Behind the Glasses

MEET OUR TEAM

Providing a curated experience for your ocular health, while offering eye accessories that provide more than just great vision.

 

Dr. Amanda Geary, O.D.

Dr. Amanda Geary, O.D.

Optometrist

Dr. Geary graduated from the Southern College of Optometry, in Memphis, TN, in 2015.  She is also a University of Central Florida grad.  She is active in her community, and served on the Pinellas Optometric Association for six consecutive years, including most recently as President.  Dr. Geary is available for routine eye care including glasses exams and the fitting of all contact lenses.  She is also skilled in medical optometry, including the diagnosis, management, and treatment of ocular disease and infection such as red eye, conjunctivitis, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and more.  

Dr. Geary is a mother of two toddlers, and a dog mom of one.  She spends much of her time with family, and enjoys being outdoors in the beautiful St. Pete sunshine, traveling to new places, and anything with live music or sports.  Dr. Geary would love to be trusted with your vision. 

Matthew Pennel, LDO

Matthew Pennel, LDO

Optician

​Matthew is a licensed optician with 15 years of experience working in patient care and optical dispensing. He enjoys helping people find the perfect fit for their daily wear, or the frame that ties your outfit together for a special occasion. He loves color in eyeglasses and will have many recommendations for styles and colors that will look great on you. When it comes to your vision through those glasses, you’ll find him to be quite knowledgeable and adept at making recommendations based on your particular visual needs, taking pride in getting you the very best quality of vision. He’s very experienced at frame adjustment and repair and will be happy to take a look at any of your glasses, whether they’ve been through the wringer or just have normal wear and tear. He will always take great care in performing the correct adjustments to give you the most comfort and stability with your eyeglasses, whether they are new or old.

Ieasha Larracuente

Ieasha Larracuente

Ophthalmic Technician

Ieasha is an optical technician with experience in eye care, glasses adjustments, and frame style.  She has been in the eye care industry for 3 years.  Ieasha is skilled in helping you find the perfect pair of glasses to compliment your own personal style, and she is always wearing a smile.  Ieasha loves a good accessory, and loves a funky or unique frame to tie things together.
 
Ieasha is our in house marketing and creative director.  She was raised locally and spends much of her free time painting and creating.