Diann has been working in Vision Therapy with Dr. Draisin since 1982. She received her certification in VT through the College of Optometrist in Vision Development in 1984. She has a degree in nursing and in special education. She has been married for 38 years and has three daughters, three grandsons and one granddaughter. Diann loves being a grandma and spending time with her grandchildren. She moved to Charleston in 1982 from Michigan and considers herself a Charlestonian.  The beach is Diann's favorite place. Diann won the Jewel Young Award for excellence in Vision Therapy in 1992 through OEP (Optometric Extension Program) and the Vision Therapist of the Year through COVD (College of Optometrist in Vision Development) in 2008.

Dawn Wahl has enjoyed working at The Draisin Vision Group since moving from Ohio. She received her BA in Early Childhood Education from Ohio State. Her goal is to learn as much about optometry to further her goal of becoming a Vision Therapist. In her spare time she loves being outdoors either kayaking or taking her dog Sophie for walks. She also enjoys reading anything she can get her hands on!

Liz has been with Draisin Vision Group since September 2006. She comes to Charleston from New Jersey. She enjoys exploring the offerings of beautiful historic Charleston and loves living in the low country.

Laura was raised in the mid-west in Ohio & Michigan, but has lived out west for 15 years in California, Oregon & Utah. She studied graphic design & communications. Laura enjoys spending time with her 5 year old son, Orion. She loves reading & meditation & helping others.

Karen moved from Atlanta, GA to the Charleston area in the summer of 2006.  She began working at the Draisin Vision Group in March 2007.  Her husband and three children are the light of her life and she loves spending a lot of time with them.  She enjoys traveling, reading, Mah Jong and Kayaking. 

Katie Craft moved to Charleston, SC in March 2009 from Atlanta, Ga. She graduated from Clayton State University with her BS in Biology. She began working with The Draisin Vision group as a diagnostic technician in April 2009. What she enjoys most about working at The Draisin Vision Group is that every individual who walks in the door is welcomed with open arms, smiles and enthusiasm about vision healthcare and therapy. When she is not working, she likes spending time outdoors with family and friends at the lake and beach.

Rhonda has recently re-joined the Draisin Vision Group after a brief hiatus.  She previously worked for six years as patient services representative.  Rhonda has been married for 33 years and has three grown children.  She enjoys working with the public and is happy to be back with the Draisin Vision Group.

Stephen has been with the Draisin Vision Group since Dec. 09.  He’s a native of NC where he attended the University of NC at Wilmington double majoring in Communication Studies and General Music.  He lives in West Ashley with his wife and 2 dogs.  When he’s not working at the Draisin Vision Group he enjoys playing music  at local establishments around Charleston.