Craig E. Schacherer, OD
Dr. Craig Schacherer is an Optometrist and has been treating patients in Wylie, Texas, and the surrounding communities since 1989. He enjoys treating patients with difficult eye needs and strives to think outside of the box to provide an effective solution to his patients’ problems.
After his first eye examination in the third grade, Optometry has served as a lifelong pursuit for Dr. Schacherer. He attended Ferris State University in order to complete his optometric education. He now keeps up with the latest developments in his field, including spectacle lenses designed based on retinal scans.
Patients visiting Dr. Schacherer can receive a full range of optometric services. He provides general eye consultations, pediatric eye consultations, and fittings for contact lenses and glasses, as well as treatment for issues including allergic eye problems, eye infections, strabismus, double vision, cornea problems, and glaucoma. When he is not treating patients, Dr. Schacherer enjoys competing in Triathlons. He has completed four Ironman races, and ten Half Ironman races. Dr. Schacherer has four daughters and the youngest two have also competed in triathlons for several years.
Tammy Hazelett
Tammy is our Office Manager with more than 25 years of experience in the optical field. She is American Board of Opticianary certified (ABO). Her experience has crossed over into all aspects of the optical field. As our resident optician, Tammy is well versed in all lens types, materials and frames, which gives her the ability to fit and style each patient with the best possible eyewear for their individual needs. She also has the capability of making some prescription glassess the same day you have your exam.
Outside of the office Tammy lives life to the fullest spending time with friends, family and her little dog Missy.
Brianna Vedrenne
Bri is our sweet and charismatic receptionist that performs preliminary examinations for Dr. Schacherer. Some tests are done at our office before you see the doctor. These are designed to give the doctor some important information to help him better understand the condition of your eyes and vision. Bri may also guide you through some tests the doctor may feel are necessary, after the examination such as digital retinal photographs. Bri is new to the field but really enjoys meeting and greeting our local residents. In her spare time she enjoys paddle boarding, hiking, karaoke, reading and going to the movies.
Sami Castagna
Sami handles the Contact Lens and Insurance. She handles all of your contact lens needs and teaches our new contact lens patients how to wear and take care of their contact lenses. Sami can also help you pick out frames and suggest lenses that fit with your prescription and lifestyle needs. She will make sure your insurance is billed in a timely manner and you're receiving the full benefits provided. Sami will also on occasion, perform preliminary testing for Dr. Schacherer. She works more behind the scenes to make sure the office, computer, and websites are running smoothly.
In Sami's spare time, she enjoys drawing with pencil and charcoal, painting murals, gardening, riding her motorcycle and watching a good movie with her family and friends.