiomodulation (the application of red and near infrared & violet light to increase production of cellular energy, create neurological pathways for reflex integration and more!) blended with over 31 years of physical therapy experience to provide hope for those individuals who have struggled to progress with traditional treatment methods.
In her free time, Michelle enjoys her family, 3 doodles & stays active through exercise & competitive softball.