about us
We are a full-scope eyecare center. We offer everything from glasses & contacts to comprehensive & emergency
medical exams. We do minor procedures and pre/post surgical care in-office: including LASIK consultations, Cataract evaluation, Retinal, Glaucoma, and other focused evaluations as well. Dr. Robert J. Gerdes has over 30 years of
experience. Dr. Brittany A. Kay has experience in disease management and emergency eyecare including surgical evaluation/ post-operative care. Prior to private practice, she served around clock with hospital privileges, on-call
for several local hospitals. In the rare event additional care is needed, a referral directly from your primary eyecare provider to the proper specialist is the fastest way to receiving additional care.
medical exams. We do minor procedures and pre/post surgical care in-office: including LASIK consultations, Cataract evaluation, Retinal, Glaucoma, and other focused evaluations as well. Dr. Robert J. Gerdes has over 30 years of
experience. Dr. Brittany A. Kay has experience in disease management and emergency eyecare including surgical evaluation/ post-operative care. Prior to private practice, she served around clock with hospital privileges, on-call
for several local hospitals. In the rare event additional care is needed, a referral directly from your primary eyecare provider to the proper specialist is the fastest way to receiving additional care.
OUR DOCTORS
EXPERIENCED. KNOWLEDGEABLE. TRUSTED.
DR. BRITTANY A. KAY, O.D.Dr. Kay completed her Doctor of Optometry degree at IAUPR in 2019. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Cellular and Molecular Biology at Kent State University in 2012.
Dr. Kay enjoys traveling and adventure. She has a wide range of hobbies, from hiking and scuba diving, to reading and finance. She enjoys learning new things, especially about medicine and how it impacts the eyes. She almost always wears a smile. |
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DR. ROBERT J. GERDES, O.D.
Dr. Gerdes contributions to the community of Hubbard cannot be overstated.
He provided exceptional vision care as a sole practitioner in town for over 30 years after graduating from The Ohio State University College of Optometry. He is a member of the American Optometric Association and is acting governor of Zone 4 of the Ohio Optometric Association. Dr. Kay purchased the practice from Dr. Gerdes in June of 2021. He continues to see patients on a limited basis as he slowly eases into retirement. |
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OUr caring and attentive staff are here for all your eyecare needs
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Jessica Merlo
Jessica is our front office specialist and likely the first person to greet you when you call or stop in our office. She has extensive billing and insurance knowledge and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. An avid Cleveland Browns fan and in her spare time enjoys crocheting and baking. |
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Kim Hughes
Kim is a licensed optician with 18 years of experience. She is friendly, outgoing and truly enjoys what she does. She loves educating patients and is happy to assist you with all of your eyewear needs. In her spare time she enjoys going on adventures with her husband and three children. |
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Denise Gmutza
Denise is an incredibly knowledgeable and experienced technician. She has spent time in private practice settings and also with a large retina group helping care for patients with conditions like diabetic retinopathy and macular edema. Her witty sense of humor will make you feel comfortable while she makes sure the doctor has all the information and testing needed to provide you with the best possible care. A lover of animals, she enjoys caring for her golden retriever. |
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