Meet Our Staff
About Us
We are not an assembly line, multi-doctor practice with long wait times, and grumpy staff members. We see patients on time. We don’t treat you like a number. Our space is warm, open and friendly.
We take the time to explain things to you. Your insurance/costs, the finer points of the exam, and the recommendations for your ocular health – we try and make sure these important things are clearly explained to you.
Our office is easily accessible online. Appointment scheduling and contact lens orders are both available via our website whenever it’s convenient for you. And Dr. Tom is happy to answer follow-up questions via email if needed.
Tom Brillante, O.D.
Dr. Tom Brillante, O.D was born and raised in Pembroke Pines, Florida (near Fort Lauderdale). He attended Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton where he received his undergraduate degree in History.
Tom Brillante, O.D.
Dr. Tom Brillante, O.D was born and raised in Pembroke Pines, Florida (near Fort Lauderdale). He attended Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton where he received his undergraduate degree in History.
Yvette Thompson
Office Manager
Yvette was born and raised in Chicago, IL. Yvette joined Decatur Eye Care in an effort to expand her knowledge in a new field of business and looks forward to helping the friendly and professional practice remain the best place to go for eye care health. Prior to this, Yvette served as Special Project Administrator for a Chicago based financial institution.
Yvette Thompson
Office Manager
Yvette was born and raised in Chicago, IL. Yvette joined Decatur Eye Care in an effort to expand her knowledge in a new field of business and looks forward to helping the friendly and professional practice remain the best place to go for eye care health. Prior to this, Yvette served as Special Project Administrator for a Chicago based financial institution.
Kendra Spencer
Optical Tech.
Hi, I'm Kendra! A Savannah, Georgia native who moved to the Atlanta area in 2020. I'm a mother of two little princesses who keep me active. As a certified medical assistant, I've been in the eye care field for over 9 years, and I still enjoy learning new things about the "eye" and eye care.
Kendra Spencer
Optical Tech.
Hi, I'm Kendra! A Savannah, Georgia native who moved to the Atlanta area in 2020. I'm a mother of two little princesses who keep me active. As a certified medical assistant, I've been in the eye care field for over 9 years, and I still enjoy learning new things about the "eye" and eye care.
Cheyanna (Chey) Jackson
Optical
Hi! I'm Cheyanna, but everyone calls me Chey. I was born and raised in Chicago, IL where we have the best food! I am new to the optical field, but I am enjoying everything that I have been learning. I have always found the medical field to be intriguing, and being an Optical Tech allows me to experience working in the medical field.
Cheyanna (Chey) Jackson
Optical
Hi! I'm Cheyanna, but everyone calls me Chey. I was born and raised in Chicago, IL where we have the best food! I am new to the optical field, but I am enjoying everything that I have been learning. I have always found the medical field to be intriguing, and being an Optical Tech allows me to experience working in the medical field.
Trudy Rakestraw
Receptionist
Hello! My name is Trudy, and I am the Receptionist. I am from Wayne MI and moved to GA 5 years ago. I have enjoyed working in customer service for over 10 years. I love this role because I enjoy meeting people, and I get to greet patients upon arrival, creating a welcoming environment and providing them with information about their visit.
Trudy Rakestraw
Receptionist
Hello! My name is Trudy, and I am the Receptionist. I am from Wayne MI and moved to GA 5 years ago. I have enjoyed working in customer service for over 10 years. I love this role because I enjoy meeting people, and I get to greet patients upon arrival, creating a welcoming environment and providing them with information about their visit.
Denise M. Sealy
Frame Manager
Denise was born in the Caribbean Island of Barbados and migrated to the US with her family as a child where she lived in Brooklyn, NY. Denise attended Baruch College in New York City and later transferred to Georgia State University where she received her BA in Sociology.
Denise M. Sealy
Frame Manager
Denise was born in the Caribbean Island of Barbados and migrated to the US with her family as a child where she lived in Brooklyn, NY. Denise attended Baruch College in New York City and later transferred to Georgia State University where she received her BA in Sociology.