Our Team

Our Team

Our Team

Our Team

Vision Quest Optical Team of Professionals

Our patients always tell us that it feels good to see a familiar face at Vision Quest Optical. Most of our staff have been with us for over 10 years. We get to know our patients and their family's visual needs. Our team goes through rigorous training to hone their optical skills. They attend several conferences and training sessions every year.

Meet the team


​​​​​​​Meet the Team

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Dr. Patrick Ruggles

Optometrist
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With 35 years of experience in his practice, Dr. Ruggles has been offering exceptional care to patients from all over the state. He graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry, and has lived in mid-Michigan his whole life where he's helped countless people see the world around them as vividly as possible.

Dr. Jerry Appold

Optometrist

  • Over 35 years of experience

  • A Bay City native

  • Graduated from the University of Missouri - St. Louis College of Optometry in 1987

Inez Stephens

A.B.O.C., Bay City Office Manager, Licensed Optician
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She's been working with Dr. Ruggles for years, and knows the optical business like the back of her hand. Inez is extremely dedicated to helping anyone whenever she can, and makes everyone feel welcome immediately upon meeting her.

Donna Hess

Midland Office Manager, Dispensing Optician
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Donna was an employee of the original Vision Quest store in 1990, and has been assisting patients in Midland ever since. With her vast knowledge of fitting techniques and a keen fashion sense, she'll make sure you walk away looking your best and feeling confident.

Gabriel Ruggles

A.B.O.C., Licensed Optician
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Gabe can be found in the office helping people look better and see their best. A board-certified optician, he is good at problem-solving. He is very proficient in retinal imaging and another visual testing. In addition to all these skills, he has designed his own line of frames. Come check them out.

Cindy Holiday

Dispensing Optician
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Cindy has been a staple of Bay City optical care for nearly twenty years. A genuine people person, when she's not helping patients find the perfect look to match their personality, she's treating customers as if they were the oldest of friends, in the office and outside work.

Jessi Smith

Dispensing Optician

Jessi knows how to keep patients in high spirits while preparing them for an exam. When she's not busy keeping our insurance records in order, she'll use her vast fashion knowledge to make sure every patient looks their best when choosing a new look.

Danielle Willett

Dispensing Optician
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The newest member of our team, Danielle has many years of experience in the eye care field. Her vast knowledge of eye care will make you look are feel your best.

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