Biography

Dr. Ashley Wallace Tucker graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology and Cell Science before going on to graduate from the University of Houston College of Optometry where she earned her Doctorate of Optometry. Dr. Tucker completed a Cornea and Contact Lens Residency at UHCO where she received extensive training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of corneal diseases and in complex contact lens fits including patients with keratoconus, corneal transplants, and refractive surgery. Currently, Dr. Tucker is the course master for the Ophthalmic Optics laboratories at UHCO.  

Dr. Tucker has earned Fellowships from both the American Academy of Optometry and the Scleral Lens Education Society. Dr. Tucker is honored to be a member of the Speaker's Bureau for the specialty division of Bausch & Lomb, a member of the Professional Advancement consultant team for CooperVision, a consultant for SynergEyes and a lecturer for the STAPLE (Soft Toric and Presbyopic Lens Experience) program. 

Dr. Tucker also serves on the advisory board for the Gas Permeable Lens Institute, is a council member for the Contact Lens and Cornea section of the AOA, and is the Community Outreach Chair for the Scleral Lens Education Society.