The Eye Store in the Dreshertown Plaza, is pleased to announce Amalia C. Burrell, O.D. has joined the optometric staff. Dr. Burrell offers comprehensive family eye care, contact lens services and co-management services for ophthalmologically treated patients for cataract, Lasik and PRK procedures.

Dr. Burrell graduated Magna Cum Laude from Philadelphia University, now known as Jefferson University, with a Bachelors of Science in Health Science. While attending Jefferson University Dr. Burrell played softball and was an Academic All American.

Dr. Burrell pursued her academic endeavors earning her Doctorate of Optometry from Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) at Salus University in Elkins Park, PA. Dr. Burrell graduate Magna Cum Laude with Clinical Excellence in Pediatrics and overall clinical honors.

Dr. Burrell is currently accepting new patients at The Eye Store.

Jeffrey Kehr, owner of THE EYE STORE, is a 1978 graduate of Camden County College holding his Associate in Science in Ophthalmic Science Degree. As an independent optician, Mr. Kehr is pleased to offer the best-suited products to accommodate ones prescription. Jeffrey is continuously updating the frame selection at both locations to accommodate the styles and needs for men, women and children. Sports eyewear is also available at The Eye Store. He has availability to specialized lens manufacturers for high-tech prescription requirements. This allows for exceptional lens choices for ones’ prescription needs.  He specializes in complicated prescription needs and emergency optical repairs. By having availability to all the advancements in lens technology and in utilizing State-Of-The-Art edging equipment for the fabrication of each pair of eyeglasses in their on-site laboratory, Mr. Kehr can offer totally custom eyewear.

Judy Kehr is a graduate of Temple University School of Dental Hygiene. As a licensed registered dental hygienist, Judy worked full time in private practice from 1978 to 1987. In addition to dental hygiene, Judy has worked alongside her husband Jeffrey since 1979 in their family optical business. Having in essence apprenticed the optical business from Jeffrey, Judy enjoys working with the clientele in frame and lens selections.  Judy works by providing both optical and administrative services for the business.

As a member of the Staff of THE EYE STORE since July 2000, Kermit Royer offers quality optical services for men, women and children. Kermit started in the optical industry in February 1973 working as an optician in his fathers’ family business in Norristown, PA. In January 1985, Kermit and his father formed a partnership until January 1991 when Kermit became a sole proprietor of the business. His knowledge of the optical industry and optical fabrication provides each client with the best possible choices for their prescription needs.

Jeff and Judy Kehr have been working together in their family optical business for over 35 years. Each with the passion for providing excellent customer service and offering the most modern styles in fashion frames. When it comes to lens technology, they utilize the best lenses that the industry has to offer to accommodate from the simplest prescriptions to the most complex! “Catering to meet all of your optical needs is what sets THE EYE STORE apart from your ‘big box’ stores.” SO, if you are looking to be catered to for your next pair of glasses please consider using the services of THE EYE STORE.

The Eye Store is looking for a dynamic individual with optical experience to join their staff.  This individual should be passionate about providing exceptional customer service, have a solid knowledge of the optical industry – frames, lenses, lens treatments, vision insurances, etc. and have previous experience as an optician.  If you or someone you know may be looking for a position in a family oriented business please call THE EYE STORE at (215) 628-3777 and ask to speak with JEFF.