Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Ashley C. Baker

Dr. Baker graduated at the top of her class from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. She is a board certified Developmental/Behavioral Optometry as well as being a Board Certified Therapeutic Optometrist and is proficient in the treatment and management of glaucoma and other ocular diseases.

She is the Director of the Neuro Rehab Vision Therapy Department and has a passion for helping patient's reach their visual goals. She volunteers as the Visual Performance Coach for the ETSU baseball team. In her spare time, Dr. Baker enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 children, cheering them on in their various activities.

Victoria A. Howard, O.D.

Dr. Howard earned her Bachelor of Science degree at East Tennessee State University while working at Family EyeCare Center as one of our technicians. She then attended Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee where she earned a Clincial Sciences award. Since earning her Doctor of Optometry degree, Dr. Howard is proud to return to Family EyeCare Center to practice.

She provides primary eye care, contact lens services, management of ocular diseases, and post-operative eye care. Dr. Howard also works closely with the Neuro Rehab Vision Therapy department. She is passionate about helping her patients understand their eyes and meeting each patient's unique visual needs.

Dr. Kristen J. Johnson

Dr. Johnson graduated from Kentucky College of Optometry in Pikeville, KY. She is a Board Certified Therapeutic Optometrist and is proficient in primary eye care, post-operative care, and in the treatment and management of glaucoma and other ocular diseases. She enjoys seeing patients of all ages. In her spare time, Dr. Johnson enjoys spending time with her husband, Taylor, and dog, Toby.

Dr. John F Holland, Founding Member of Family EyeCare Center

Dr. Holland began his optometry career in 1986, and he operated a successful solo practice at our current location for many years. In 2004, he and Dr. Ashley Baker joined forces and Family EyeCare Center was born. Dr. Holland retired in 2020 and enjoys spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.

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