Our Eye Care Team - Fredericksburg, King George, & Stafford, VA

Also serving Stafford & King George

Welcome to Access Eye, A Locally-Owned Medical Practice

Our talented Ophthalmologist and Optometrists have over 100 years of combined experience in quality eye care.

Access Eye has been serving the people of Fredericksburg for over 40 years. It’s an honor and a privilege to be a part of such an outstanding community with a rich history and an abundance of kind, hard-working individuals who are not only our patients, but our neighbors and friends. We hope to be here for many, many years to come. -Michele Mansouri, Executive Director

Access Eye has achieved an outstanding reputation of attending to the needs of each individual patient, earning Access Eye the honor as one of Fredericksburg’s leading eyecare practices and consistently voted “Best of the Burg” in both Ophthalmology and Optometry!

Dr. Arash Mansouri, Eye Surgeon and Medical Director and Ms. Michele Mansouri, Executive Director

Ophthalmologist

Arash Mansouri, M.D.

Medical & Surgical Director

Arash Mansouri, M.D.

Ophthalmic Specialty:No-stitch cataract surgery with foldable intraocular lens or multi-focal implant. Laser Vision Correction, Near-Vision CK, surgical and medical management of glaucoma, laser surgery for the diabetic eye, cosmetic procedures such as Botox and blepharoplasty, research and teaching.

Education:

1991 George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia.
1995 Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia.
1999 Duke University Eye Center, Durham, NC.

Faculty Position:

Wilmer Eye Institute of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine 1999-2000.

From the age of 10, Dr. Mansouri knew he would one day become a doctor. With hard work and dedication he did just that and received many accolades along the way. He was elected First in Class 91′-92′, he was awarded the Mary Anne and Bruce Johnson award: given annually to single premedical graduating senior who, in the judgement of the faculty, has the best potential. He received many subject matter awards including, Highest grades in MI Physiology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Embryology, Immunology and Immunology as well as MII Endocrinology, Neuroscience and Reproduction, and was voted Best Intern of the Year 1996.

Dr. Mansouri and his wife, Michele and their children are proud to call Fredericksburg home. They enjoy the rich history and neighborly feeling in Fredericksburg.
In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, flying lessons, swimming, computers, photography, skiing and scuba diving.

Dr. Mansouri also received the 2018 “Best of the Burg” Award for best ophthalmologist in Fredericksburg.

Click here to read an article on Dr. Mansouri that was published in the Free Lance Star.

Matthew Tadrus, MD

Dr. Matthew Tadrus diagnoses and treats all eye diseases and performs eye surgery; including advanced cataract and laser vision correction surgery.

Education:

2020 Howard University Hospital
2017 Flushing Hospital
2016 University of Central Florida College of Medicine
2012 University of Central Florida

Dr. Tadrus chose the field of ophthalmology because it offers a unique way of improving patients quality of life. He says “Eyecare clinical treatment provides me the opportunity to bond with and care for patients, as well as perform surgery which allows me to directly intervene to improve their vision. What motivates me is seeing the joy that patients have after treatment. Enhancing or correcting vision is very rewarding because it empowers patients, and I find their reactions truly inspiring.”

Dr. Tadrus and his wife Jennifer are new to Virginia and excited to grow roots here. He hails from Orlando, Florida. In his free time he enjoys basketball and hiking. In addition, He has served on a number of medical mission trips to Tlayacapan Mexico, Dominican Republic, Trinidad & Tobago, and is a member of CMANA (Coptic Medical Association of North America), an organization that aims to provide charitable medical services to the underserved around the world. He also volunteers locally through his church in Arlington, VA. Dr. Tadrus is fluent in Arabic.

Optometrists

B. Adrian Biscombe, O.D.

Dr. B. Adrian Biscombe was born in New York, New York but grew up in Northern Va. He is a graduate of The State University of New York State College of Optometry. His training also included externships at Capital Eye Consultants in Fairfax,VA. and the Brooklyn Veterans Administration Hospital in Brooklyn.

Dr. Biscombe’s professional path from an undergraduate degree in biology to optometry was influenced by his grandmother’s blindness caused by glaucoma and his desire to help save the precious eyesight of other people.
Dr. Biscombe has two beautiful daughters, Alyssa and Aleah. He loves to take them to the playground, the library and museums in Washington, D.C., and also loves to read with them.
Dr. Biscombe is a big sports fan, and especially loves The Washington Redskins. In his spare time, he likes to cook, bake(especially bananna bread) and periodically brush up on his piano skills.
Dr. Biscombe sees patients at Access Eye’s North Stafford office,
located in the Aquia Park Shopping Center, 2761 Jeff Davis Hwy, Stafford.

Joseph Dzibela, O.D.

Joseph Dzibela, O.D. grew up in Edison, New Jersey. He did his undergraduate studies at Rutgers University and then attended the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, where he graduated with honors. He spent 4 years living and practicing at the Jersey Shore. He enjoys fitting contact lenses and seeing patients of all ages.

