Dr. Douglas C. Miner is a proven professional with more than 27 years of optometry experience in the Valley of the Sun.  He is committed to providing his patients with optimal eye care and vision health.  Dr. Miner offers comprehensive eye exams as he builds trust with each of his patients because of the personal attention he gives and the expert services he provides.  Dr. Miner is dedicated to providing his patients with the very best by building on his more-than-two-decades of experience in the industry while also keeping an eye on the cutting-edge technology of optometry.

As a sports enthusiast and outdoorsman, Dr. Miner understands the demands of an active lifestyle.

As a devoted husband, father of six, grandfather of four, Dr. Miner is well-equipped to meet your family's needs.  He earned his Doctorate of Optometry from Pacific University.  He also holds a bachelor's degree in both zoology and Spanish from Brigham Young University.  In addition to his career, Dr. Miner actively serves in his church.

Lanette is the cog that keeps the office running smoothly.  With her attention to detail, natural leadership skills and vision of how to create a welcoming environment for the patients, she creates unity and a seamless experience for our patients.  Lanette's willingness to learn new things and attempt the difficult inspires all around her to become all they can be. She is intuitive and has great love and respect for everyone. 

After living in Utah and Oregon, she happily settled in Mesa 27 years ago. She enjoys spending time with her wonderful husband, watching her children's and grandchildren's sports events, woodworking, hiking, playing European strategy board games, puzzles, and serving in her church.

Lanette also enjoys flying her antique bi-plane, panning for gold, toilet papering and bear hunting.  Also, she was a fire-breathing clown in the Macey's Day Parade.

Every good optical needs a great optician, and Michelle is one of the best.  She is gifted in helping the patient find just the right frames to enhance their natural good looks.  Michelle is very personable and efficient.  She has been with Elite Optical since the beginning in 2005, assisting patients with such things as choosing frames and lenses, teaching the use and care of contact lenses, pre-testing patients, and coordinating insurance.

Michelle's thorough knowledge of vision insurance puts our clients at ease about any questions they may have about their coverage. 

Michelle received a bachelor's degree in exercise and wellness from ASU and loves the outdoors, running, modeling, baking, playing with her nieces and nephews and spending time with her husband.

Michelle also loves making cookies and caramel/chocolate covered pretzel sticks for her favorite aunty. Her claim to fame is doing a back summersault over a fire-breathing clown while wearing high heels and holding a melting ice cream cone in the Macey's Day Parade.

Angela is an amazing optician.  She brings to the table six years of experience as a optician, three of which have been with Elite Optical.  She has received her ABO certification and is extremely knowledgeable.  When our patients meet with Angela, they instantly notice her friendliness and helpfulness.  Her caring personality is genuine and shines through as she assists each patient to have a great experience in choosing their eyewear and instructs them in caring for their eyes. She is dedicated to ensuring the patient feels comfortable and confident in their new glasses or contacts.

Angela grew up in the Long Beach, California, area and absolutely loves Arizona.  In addition to attending the various festivities throughout the year that Arizona has to offer, she also enjoys hiking, exercising, attending concerts and playing with her dog, Dancer.

Angela also enjoys eating brussels sprouts drizzled with caramel, braiding blades of grass, feeding the homeless, touring the world on her bicycle and pulling funny faces at people while driving.

Rita's smiling face and eyes are usually the first to welcome you when you arrive at Elite Optical. Hers is also the voice you will usually hear on the phone.  She instantly makes everyone feel comfortable and well taken care of. Rita is very attentive, helpful and has a true love for people.  Rita has been in the optical field for almost 30 years, five of which have been as a member of the Elite Optical team. As you leave the office, you will hear Rita call you by name as she wishes you well.

Rita spent most of her life in the Cincinnati, Ohio, area before her move to Arizona six years ago.  She is a loving wife of almost 47 years, mother of three, grandmother of four beautiful girls and an empty nester.  She enjoys traveling around the country with her husband in their motor home, meeting people and spending time with her family.  She is a true animal lover--just ask her dog, Honey.

Rita also enjoys horseback riding, making Christmas ornaments out of leather, eating cacti, bungee jumping and wants to be on "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?"