About Us
Trustworthy Experts Ready to Elevate Your Eye Care
Plessen Ophthalmology is a private multi-specialty practice staffed by fellowship-trained physicians hailing from the nation’s most esteemed institutions. Our team members hold themselves to the highest standards, adhering to the five principles of respect, service, compassion, integrity, and excellence. It is our unwavering mission to deliver top-tier results to all our patients.
Discover the Exceptional Care Our Team Provides:
PREMIUM CATARACT SURGERY: A CLEAR SOLUTION
Plessen Ophthalmology’s cataract surgeons are well-versed in the full range of premium lenses that can help minimize the need for glasses after cataract surgery.
STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY: MODERN TOOLS FOR MAXIMUM BENEFITS
Our practice utilizes cutting-edge diagnostics and laser technology to ensure that each patient receives the most advanced solutions available today.
DEDICATION TO EDUCATION: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF MEDICINE
As assistant clinical professors at esteemed universities, our physicians are dedicated to teaching the next generation of doctors the art of medical diagnosis and the skill of subspecialty surgery.
About SEES Group
Plessen Ophthalmology is part of the SEES Group network of practices. The SEES Group owns and operates ophthalmology practices and single specialty ambulatory surgical centers across the Southeastern United States and US Territories. We are committed to providing patients in the communities we serve with the quality care they need and deserve.
Our SEES Leadership Team
The SEES Group leadership team is a group of experienced executives and operations experts who lead with expertise and integrity, living our mission and vision every day.
Marcello Celentano
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Nikosey
Chief Financial Officer
Jennifer Yentz
Chief People Officer
Sean Sykes
Vice President of Information Technology
Paul Batson
Vice President of Provider Support & Operations
Tammy Baergen
Director of Ambulatory Surgical Center Operations
Malachi Philip
Director of People, Learning & Development
Thomas Zdrale
Director of Revenue Cycle Management
Amanda Louzon
Director of Procurement
Leanne Benson
Director of Compliance
Dave Thompson
Director of IT Cloud Operations
Carolynn Yakush
Director of Marketing Innovation
Amy Simmons
Regional Director of Clinical Operations, Middle, TN
Kalina Patel
Regional Director of Clinical Operations, Chattanooga, TN
Michelle Seiber
Regional Director of Clinical Operations, Knoxville, TN
Kristine Ponzo
Regional Director of Clinical Operations-Huntsville, AL
John R. Bierly, M.D.
Chief Medical Officer,
Co-Founder of SEES
Daryl Mann, O.D.
Vice President of Physician Relations, Co-Founder of SEES
Emily Sanders
Director of Continuing Education
SEES Shared Values
Our core values form the foundation on which we perform work and conduct ourselves every day.
Integrity
We hold ourselves to
the highest ethical
principles and
professional standards.
Respect
We respect,
celebrate, and honor
the uniqueness of
each individual.
Service
We endeavor to serve
our patients, our
communities, and each
other everyday.
Compassion
We practice empathy
and strive to understand
the physical, intellectual,
and emotional needs
of others.
Excellence
We believe that
excellence is an iterative
process and seek
continual improvement in
everything we do.