In his free time, Dr. Dzibela likes spending time outdoors, hiking, biking, skiing and is an avid sports fan. He also has two children who attend Holy Cross Academy.

Kendra Halepaska, O.D.

Kendra Halepaska, O. D. was born and raised in Texas. She received her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Science from Texas A&M University. She received her Doctorate of Optometry degree from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida. Dr. Halepaska has been practicing in the Virginia area for 10 years. She provides comprehensive eyecare, including treating and managing ocular diseases, medical emergencies, comprehensive health exams, pre and postoperative care, contact lens exams, geriatric and pediatric exams.

In her spare time, Dr. Halepaska enjoys spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys hiking and attending plays at the University of Mary Washington. She lives with her husband and three daughters who enjoy soccer, lacrosse and playing the piano.

Meghan Thompson, OD

Dr. Thompson earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Elkins Park, PA and a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Minor in Chemistry from Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA. Recently, she completed a post-doctoral residency program In Ocular Disease at the Baltimore VA Medical Center. In a long list of achievements, Dr. Thompson also scored top in the nation on the National Board of Optometry Exams.

Dr. Thompson grew up in New Castle, PA, and is a self-described “outdoors person” She enjoys hiking, running, biking, and loves playing volleyball.

Dr. Thompson says “I was drawn to the profession because of its ability to have a profound impact on someone’s life in a medical setting that is not intimidating to the patient. The relationships that you’re able to form with your patients truly makes the job amazing, and something to look forward to every day.”

Mitchell Surkamp, O.D.

Dr. Mitchell Surkamp grew up in Manassas, Virginia.He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree and Bachelor of Science in Vision Science fromNova Southeastern University College of Optometry in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Randolph Macon College in Ashland, Virginia.

Dr Surkamp had many accomplishments throughout undergraduate and optometry school. A few notable achievements include Beta Sigma Kappa Optometric Honor Society- all 4 years of Optometry School. He also graduated in the top 10 in his program of over 100 students. Additionally, Dr. Surkamp was a dean’s list student while also playing college soccer at Randolph-Macon.

When we ask Dr. Surkamp-Why Optometry? – “I was originally led to it through the insight of some really great mentors. It also gives me the opportunity to help people in a very different way. A lot of people don’t appreciate how precious vision is until they start to have issues with it. Helping people achieve their best vision possible is extremely rewarding. The ability to meet and interact with such a broad spectrum of people daily always makes for a meaningful day.

Dr. Surkamp’s hobbies include – Soccer, exercising and golfing

Cameron Rowe, O.D.

Cameron Rowe, OD grew up in Annapolis, Maryland. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor of Science from Penn State University.

Dr. Rowe says, “I originally studied Chemical Engineering at Penn State– and after a summer appointment with my hometown optometrist, I realized that I wanted to help people instead of machines.” When asked what he enjoys most about patient care, Dr. Rowe replied, “Besides helping my patients reach their maximum visual potential and seeing acute cases resolve, I enjoy chatting it up with patients to make sure they have a fun and informative experience.”

Some fun facts about Dr. Rowe: While attending Penn State, Dr. Rowe was passionate about his involvement with THON, the largest student-run philanthropy program in the world that raises funds and awareness for patients with pediatric cancer. THON raises approximately $10M each year and has even funded a new hospital in Hershey, PA. Dr. Rowe taught high school math and coached lacrosse and soccer in between undergrad and optometry school. He also has a twin brother who is a musician/producer in Nashville, TN.

Lucia Yang, O.D.

Lucia Yang, OD was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, and Doctor of Optometry degree from New England College of Optometry. Dr. Yang performed her clinical rotations at University of Virginia Hospital, Naval Health Clinic Hawaii, and East Boston Neighborhood Health Center. She completed a residency in Ocular Disease & Primary Care at the Boston VA Healthcare System. In addition, Dr. Yang is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry beginning November 2021 .

Dr. Yang has conversational fluency in Mandarin. Her hobbies include running, skiing, listening to audiobooks and podcasts.
Dr. Yang says, “Being an optometrist allows me to provide compassionate and comprehensive eyecare while making meaningful and rewarding connections with patients.”

Hearing Specialist

Chris Adams

Chris Adams is a licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist. He completed a year-long apprenticeship prior to passing the state licensure exam on his first attempt. He has worked in the medical field for more than 15 years, having previously worked as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant and Optician.

Our Eye Care Team in Fredericksburg, VA

Also serving Stafford & King George

Welcome to Access Eye, A Locally-Owned Medical Practice

Ophthalmologist

Arash Mansouri, M.D.

Matthew Tadrus, MD

Optometrists

B. Adrian Biscombe, O.D.

Joseph Dzibela, O.D.

Kendra Halepaska, O.D.

Meghan Thompson, OD

Mitchell Surkamp, O.D.

Cameron Rowe, O.D.

Lucia Yang, O.D.

Hearing Specialist

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