Dr Hope Marandola bought the practice in 1999. She graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelor of Science in biology, going on to study at the New England College of Optometry in Boston. She graduated with honors as a Doctor of Optometry and is a Diplomat of the American Board of Optometry.

She enjoys practicing in her home town of Plainfield. When not taking care of patients she spends time with family, especially her grandsons, and her pup, Lucy. She enjoys travel and relaxing at the beach.