STAFF DIRECTORY
VISION CLINIC
Biographical Info
Dr. Angela Ellerman joined the staff in 2010 and is the lead optometrist in the Vision Clinic. Her past experience includes working as an optometrist at Advanced Family EyeCare of Madison; Lee, Ellerman and Associates; and Athens Eye Doctors and Surgeons. Dr. Ellerman enjoys working with all areas of contact lens technology.
Education: Doctor of Optometry, University of Alabama-Birmingham School of Optometry
Board Certification: American Board of Optometry
License: Optometrist, State of Georgia
Biographical Info
Dr. Brian Atkinson joined the Vision Clinic staff in 2011. Before coming to the health center, Dr. Atkinson worked as an optometrist in a private practice in northeast Georgia with an emphasis in pre- and post-op surgical care.
Education: Doctor of Optometry, University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry
Additional Training: Geriatric Optometry and Low Vision Residency
License: Optometrist, State of Georgia
Biographical Info
With 10+ years of optical and optometric experience, Shaina (she/her/hers) joined the University Health Center Vision Clinic in 2021. As a Georgia State Board Licensed Optician, she works closely with the clinic’s doctors and staff to educate patients on the importance of eye care. Shaina uses her expertise in frame fittings, adjustments, and lens selections to guide patients in finding the right balance between aesthetics and practicality. (Safe Space Ally)
Shaina received a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Georgia State University in 2015 and a Master of Business and Technology degree from Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia in 2022.