Dr. Riley Parker

Born and raised in Springfield, Dr. Parker practically had optometry in her DNA—her parents literally met while working as contact lens reps. (Talk about seeing eye to eye!) After graduating from Drury University and earning her doctorate from the Michigan College of Optometry (as Valedictorian of her class and MOA Student of the Year!), Dr. Parker is returning to Missouri with a passion for helping people protect and improving their vision, whether it’s fitting contact lenses or simply making patients feel comfortable in the exam chair. She’s known for her calm presence, clear communication, and the type of kindness that instantly puts patients at ease. Whether you’re nervous about your first pair of contacts or just overdue for a checkup, Dr. Parker meets you right where you are. When she’s not in the clinic, you can find her catching a comedy show, dominating the pickleball court, celebrating another KC Chiefs win, or enjoying her favorite food group: ice cream (the more scoops, the better). She married her husband, Trey, in June 2022, and if she had to choose one song to play on repeat forever, it would be “In My Life” by The Beatles—a perfect pick for someone who believes life is all about the people you love, and seeing them clearly.