Optometrist Staff in Bellefonte

S. Candace Covey, O.D.

Dr. S. Candace Covey graduated from Pennsylvania College of Optometry.

Dr. Covey is a member in good standing of many notable professional organizations, including the American Optometric Association, Pennsylvania Optometric Association, Mid-Counties Optometric Society, American Association of Diabetic Educators, Pennsylvania Diabetic Eye Health Alliance, and National Federation of Business and Professional Women. She is a Board Member of the Sightloss Support Group of Central Pennsylvania.

Highly regarded by peers and patients alike, Dr. Covey has attained many civic and political accomplishments: Alliance for Bellefonte Community Development (President 2006 - 2012), Bellefonte Medical Services Authority (President, 1993 - present), Pennsylvania Department of Health, Northcentral District Advisory Committee, Centre County Partnership for Community Health, Bellefonte Intervalley Area Chamber of Commerce (President 2001-05, Board  Of Directors, Chair – Nominating Committee), Friends of The Centre County Library and Historical Museum - Life Member (Founding Board Member, President, 1992-94), Centre County Children and Youth Services Advisory Board, Bellefonte Kiwanis Club (President, 1994 - 1996, Board of Trustees),  First Presbyterian Church of Bellefonte (Past Chairman, Board of Trustees), American Association of University Women.                    
              

Our Optical Team

(left to right: Suzi, Maude the Mannequin and Joyce)

Joyce Barner, COA

When your glasses or contact lenses have arrived, you may hear the kind voice of Mrs. Joyce Barner, Certified Para-Optometric. She will help you select the most flattering and functional eyewear for your lifestyle. Joyce assists Dr. Covey by performing pretesting and contact lens training as well as visual fields testing. She is also trained to adjust and repair frames.

Suzi Mann

The friendly voice you hear when you call our office is that of Mrs. Suzi Mann, receptionist. Suzi can expertly answer your questions concerning appointments, fees and insurance.

Maude the Mannequin

The additional member of our staff is always silent, but friendly. She is our official greeter "Maude the Mannequin."