Dr. Sawitzke is a Doctor of Optometry whose professional experience includes more than ten years of clinical practice in ophthalmology and optometry. Originally from Iowa, she attended the University of Arizona and Pacific University College of Optometry. Dr. Sawitzke enjoys spending time with her two children, who are involved in sports and music, and is an active volunteer at their elementary school. The family watches the Wildcats in all sports and loves to attend football, basketball, and softball games. Dr. Sawitzke is a member of the Central Arizona Optometric Society.

Dr. Bailey joined Eye Priority after graduating from the Southern California College of Optometry. He received extensive clinical experience in pediatric and primary care optometry as well as management of ocular disease, diabetic eye care and contact lens fitting.

Dr. Bailey was raised in a small town in northern Arizona. After serving a two year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Czech Republic, he received his Bachelor of Science in exercise science from Brigham Young University. Dr. Bailey is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Arizona Optometric Association. He is an avid sports fan and enjoys playing football, basketball, reading, singing, and spending time with his wife and four children.

Dr. de Simone has provided general optometry as well as customized vision therapy programs to children and adults for twenty-five years. She is also a Foothills resident who raised three children in Ahwatukee schools. As the owner of Eye Priority and our Vision Therapy center, Eye Priority RE-Vision, Dr. de Simone is “passionate about vision” and provides personalized care to a wide range of patients. Her specialities include neuro-optometric enhancement and rehab for adults with acquired vision problems, sport enhancement vision, concussions, brain injuries, as well as treating children with learning problems, crossed eye, lazy eye, or reading comprehension difficulties.

Dr. de Simone is a Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development. She holds a BA degree from Penn State University and a Doctor of Optometry degree from Pennsylvania College of Optometry. In 1993, Dr. de Simone was awarded the Skeffington Award for Excellence in Vision Service. She is a member of the Arizona Optometric Association, the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, the College of Optometrists in Vision Development and the Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce.

“I have a diverse optometry practice and my passion is helping people develop their vision. With over 25 years experience in this field it amazes me that people still have not heard of Vision therapy. It is the best kept secret in the world. It is time to change. I welcome you to contact me, so I can show you how Vision Therapy can change your life.” - Dr. Kelly de Simone