Dr. Clayton Briscoe
Dr. Briscoe has practiced optometry in Pendleton since 1992. He is certified by the Oregon Board of Optometry for the diagnosis and treatment of vision conditions as well as eye health and diseases of the eye. Dr. Briscoe holds certifications in topical, oral and injectable pharmaceutical treatments. He is a prescribing physician. He is a 1988 graduate of California State University, Chico with a B.S. in biology and a minor in chemistry. He graduated in 1992 from Pacific University College of Optometry with a Doctorate of Optometry. He practices family eye care with emphasis on disease of the eye and conditions associated with aging... cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and macular degeneration. Dr. Briscoe is certified in surgical co-management and referral consultation of cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and refractive surgery. Dr. Briscoe is an avid outdoorsman, enjoys community service, and youth organizations. His time away from the office is spent enjoying quality time with his family. Dr. Briscoe is a member of the Oregon Optometry Association, the American Optometric Association, the Eastern Oregon Association of Optometric Physicians.
Dr. Michelle Monkman
Dr. Monkman has practiced Optometry in Pendleton since 1995. She is certified by the Oregon Board of Optometry and is licensed in topical, oral and injectable pharmaceutical treatments. She graduated from Pacific University with a Bachelor of Science degree and in 1992 from the college of Optometry. She practices family eye care, including diagnosis and treatment of cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, conjunctivitis and uveitis and eye turns. She is also certified to remove foreign bodies from the eye and treat eyelid disease. In addition, Dr. Monkman co-manages surgeries for eye diseases, eye turns and refractive surgeries like lasik. In her free time, Dr. Monkman enjoys spending time with her family and volunterring for local community organizations and schools. Dr. Monkman is a member of the Oregon Physicians Association, the American Optometric Association and the Eastern Oregon Optometric Physicians Association. Dr. Monkman is past president of the Oregon Board of Optometry.
Tammy, CPOT, ABOC, NCLEC
Ophthalmic Technician / Lens Specialist
Hi, my name is Tammy. I have worked with Vision Source Pendleton for 12 years and am a Certified Paraoptometric Technician (CPOT) and have my American Board of Optometry Certification (ABOC) and National Contact Lens Examiners Certification (NCLEC). I manage our contact lens education program and instruct our contact lens classes. My favorite responsibility in our clinic is doing special testing for diseases and conditions of the eye. I perform very cutting-edge testing with high-tech instrumentation that allows the doctors to better diagnose and manage each patient individually. I have 4 children and 1 grandchild and enjoy the outdoors, sports, geocaching and photography.
Teri, CPOA
Dispensary Manager
Hi, my name is Teri. I have been with Vision Source Pendleton for 11 years. I am a Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA). My main responsibility is keeping our frame inventory updated to all the latest fashions and making sure you receive the greatest quality eyewear. I want you to be 100% satisfied. Outside of work I love spending time with my family. I have three children, Easton, Grady & Morley and love being involved with their activities and sports. My husband Tom coaches baseball so my time away from work is normally spent on a bleacher eating sunflower seeds, cheering on the team.
Elizabeth, CPOA
Front Office Manager
Hi, my name is Elizabeth. I have worked for Vision Source Pendleton for 10 years. I am a Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA). I also take care of our insurance and patient receivables. I am also trained in special testing. My goal is to work with you and your insurance company to make sure all your questions are answered and you receive full benefits from them. I have been happily married for nine years and have two children, Kenny who is six and Ava who is three. In my spare time I love spending time with my family and volunteering for school and church activities.
Angela, CPOA
Ophthalmic Technician
Hi, I am Angela. I am a Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA). I have been with Vision Source Pendleton for 9 years. My goal as a technician is to make you feel comfortable with your exam, even though we use very high-tech instruments. I work closely with the doctors in providing you the best and most complete vision and eye health care that is possible. I am also very active in the Cornerstone Community Church where I am a worship leader and sing every Sunday. I also enjoy reading and love Nascar and watching demo races.
Kori, CPO
Office Manager
Hi, I am Kori. I am the Office Manager of Vision Source Pendleton. I have worked with Vision Source Pendleton for 7 years. I am a Certified Paraoptometric (CPO) and cross-trained in all other areas of the office. I work closely with the doctors to ensure our practice stays financially healthy. My goal is to keep Vision Source Pendleton a viable business so the doctors can do what they do best - help you with all your vision and eyecare needs. Occasionally you may see me in another area of the office helping my teammates in making sure your experience exceeds your expectations of us. My husband and I have 4 children that all enjoy sports. When we are not cheering them on, we are camping, riding dirtbikes & 4wheelers, disc golfing and just being plain goofy!
