Maria L. Parisi

Dr. Parisi received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology at St. Michael's College, Colchester, Vermont. After earning her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Dr. Parisi completed a Primary Care residency at The Eye Institute. During her Primary Care residency, Dr Parisi spent additional time in the Pediatric service and has a special interest in pediatric optometry.

Dr. Parisi serves as the Associate Dean for the clinical education at The Eye Institute of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, and oversees the Traineeship, Internship, Externship, and Residency Programs. Dr. Parisi serves as a site team reviewer for the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE). Dr. Parisi is also a ​Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry.