BERK EYE CARE CENTER - Key Persons
Dr. Emma Thompson grew up in Cleveland, OH. She is a three-time graduate of Ohio State University, receiving her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, Master of Science in Vision Science, and Doctorate in Optometry. During optometry school, she was the president of her class. She earned a second degree through the Combined "OD/MS" program, where she completed a research project studying the relationship between eye structure and visual perception.
When not at Berk Eye Care, Emma is a painter, and loves to paint animals (especially dogs).
Dr. John Gwin grew up in East Central Ohio and has resided in Central Ohio for several years. He joined Berk Eye Care Center in 2011 and has been a partner with the practice since 2017. He finds it a joy and privilege to provide eye care to those in our communities.
Dr. Gwin graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2002 with a Doctor of Optometry degree as well as a bachelor of science in visual science. He completed his optometric education with distinction and was granted membership into Beta Sigma Kappa national honor society. He is a member of the Ohio Optometric Association as well as the American Optometric Association.
Dr. Gwin enjoys providing eye care for patients of all ages and eye health concerns. He specializes in dry eye disease and would welcome those seeking more comfortable vision with the latest treatment available. He continues to seek the latest in optometric education to provide the highest quality of patient care. He has volunteered in the InfantSEE and Realeyes programs, which educates parents and children on the importance of a lifetime of vision and eye health care.
Outside of the office, Dr. Gwin enjoys spending time with his family. This includes his wife, Liz, children, Claire and Layne, and chocolate lab, Hank. His favorite hobbies include volleyball, cars, and cheering on the Buckeyes.
Dr. Stacie Errington graduated from The Ohio State College of Optometry in 1994. She enhanced her training with an ocular disease residency at The Eye Center of Toledo. She received her Bachelor of Science degree Summa Cum Laude in Chemistry and Biology from Mount Vernon Nazarene University. She was recognized for her academic achievements in Phi Delta Lambda and Beta Sigma Kappa honor societies. She is a member of the Central Ohio Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association.
Dr. Errington joined Berk eye Care Center in 1995 and is now a partner in the practice. She enjoys seeing patients of all ages. She not only prescribes glasses and contacts, but she is trained in diagnosing, treating and managing many diseases for the eye. Diabetes, glaucoma, dry eye, macular degeneration, ocular foreign bodies and abrasions, keratoconus, and post-surgical care for cataracts and corneal laser procedures are all part of her daily patient care. She tells her patients that the "eye is the window to one's overall health". She looks forward to seeing her patients every year and always welcomes new patients.
When not working, Dr. Errington loves spending time with her husband, two children and dog. She is very active in her church and has served in youth ministry for 30+ years. Reading, music, golf, travel, and spending time with friends are a few of the things she enjoys doing. She feels very blessed to have a career doing something she loves everyday and helping others while serving her patients in Gahanna, Columbus and surrounding communities.