About Our Practice in Westlake

Darrell E. White, M.D. is the founder of Skyvision Centers. Dr. White graduated from Williams College in 1982 with a BA in biology. He then attended the University of Vermont College of Medicine, receiving his medical degree in 1986. Internship at Rhode Island Hospital (a Brown University teaching hospital) was followed by an ophthalmology residency at New York University. Dr. White’s training culminated in a year as the Executive Chief Resident in 1990.

Dr. White and his family moved to Northeast Ohio in 1991. Dr. White has been one of the preeminent ophthalmic surgeons in the area since that time. He has held numerous leadership positions including President of the Cleveland Ophthalmological Society, and Medical Director of the first excimer laser center in Northeast Ohio. Dr. White continues to be a leader among ophthalmic surgeons in the area, bringing new technologies, advanced concepts and new products to Northeast Ohio. Dr. White performed the first VISX laser PRK surgery in the Cleveland area back in 1994 and has been doing LASIK eye surgery since 1995. He performed the first Crystalens™ accommodating lens surgery for cataracts in Northeast Ohio, and continues to introduce new advanced technology lens implants from industry leading companies like Bausch & Lomb, Johnson & Johnson, and Alcon. He has performed close to 35,000 cataract surgeries!

Over the past decade his focus on the treatment of Dry Eye has made SkyVision a “Dry Eye Center of Excellence”, among of this distinction in the U. S. Dr. White is a sought- after speaker on the topic of Dry Eye. He is the leader in Northeast Ohio in the successful implementation of new technologies such as “Lipiflow” and Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) for the treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction and Evaporative Dry Eye. Dr. White’s expertise and insight has been invaluable in the development of many new medications that have become core treatments for Dry Eye. Dr. White enjoys being a resource for other doctors on the treatment of this exponentially increasing disease. In addition to Dry Eye treatment, Dr. White has been one of the few ophthalmologists in the area to add an in-house YAG laser for the treatment of eye floaters, called Laser Vitreolysis, as well as the more common laser treatments for
glaucoma.

Dr. White was introduced to the eye care industry as a child by his father. Dick White spent his entire working career in the optical industry. Beginning with his first job at American Optical in Southbridge Massachusetts, Dick was involved in all aspects of optical manufacturing. In the latter part of his career, Dick and his partner owned the Martin-Copland Company, one of the oldest frame manufacturers in America. Because of his unique early exposure to eye care, eye doctors, and the optical industry, Dr. White’s perspective as an ophthalmologist is truly unique.

Dr. White and his wife Beth currently live in Avon Lake and have lived in the Westshore area for over 30 years. Early in their years in Cleveland, the White family fell in love with skiing, and they have spent time together both in the mountains and on the beach all over the United States. They had settled in to “empty nesting” but now they are finding
that their “empty nest” is no longer quite so empty! Their three married children Dan, Megan, and Randy all have their own families and there are 7 grandchildren living in the area. An exciting new stage has begun, on that is filled with laughter and love with “Papi” and “Grammy”!

Dr. Gregory Kaye is a highly experienced optometrist with over 28 years of clinical expertise. He
earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometry in 1996, after
completing a Bachelor of Science in Visual Sciences in 1994. His foundational studies took
place at The Ohio State University. During his training, Dr. Kaye completed clinical rotations at
the Illinois Eye Institute and various externship sites, gaining extensive hands-on experience in
eye care.

Dr. Kaye’s professional focus includes dry eye management, cataract and refractive surgery,
ocular disease management, and contact lenses. His passion for advancing eye care is
reflected in his involvement in clinical studies with leading industry names such as Alcon,
Bausch and Lomb, and Johnson & Johnson. He is committed to bringing the latest innovations
to Skyvision Centers, where he has been an original member of the team since its opening in
2005. Prior to joining Skyvision, Dr. Kaye practiced independently in retail optometry, honing his
skills in patient care.

Dr. Kaye has proudly called Ohio home for his entire life and currently resides in Avon Lake with
his wife, Mary. Now as empty nesters, they cherish family time with their three adult children—
Adam, Andrew, and Lauren. One of their favorite traditions is their annual summer vacation to
Hilton Head, where they enjoy the beach, bike rides, golf, and the occasional game of pickleball.
Dr Kaye began playing golf at the age of 10 and shares his love for the sport with both of his
sons, and still relishes the challenge of keeping up with them on the course.

