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Albert O. Edwards, M.D., Ph.D. is a board certified ophthalmologist who has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. His expertise has been recognized by several agencies and publications including the list of Best Doctors in America. He has fellowship training as well as medical and surgical experience in retinal disease, uveitis, and ocular tumors. His research has been published numerous times and he holds faculty appointments at both the Oregon Health Science University and the University of Oregon. Prior to moving to Eugene in 2009, Dr. Edwards was a faculty member at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Dr. Edwards enjoys spending his free time with his wife and daughter or enjoying the outdoors. He is also an avid cyclist and when not in clinic or performing surgery can often be found on his bike.

Albert O.
Edwards MD, PhD
Retina and Uveitis Valley River Way, Eugene Book
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Baylor College of Medicine (MD/PhD), University of Illinois (Ophthalmology), Oregon Health Sciences University (Retina, Uveitis, and Eye Tumors), Surgeon at Mayo Clinic Read Bio
Ayda Porkar

Ayda Porkar earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Pacific University in 2024. Before that, she completed a Bachelor of Science at Belmont University in Nashville, TN, and a Master’s in Information Technology from Middle Tennessee State University. In 2020, she moved to Hillsboro, Oregon, to pursue her passion for eye care at Pacific University. Ayda completed her clinical rotations in various specialties including: ocular disease, dry eyes, pediatrics, specialty contact lenses, and vision therapy. During her final year of training, she worked at multiple private practices in Oregon, California, and Nevada. Ayda also completed three months of training at the Portland VA. Ayda enjoys traveling and outdoor activities. She is upbeat, easygoing, caring, and eager to help her patients.

Ayda
Porkar OD
Optometry Book
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Pacific University Read Bio

Peter Glennie, OD, graduated from Pacific University College of Optometry in 1987, and began his practice in Lewiston, ID before returning to Salem in 1992. Dr. Glennie’s practice merged with Sterling Vision in 2019, and he is excited to welcome his long-standing patients (as well as new ones) into the Sterling family. Dr. Glennie specializes in primary care optometry, contact lenses and co-management of cataract and refractive surgery. At the core of his practice is building trusted relationships and providing exceptional patient care with patience and attention to detail. He enjoys skiing, golf, basketball, wake surfing and spending time with family.

Peter
Glennie OD
Optometry Edgewater St, Salem Book
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Pacific University College of Optometry Read Bio

Vinny earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology degree from High Point University in North Carolina in 2017 while also competing for the Track and Cross Country Teams. He moved to Eugene and began working at Sterling Vision in 2019. Vinny worked with Dr. Edwards as a clinical assistant for 2 years before returning to High Point University to earn his Master’s Degree of Physician Assistant Studies. While in PA school, he completed an Ophthalmology rotation at Sterling Vision with Dr. Edwards. He was excited to accept a position at Sterling Vision following graduation to provide medical retina and eye care in Eugene, OR and the surrounding area in collaboration with Dr. Edwards. Vinny is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He spends his free time with his family enjoying the outdoors of the PNW and is an avid runner who can often be found on the running trails around Eugene.

Vincent Todaro PA-C
Ophthalmology Valley River Way, Eugene Book
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High Point University Read Bio

Justin Etzel, MD is a board-certified ophthalmologist who was raised the Willamette Valley and initially discovered his interest in medicine in high school while working as a clinic assistant at a local optometry office. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Willamette University in 2012, where he completed his thesis research as a Murdock Scholar at the Oregon Health Sciences University studying embryonic development. He then spent two years working as a research scientist at the University of Washington in Seattle before attending medical school at the Penn State University College of Medicine. His interest in eye care grew while in medical school as he participated in research projects aiming to uncover the origins of Age-Related Macular Degeneration, before graduating in 2018. Dr. Etzel completed his internal medicine internship at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland and his ophthalmology residency at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania before moving back to Oregon to provide comprehensive ophthalmologic care. Outside of practicing ophthalmology, Dr. Etzel enjoys cycling and photography, and spends most of his free time with his wife and two Vizslas camping, hiking, and traveling outdoors.

Justin Etzel MD
Ophthalmology Valley River Way, Eugene Book
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Penn State University College of Medicine Read Bio

Darrin Fleming, OD received his doctorate at U.C. Berkeley, and was on the faculty there for five years while practicing in the area. He has been in Eugene since 1995, mostly managing patients with glaucoma, cataracts, and chronic eye conditions and diseases. He enjoys working with challenging cases, and believes that communication is the most important part of what we do as eye care providers. Dr. Fleming is a member of the American Optometric Association and has served for multiple years on the board of the Oregon Optometric Physicians Association. He has represented the profession with our legislators for many years, both in the state capitol and in Washington D.C. Outside of the profession, Dr. Fleming sings in a local choir, and has acted in and helped produce several movies with local independent companies.

Darrin
Fleming OD
Optometry Valley River Way, Eugene Dr. Fleming has retired. No appointments available.
University of California, Berkeley, School of Optometry Read Bio

Vinny earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology degree from High Point University in North Carolina in 2017 while also competing for the Track and Cross Country Teams. He moved to Eugene and began working at Sterling Vision in 2019. Vinny worked with Dr. Edwards as a clinical assistant for 2 years before returning to High Point University to earn his Master’s Degree of Physician Assistant Studies. While in PA school, he completed an Ophthalmology rotation at Sterling Vision with Dr. Edwards. He was excited to accept a position at Sterling Vision following graduation to provide medical retina and eye care in Eugene, OR and the surrounding area in collaboration with Dr. Edwards. Vinny is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He spends his free time with his family enjoying the outdoors of the PNW and is an avid runner who can often be found on the running trails around Eugene.

Vincent Todaro PA-C
Ophthalmology Valley River Way, Eugene Book
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High Point University Read Bio

Nick Hedberg, OD graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in human physiology before attending Pacific University to obtain his Optometric Degree. He enjoys the technical aspects of optometry and making a difference in peoples’ lives by helping them see better. Dr. Hedberg has volunteered his skills internationally to help those in need of eye care in Ghana, Guatemala and the Philippines. Dr. Hedberg’s services include comprehensive dilated eye exams, diabetic eye evaluations, contact lens fittings, glaucoma and macular degeneration monitoring and treatment, and emergency eye treatments. Positive, thoughtful and easygoing, Nick Hedberg has a friendly, upbeat and caring personality that is adaptable and blends well with a wide range of personalities. He grew up in Eugene, Oregon and truly enjoys serving people of the community he was raised in. Dr. Hedberg enjoys weekend adventures to central Oregon or the coast, hiking, skiing, gardening, cooking, and sports, specifically his beloved Ducks. Dr. Hedberg has a son and daughter, Maxwell and Cora.

Nick
Hedberg OD
Optometry Main St, Springfield Book
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Pacific University College of Optometry Read Bio
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