Meet Our Staff

Sharon Richens, MD, FACS, FAAO

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Fellow of the American College of Surgeons Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology

Education:

Bachelor of Sciences: Stanford University, Palo Alto, California | BS Biology, BA Economics Medical School: University of Utah, SLC, Utah Internship: Internal Medicine, West Virginia University Health Science Center, Morgantown, West Virginia Residency: Ophthalmology, West Virginia University Health Science Center, Morgantown, West Virginia. Fellowship: Fellow, St John Ophthalmic Hospital, Jerusalem, Isreal. Prior Ophthalmology Practice: Eye Care Specialists, Clarkston, Washington

Honors:

Best Resident Research Presentation, WVU Department of Ophthalmology Departmental Honors in Economics, Stanford University Diplomat, Honors Program in the Humanities, Stanford University Cap and Gown Honor Society, Stanford University

Reed Gibb, OD

Optometrist

Member American Optometric Association Member Utah Optometric Association

Education:

Associates Degree: Ricks College, Rexburg, ID Bachelor of Sciences: Brigham Young University, Provo, UT | Major in Zoology, Minor in Business Doctor of Optometry: Pacific University College of Optometry, Forest Grove, OR Post Graduate Residency: The George E. Wahlen Departments of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Salt Lake City, UT

Current Practice:

Richens Eye Center 2004 to Present Emphasis placed on general Optometry. Optometric management of cataract surgery, retinal diseases, refractive surgery, glaucoma and intravitreal injections for macular degeneration. Extensive training on anterior and posterior segment photography.

Kristin Tarbet, MD, FACS, FAAO

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Oculoplastic, Orbital and Facial Cosmetic Surgeon

Fellow of the American College of Surgeons Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology

Education:

Board Certified: American Board of Ophthalmology, American Board of Cosmetic Surgery – Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Diplomat American Society of Ophthalmic Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) MD: University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT Internship: University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT Residency: Ophthalmology, Washington University – Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO Fellowships: Neuro-ophthalmology and Orbit, Washington University – Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO; University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI

Credentials:

• American Society of Ophthalmic Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS)
• American Academy of Ophthalmology
• American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Washington State Medical Association
• Utah State Medical Association
• American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS)
• American Medical Association<
• American College of Surgeons (ACS)
• Other local and state societies

Sharing Knowledge with Others:

• Clinical Assistant Professor: University of Washington School of Medicine
• Preceptor of Fellowship: ASOPRS Ophthalmic Facial Plastic Surgery Program
• National Instructor and Lecturer / Invited International Presenter
• Author of textbook chapters and scientific publications

Joshua Terry, OD

Education:

Bachelor of Sciences:Southern Utah University, Cedar City, UT Doctor of Optometry: Southern California College of Optometry, Fullerton, CA Externship: Phoenix Indian Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ and The George E. Wahlen Departments of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Salt Lake City, UT

Past Practice

Western Medical Eye Center, Bullhead City, AZ

Present Practice

Richens Eye Center 2010 to present Private Practice, Caliente, NV

Robb Millett, Hearing Specialist

Richens Eye Center expands services

St. George, UT, December 10, 2010 — Richens Eye Center has announced that in addition to their state-of-the-art, world-class Ophthalmology practice, they will now be providing the very latest hearing aid technology and services at their new facility located in the heart of St. George. Richens Eye Center has obtained the services of Robert L. Millett to provide southern Utah families with complete professional hearing care at reasonable prices. The Richens Eye Center staff provides friendly and comfortable visits for their patients, and board-certified specialists, including Millett provides state-of-the-art equipment and experience to ensure expert specialized hearing care in each evaluation, diagnosis and treatment plan.

Millett holds the designation as a Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist (BC-HIS) and provides expert advice and exceptional results when evaluating and solving individual hearing aid needs. Millett has worked in the hearing aid industry for more than 32 years and brings seasoned experience and accuracy when evaluating the effectiveness of most all hearing aid brands and models. His extensive experience will insure a positive outcome when determining the correct solution to any hearing problem that can be addressed with the use of hearing aids. Millett’s expertise is regarded as unique in respect to solving some of the most difficult to fit hearing loss cases. If you have experienced an unsatisfactory hearing aid fitting with regard to proper recommendations, programming, general comfort or a demand for high prices for the latest hearing aid technology, you may find a refreshing change in a one-on-one, no-cost consultation with Millett.

Millett has been presented with the National Board Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences certificate and brings an extensive 32-year work history from within the hearing aid industry. Millett has owned and operated retail hearing aid operations in Utah and Nevada. He has also worked for major hearing aid chip and hearing aid manufacturers in the area of business development, marketing, recruiting and sales training. He coordinated the implementation of hearing centers inside of major pharmaceutical chains, including CVS Pharmacy, as a Director of Business Development and successfully integrated the pharmacy “store-in-store” hearing aid model throughout the United States. Millett has specialized in difficult hearing aid fitting cases and has had great success in assisting many hard of hearing patients to adjust to the benefits of wearing hearing aids.

Millett’s background in private practice, as well as through contracted consulting work for many of the major hearing aid brands and industry micro-chip manufacturers, will provide an educational experience for those who have researched to find the best possible hearing aid options. His extensive knowledge in the manufacture and marketing of hearing aids will provide interesting insights into what recommendation would be right for your case.

If you are just beginning to experience a loss of hearing, or have worn hearing aids for years, you will want to make an appointment to meet with Millett to evaluate your hearing needs.

For a free hearing evaluation contact Richens Eye Center at (435) 986-2020 or (888) 556-2020, or visit their offices at 161 West 200 North, Suite 200, St. George, Utah.