Marlene

Marlene Vickrey grew up in Kanorado, Kansas. She began her career in the optometric field in 1982 and joined McPherson Eye Care in 1997! Marlene received her Associates of Applied Science degree at Colby Community College and became a Certified Paraoptometric Technician in 1984.

Marlene was honored as “Kansas Paraoptometric of the year” in 1999. In 2003, she earned certification as an optician by the American Board of Opticianry. Marlene believes continuing education is important, whether in person or online! She recently completed a 6-month Management Development Program.

Marlene has served as the Office Manager of McPherson Eye Care’s outstanding team for over 25+ years! Among all other management duties, Marlene leads, teaches and develops staff members to ensure patient satisfaction and personal growth. She loves optometry and the many different facets and opportunities that come with it! “It’s rewarding to be able to make a difference in someone’s sight and life.”
Marlene enjoys scrapbooking, flower beds/yardwork, cooking/baking, traveling and nature. She and her husband, Brad, have two cats: Chloe and Gigi.