Priti Patel, O.D.

Priti Patel, O.D. serves as General Manager of Eyeglass World, Fred Meyer and Military stores. In this role, she spearheads high-impact growth strategies that drive excellence in store operations, elevate the customer experience and deliver strong financial results.

With more than 20 years of clinical and operational experience in the optical industry, Dr. Patel previously held the role of Chief Medical Officer at National Vision as well as President and CEO of FirstSight Vision Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of National Vision. Prior to that, she led Walmart’s U.S. professional affairs, managing business and clinical relationships with over 3,000 optometrists.

Dr. Patel holds a B.S. in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Alabama and earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Nova Southeastern College of Optometry. She completed her residency in Primary Care and Ocular Disease at Salus University. A respected thought leader, she serves on multiple healthcare advisory boards.