Dr. Barbara Marcussen completed a residency in eye disease after graduation from Optometry School in Ohio. Additionally, she taught at the University of Alabama Eye Disease Clinic before entering private practice optometry. She is an officer of the Gaston Breakfast Rotary Club and is actively involved in Jaycees, and Gaston County Junior League. By serving on the Board for the Belmont Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Marcussen can effectively make a difference in the community where she practices optometry. Dr. Marcussen is a mentor for Gaston County Schools and enjoys working with children. She is a member of the national, state and local Optometric Associations. Her favorite past time includes spending time with family and friends, reading and traveling.

Dr. Harald Vaher completed a Residency at the University of Alabama after graduating from the Ohio State University. He is a Secretary for the Belmont Rotary Club and an active member of the Belmont Jaycees and the Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Vaher serves on the Gaston County Board of Health and is a member of Myers Memorial Methodist Church. Nationally, he is a member of the American Optometric Association while he focuses primarily on involvement with many local professional associations. Leisure time involves golf, working out, and visiting friends, family and trips to the beach.