JaDee, CPOA
Ophthalmic Technician
Hi, I'm JaDee. I am a Certified Paraoptometric Assistant. I have been with Vision Source for a combined 7 years. When seating patients I strive to make every patient feel comfortable throughout their exam experience. I work closely with the doctors to provide you excellent eye care. I am one of the office's technicians. My main responsibility is to do special testing with the latest, state-of-the-art instruments for diseases and conditions of the eye such as glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetes. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with two sons Carter and Tucker, family, friends and my many pets. You can also find me outdoors doing a variety of activities.
Kasie, CPO
Patient Specialist
Hi, My name is Kasie. I have been part of the front office team here at Vision Source Pendleton for 4 years. I am a Certified Paraoptometric (CPO) and have been cross-trained in the front office and as an opthalmic technician. I am one of the first voices you are greeted by when you call our office. I always have a smile on my face. My goal is to make your experience pleasant and efficient when in our office. I strive to make your experience positive and one you will never forget. My family and I love to spend time outdoors. Camping and dirtbike riding are a few of the things we enjoy most.
Lynette, CPO
Fashion Design Specialist
Hello, my name is Lynette. I have been part of the Vision Source Pendleton family for 4 years. I have always enjoyed working in the public health care field. As an optician in our frame and lens dispensary I get the opportunity to help individual patients with selection of eyewear from fashion, occupational and recreational needs. My goal is to give each patient the best service and fitting of eyewear. I want to make sure your experience with our office is enjoyable and exceeds your expectation of us. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, going camping and riding ATVs. My family and I are involved in volunteering our services with OHV (Off-Highway Vehicles) programs. I am also a board member for the Parent Club at my daughter's school.
Tiffany
Fashion Design Specialist
Hello, my name is Tiffany. I have seven years of optical experience from around the state and have moved back to Eastern Oregon to be closer to family. As an optician in our frame and lens dispensary I get the opportunity to help individual patients with selection of eyewear from fashion, occupational and recreational needs. My goal is to give each patient the best service and fitting of eyewear. I want to make sure your experience with our office is enjoyable and exceeds your expectation of us. I have three children and five stepchildren along with a beautiful baby grandson. I enjoy reading when I can, I love music and love to sing and just spend time with my large extended family.
Rayella, CPOA
Ophthalmic Technician
Hi, I'm Rayella. I am a Certified Paraoptometric Assistant. I have been with Vision Source for a combined 8 years. In the past year I have been assisting in billing insurance and patient receivables. I am also one of the office's technicians. One of my responsibilities is to do special testing with the latest, state-of-the-art instruments for diseases and conditions of the eye such as glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetes. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my husband and two daughters. We enjoy spending time outdoors and supporting our girls that are involved in 4H and softball.
Monica, CPO
Patient Specialist
Hi, My name is Monica. I am one of the first voices you are greeted by when you call our office. I always have a smile on my face and everyone I work with teases me for always being "bubbly." My goal is to make your experience pleasant and efficient when in our office. I strive to make your experience positive and one you will never forget. I have three daughters; one out of high school, one in high school and one in junior high. In my spare time I love doing photography, crafts and camping.
Christina
Ophthalmic Technician
Hi, I am Christina. My goal as a technician is to make you feel comfortable with your exam, even though we use very high-tech instruments. I work closely with the doctors in providing you the best and most complete vision and eye health care that is possible. I have a son, Jackson, that keeps me very busy outside of work. I also love being outdoors and going to the mountains as often as I can.
Amanda
Patient Specialist
Hi, My name is Amanda. I am also one of the first voices you are greeted by when you call our office. My goal is to make your experience pleasant and efficient when in our office. I am the one that verifies your insurance information to ensure we have the most accurate and up to date benefits before your visit. I strive to make your experience positive and one you will never forget. I stay busy with my three kids; Jackson, Faith and Dylan. I am engaged to Derek and we are getting married this June. I also enjoy reading and spending time with my kids.
Cindi
Fashion Design Specialist
Hello, my name is Cindi. I previously worked at Red Lion as a server for 30 years. As an optician in our frame and lens dispensary I get the opportunity to help individual patients with selection of eyewear from fashion, occupational and recreational needs. My goal is to give each patient the best service and fitting of eyewear. I want to make sure your experience with our office is enjoyable and exceeds your expectation of us. I have two grown daughters and a grand-dog. In my spare time I like to be outdoors walking, biking and working in my yard. I do enjoy a good book now and then. I especially like getting together with all my family and just spending time together.