An avid Ohio State football fan, Dr. Kaye is a proud season ticket holder, sharing this passion with his son Adam. Together, they cheer on the Buckeyes every season. Go Bucks!

Dr. Schoeck is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in
Pre-Professional Studies in 1988. In 1992, she received her Doctorate from The Ohio State University
College of Optometry. With over 25 years of optometric practice in various clinical settings, Dr. Schoeck
brings an extensive history of clinical care to Skyvision Centers. Her work experience ranges from
patient care in a clinical student externship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation Department of
Ophthalmology, to 15 years of practice in private ophthalmology settings, to practice in a large multi-
disciplinary clinic in an academic and hospital setting. Most recently Dr. Schoeck practiced with the
University Hospitals Eye Institute and Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital. She also participated in
clinical and contact lens-related research. She possesses experience serving a broad range of patients
including infants, children, teenagers, adults and seniors. Dr. Schoeck is committed to providing quality,
patient-centered care in the areas of family eye care, adult and pediatric eye disease, advanced contact
lens fitting, as well as pre and post operative eye care.

While attending The Ohio State University College of Optometry, Dr. Schoeck was the recipient of the
Class of 1953 Endowed Scholarship. In 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013, she was also named one of the Top
Ten Referring Eye Doctors, a statewide award sponsored by the Ohio Amblyope Registry as a result of
her dedication to treating pediatric patients with the eye disease often referred to as “Lazy Eye.” In
2014, Dr. Schoeck was appointed Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual
Sciences of the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, and in 2016 was appointed
Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice in The Ohio State University College of Optometry. She is a
member of the American, Ohio and Cleveland Optometric Associations.

Dr. Schoeck was born in Parma, Ohio and has three siblings. She is a graduate of Magnificat High School
in Rocky River. She comes from a family of physicians including her father and brother, so it was natural
that she too would enjoy a career in the healthcare field as an eye doctor. Dr. Schoeck is married and
resides in Rocky River with her husband, Scott and son Benjamin. Together they enjoy boating,
attending Cleveland Guardians games and traveling. In her spare time, Dr. Schoeck also enjoys running,
yoga and cheering on her son in many sports activities.

Dr. Schoeck offers a unique specialty available to patients at SkyVision Centers known as myopia control
or myopia mitigation typically beginning between ages 8 and 11. This specialty meets the needs of a
growing younger population faced with greater vision demands from increased screen time from
computer, tablet and smart phone use. This prolonged screen time may increase an individual’s risk of
nearsightedness. Dr. Schoeck utilizes low dose dilating drops and/or specialty contact lenses to slow the
development of nearsightedness, and tailors the treatment to each child’s individual needs. By slowing
the development of higher degrees of nearsightedness, a patient benefits from a lowered risk of certain
sight threatening eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataract, retinal degeneration and retinal detachment.

Dr. Griesmer graduated from Westminster College with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. She then earned her doctorate of optometry from Ohio State University in 2016, graduating with honors.

While in optometry school, she participated in numerous student organizations and activities. She has a special interest in and experience with ocular disease, co-management surgical care, and community outreach. She particularly values establishing relationships with her patients and strives to involve them in their eye care as much as possible.

As Dr. Griesmer shares, “I was drawn to SkyVision due to the friendly, technologically driven environment and their patient-oriented philosophies. I am very excited to contribute to this practice!”

Before joining SkyVision, Dr. Griesmer had the opportunity to hone her skills in comprehensive eye care in corporate practice. She is an active member of the American Optometric Association and Ohio Optometric Association. She is excited to join a highly experienced group of doctors and staff at SkyVision and is eager to serve our growing community of patients.

Dr. White adds, “We love that Dana has chosen to be part of the SkyVision team. Our practice continues to grow, and Dana’s experience, intelligence, interests, and energy are a winning combination for all of us!”

Dr. Griesmer lives in Rocky River with her husband, Philip, and their 2 cats. In her free time, she can be found at home, trying new recipes or visiting the Cleveland Metroparks and local libraries.