Dr. Neil Macali, Optometrist
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Dr. Neil Macali is a graduate of the University of Houston and has been in private practice since 1990. He specializes in hard to fit contacts lens cases, Orthokeratology, dry eye treatment and glaucoma treatment. He is a member of the American Optometric Association, the Florida Optometric Association, the Central Florida Optometric Association and the Winter Garden Rotary Club.
While serving in the above organizations, Dr. Macali has been the past president and board member of both the Winter Garden Rotary Club and the Central Florida Optometric Association. He was also on the Executive Board of the West Orange Chamber of Commerce |
Dr. Cathy Borgeson, Optometrist
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Dr. Cathy Borgeson graduated from Christopher Newport University with a major in biology cum laude before going to Pennsylvania College of Optometry. During optometry school, she rotated through several clinics gaining experience in ocular disease, specialty contact lenses, geriatrics, and dry eye. She continued on to complete a residency at the James A. Haley VA in Primary Care/Brain Injury Rehabilitation.
Currently, she is a member of the Florida Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. Some of her hobbies outside of work include bike riding, volunteering, baking, and doing crafts. She enjoys living in Florida close to all of her family. |
Dr. Vincent Piccione, Optometrist
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Dr. Vincent Piccione completed his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Florida in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology, where he was a Golden Key member and graduated Cum Laude. He went on to Nova Southeastern University where he received his second Bachelors in Vision Science and his Doctorate in Optometry. Dr. Piccione did an internship at the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, Florida where he trained extensively in ocular disease such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, glaucoma, and dry eye dysfunction. He spent his first year in practice specializing in pediatric optometry and refractive amblyopia in a private office in Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Piccione has participated in contact lens studies as an investigator, and has served as a member in the American Optometric Association (AOA), Texas Optometric Association (TOA), and the Florida Optometric Association (FOA). |
Dr. Anh do, optometrist
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Dr. Anh Do has lived in Orlando, Florida since she was six years of age. She attended the University of Central Florida where she obtained her Bachelors of Science in Molecular Biology and Microbiology, as well as a Minor in Sociology.
At Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Do took part of a medical mission trip to Ecuador, helping to provide primary vision care to hundreds of children and adults. In 2012, she completed and obtained her Doctorate of Optometry. Upon graduating, Dr. Do moved to Houston, Texas for one year where she worked at different private practices and provided eye care as part of the See to Succeed program organized by the City of Houston and the University of Houston. |
Jerome Vernet, Office Manager
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Jerome has been our Office Manager for over 15 years with a career history in the Optical Industry over 20 years.
Originally from Paris, France; Jerome is fluent in both English and French. In addition to his daily duties as the Office Manager, he enjoys helping our patients in styling them with the many eye glass choices we offer here at Macali Eye Clinic.In his spare time, Jerome enjoys cooking, entertaining, traveling, art & antique collecting. |
JosuE Rosario, Operations Manager
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Josué began his career at Macali Eye Clinic in 2002 as a part-time employee. While pursuing a degree in Sports Management, he decided to change his focus and pursue a career in optical.
Passionate about the optical industry, he loves to recruit and cross-training the team staff at Macali. With over 10 years of experience in management, Josué is in charge of the operations at our office and is currently back in school pursuing a BIM degree from Seminole State College. The 3rd of 7 siblings; Josué along with his loving wife, Anaiz, have 4 children themselves. During his spare time, he attends his daughters recitals and volunteers with his local church. |
Joycelyn Zahir, Front Desk Receptionist
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Joycelyn has been our front desk receptionist since 2012, bringing over 20 years of customer service experience and support. She is one of the smiling faces you will meet at our office, who enjoys interacting with patients, making appointments that work best with our patient's schedule and answering any insurance or billing questions.
In her spare time, she enjoys cooking and spending time with her husband and daughter. |
Nagila Claitt, Front Desk Receptionist
Daniel Serrano, luxury Frame stylist and billing
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Daniel has been in the optical industry since 2012. He started as a lab technician making the lenses. He started with our office in November 2016.
He was born in Bronx, New York, but moved to Florida in the Orlando area back in 2002. Daniel is passionate about sports and spending time with his wife and two children. |
Joel Jordan, Lab Manager
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Joel was born and raised here in Orlando, FL; which has made him a true Magic and Orlando City fan!
He has been with our office since 2013 and is currently pursuing an opticianry apprenticeship. During this time he has honed his skills as an optometric technician expanding his knowledge in the advancement of lens technology to better meet our patient's visual needs. Joel also recently spent 9 years as a local student pastor and was constantly involved in serving the Community of Winter Garden. Now in his free time, Joel and his wife Sarah are assisting with planting Elevation Church here in Orlando. |
Carlos Campos, Optometric Technician
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Carlos joined the Macali team in 2017, finding his new profession on land, where he had previously worked for Royal Caribbean International Cruise Line for over 6 years. He has had the opportunity to travel over the world expanding his extensive experience in customer service in different cultures and nationalities.
Originally from Brazil, Carlos has lived in the Orlando area since July 2016, and is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and English. |
linda MOSKAL, luxury Frame Stylist
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I Love what I do. I have the knack for choosing the most fashionable frame to fit the patients face and style. Working with the patient, discussing their work environment and goals. Together with my knowledge; is a great pair of Glasses and successful patient.
I also enjoy fitting contact lenses, and giving the patient the choice of contact lenses or fashionable eyeglasses !!! |
Drexler Toledo, Optometric Technician
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Drexler Toledo, born and raised in Juncos, Puerto Rico. When he was 16, his whole family moved to the United States. A very big part of Drexler’s life is church.
He is a musician in his church and he has been involved in music since his childhood. That desire went towards him pursuing a career as an Optician. He is currently working to get his license to help people see better each day. His future goals are to become a licensed Optician, have a family and set a good example by helping people. Drexler is fluent in both English and Spanish. |
Rachael Sanchez, Optometric Technician
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Rachael Sanchez grew up here in Winter Garden Florida, the beautiful town that she loves to call her home. She is a college student at Valencia State College and is currently working on her Bachelor Degree in Psychology. Rachael has worked in customer service industry for 7 years. She enjoys getting to know people and always goes above and beyond to make sure people are happy.
In Rachael’s free time she enjoys traveling, writing, painting and spending time with her husband and two puppies. |
Nino Acuno, Optometric Technician
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Originally from Philippines, Niño moved to Florida in 2009 and has not looked back. Having been in the optometric field previously, he has grown confident in the knowledge he has learned and continues to learn more. Showing no signs of stopping, Niño is working to further his career in the field by becoming a licensed optician.
Niño also has a passion for art and loves to draw narrative art in his free time. Niño is a proud full-time cat-dad co-parenting two precious cats with his wonderful girlfriend. Niño is fluent in both Tagalog and English. |
Luis Lopez, insurance specialist
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Luis has been at the Macali Eye Clinic for over 5 years.
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