Our Staff
DEBbie Stanley C.P.O., technician team captain
Debbie is a certified paraoptometric and has been head of the technician department for over a decade. Debbie is kind and patient, and an outstanding coordinator for our clinic. She is a native of East Providence and fluent in Portuguese.
Brenda cabrera, Office coordinator
Brenda joined the practice in February 2017. She has been working here for 6 years. Brenda has 4 of Optometry experience prior to this. She has knowledge in contact lenses and optical. She is native of Pawtucket and a fluent Spanish speaker
Bruce Ritenour, assitant director of operations
Bruce joined the practice in June 2023 after relocating from Florida to Rhode Island. With over 15 years of management experience, he oversees the optical department, where he is responsible for crafting lenses and delivering exceptional, friendly service to patients.
Karissa Maciel, optician
Karissa originally went to school to become a medical assistant specializing in optometry. She ended up doing an internship at an optometry office where she learned her skills, learning about cutting lenses and styling. She has been a technician for 3 years and loves that she can see both sides of the spectrum as she has been in optical for 10 years. She genuinely cares about helping patients and providing them with the best medical and optical care.
Lelia Braga, Bookkeeper
Lelia has worked here for over 25 years. She is a Rhode Island native, raised in East Providence and is now living in Seekonk. She is married and has two children.
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